Kirsten Christensen
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in ANCC accreditation requirements and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Primary Nurse Planner & Development Specialist
Children’s Hospital Colorado
10.2014 - Current
- Drafted and submitted accreditation self-study applications approved with distinction by Colorado Nurses Association.
- Ensured adherence to accreditation requirements through effective daily management.
- Maintained all required documents and facilitated all ANCC-required reporting.
- Generated training documentation for managerial and audit purposes.
- Consulted and negotiated with various levels of management and stakeholders to determine training priorities and needs.
- Established strong relationships with internal and external subject matter experts to enrich program offerings and improve overall quality.
- Streamlined processes for tracking participation, managing registrations, and reporting on program outcomes.
- Managed multi-faceted projects, coordinating resources and timelines to ensure successful program delivery within budget constraints.
- Planned and promoted organizational changes by working with management teams to develop departmental training strategies.
- Facilitated workshops, webinars, and seminars on a wide range of topics for employees at all levels of the organization.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between professional development initiatives and overall business objectives.
- Designed and developed numerous e-learning courses, videos, simulations and online content.
- Mentored junior staff members in best practices for instructional design, facilitation techniques, and evaluation methodologies.
- Contributed to organizational success by empowering employees with the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to excel in their roles and drive performance improvements.
- Leveraged technology to increase accessibility of training content, including e-learning modules, video resources, and virtual classroom platforms.
- Evaluated participant feedback and learning outcomes, adjusting program design as needed to continuously improve effectiveness.
- Enhanced professional development programs by conducting thorough needs assessments and aligning offerings with organizational goals.
Clinical Nurse Educator
UCHealth Memorial Hospital
02.2006 - 10.2014
- Evaluated clinical staff performance, identifying areas of improvement and providing constructive feedback to drive continuous growth.
- Utilized adult learning principles to adapt teaching methods according to individual learner needs, maximizing comprehension and retention of material presented.
- Led the development of annual training plans based on identified gaps in knowledge or skills among clinical staff members.
- Assisted in the design of simulation exercises, enhancing hands-on learning experiences for clinical staff members.
- Improved nursing competency through the creation and delivery of targeted training sessions and workshops.
- Supported departmental goals by aligning educational programs with organizational objectives.
- Facilitated open communication between management and clinical staff, addressing concerns and implementing solutions to improve overall team satisfaction.
- Coordinated continuing education events, connecting nurses with relevant resources to advance their expertise within their respective fields.
- Increased staff retention by providing ongoing professional development opportunities and support.
- Kept current with emerging trends in healthcare education, incorporating new strategies into existing curricula for continuous program improvement.
- Developed comprehensive competency assessments, effectively measuring nursing staff knowledge and skill levels.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure consistent patient care and education across various departments.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ01.2006
Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication, active listening
- Continuous, quality improvement
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Time management, task prioritization, organizational skills, attention to detail
- Professionalism
- Goal setting, self-motivation
- Analytical thinking
- Team building, team work, collaboration
- Microsoft office
- Decision-making and creative problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Reliability
- Multitasking
Timeline
Primary Nurse Planner & Development Specialist
Children’s Hospital Colorado
10.2014 - Current
Clinical Nurse Educator
UCHealth Memorial Hospital
02.2006 - 10.2014
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
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