Kimberly Lewis
Louisville,OH
Summary
Dedicated nursing leader with extensive experience at Aultman Deuble Heart and Vascular Hospital, excelling in departmental operations and staff development. Skilled at adapting to new situations and challenges as well as working under pressure. Championed continuous improvement initiatives within both the Cath and EP labs by facilitating interdepartmental collaboration and fostering teamwork. Adept at problem-solving and effective communication, ensuring high-quality patient care and a supportive work environment. Willing to take on new tasks and learn new roles with the proper and supportive leadership.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Interim Unit Director Invasive Heart Lab
Aultman Deuble Heart and Vascular Hospital
07.2024 - Current
- Help reduce staff turnover rates by fostering a supportive work environment and meeting with newer staff regularly.
- Promote a culture of safety within the unit by regularly discussing HRO initiatives at weekly huddles.
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies, and accreditation standards through regular departmental audits and process improvements.
- Mentor new team members, guiding them through orientation processes and providing ongoing support as they acclimate to the unit.
- Oversee Kronos, Charge RN's and Unit Assistant and perform staff scheduling duties.
- Facilitate continuous improvement initiatives within the unit, actively seeking feedback from staff members to create positive change within the department.
- Participates in Heart Center leadership and operational meetings and collaborates with other leaders on projects that will improve the organization.
- Continuously monitor departmental product usage and collaborate with supply chain daily regarding needs and cost saving initiatives.
Assistant Nurse Manager Invasive Heart Lab
Aultman Deuble Heart and Vascular Hospital
03.2018 - 07.2024
- Perform monthly chart audits for ensuring accuracy and completeness of procedural documentation including moderate sedation form, informed consent and history and physical.
- Resolve conflicts among staff members by employing effective communication techniques and seeking mutually beneficial solutions when issues arise.
- Complete staff performance evaluations yearly, providing constructive feedback and support for all staff.
- Manage all staff scheduling and vacations to ensure optimal coverage while maintaining a healthy work-life balance for staff members.
- Develop departmental goals through Shared Governance in efforts to improve patient and employee satisfaction.
- Collaborate with other departments to streamline processes and enhance interdisciplinary teamwork, ultimately improving continuity of care for patients.
- Serve as a liaison between nursing staff and administration, advocating for the needs of both parties to promote overall organizational success.
- Manage daily staff schedules utilizing appropriate skill level per team as well as facilitating training as much as possible.
- Promote a positive work environment by fostering open communication, teamwork, and leading by example.
- Focus on quality improvement by conducting regular audits and addressing areas of concern in preparation for both ODH and Joint Commission.
- Lead regular staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Coordinate and implemente in-service educational programs for the staff especially when utilizing new equipment or making a process change.
Registered Staff Nurse Invasive Heart Lab
Aultman Hospital
09.2002 - 03.2018
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Served in the roles of circulating, scrubbing and monitoring of all Cath Lab procedures as well as devices in the EP lab.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention pre, intra and post procedure.
- Functioned in the pre/post area in addition to the procedure rooms performing anesthesia recoveries, cardioversions, and all post procedure care.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members in all Cath Lab roles, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Cross trained to Cardiac Same Day to help streamline patient care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions pre and post procedure.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients and Stemi's by collaborating with interventional cardiologist during scheduled cases as well as on call.
- Provided charge nurse coverage when needed.
Registered Nurse Cardiac Care Unit
Aultman Hospital
11.1998 - 09.2002
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Provided care to both Step Down and ICU level of care patients.
- Precepted and mentored new nurses in both the ICU and Step Down units.
Education
Exploring Leaders
Aultman Hospital
Canton, Ohio12-2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kent State University
Kent, OH05-1997
Skills
- Departmental operations management
- Staff development and training
- Staff and procedure scheduling
- Regulatory compliance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management and task prioritization
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking abilities
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Team leadership skills
Timeline
Interim Unit Director Invasive Heart Lab
Aultman Deuble Heart and Vascular Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Assistant Nurse Manager Invasive Heart Lab
Aultman Deuble Heart and Vascular Hospital
03.2018 - 07.2024
Registered Staff Nurse Invasive Heart Lab
Aultman Hospital
09.2002 - 03.2018
Registered Nurse Cardiac Care Unit
Aultman Hospital
11.1998 - 09.2002
Exploring Leaders
Aultman Hospital
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kent State University
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