Kristi Horan
Plainview,Texas
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Knowledgeable Nurse Manager with excellent conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities demonstrated across 20-year career history. Keeps units running at peak efficiency, quality and performance. Excellent communication and coordination skills.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Manager, Surgical Services
Covenant Health Plainview
04.2011 - Current
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
- Developed strategy to target nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response and patient care quality and suggest actionable improvements to promote hospital-wide quality and safety initiatives.
- Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
- Managed 38 nurses and nursing activities in 60-bed hospital by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
- Oversaw infection control procedures to protect patients from infections and keep nursing departments compliant with state regulations.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Streamlined nursing operations for increased efficiency by optimizing staff scheduling and resource allocation.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a team-oriented environment among nursing staff.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates with proactive discharge planning and thorough patient education.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the department, conducting regular risk assessments and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
PACU Charge Nurse
Covenant Health Plainview
08.2007 - 04.2011
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols in the PACU.
- Enhanced staff efficiency by providing ongoing training, mentorship, and support to new and experienced nurses.
- Ensured timely patient recovery by closely monitoring vital signs, pain levels, and postoperative complications.
- Optimized resource allocation by consistently updating and maintaining accurate patient information in electronic medical records.
- Collaborated with surgeons and anesthesiologists for seamless patient hand-offs during preoperative and postoperative stages.
- Streamlined workflow processes by delegating tasks effectively among team members according to their skills and expertise.
- Maintained strict compliance with safety regulations, infection control protocols, and hospital policies at all times in the PACU environment.
- Fostered a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork, collaboration, and professional growth among nursing staff members.
Surgical LVN
Ilhan Yildiz, MD FACS
08.1993 - 01.2006
- Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to patients'' needs.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and at-home care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Enhanced patient safety by meticulously preparing surgical equipment and instruments before procedures.
- Improved surgical outcomes by anticipating surgeon needs and providing prompt assistance during operations.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, TX08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX12.2006
Skills
- Patient Care
- Medical Administration
- Staff Coaching and Mentoring
- Patient Counseling
- Patient Education and Advocacy
- Staff Leadership
- Clinical Supervision
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Task Delegation
- Staff Supervision
- Department Management
- Compliance Oversight
- Budget Management
Accomplishments
· Nursing professional with 25+ years of experience in the surgical setting with the most recent 10 years in the management role.
· Demonstrate solid skills for engaging the team as evidenced by receiving the award for having highly engaged caregivers on the annual caregiver survey in 2020, 2021, and 2022.
· As a result oriented professional I have accomplished implementing an ERAS (enhanced recovery after surgery) protocol for patients receiving knee/hip arthroplasty. These changes have resulted in improved patient outcomes by decreasing opioid use and decreasing length of stay.
· Articulate communicator, with strong liaison ability at all organizational levels.
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- CCRN
Timeline
Nurse Manager, Surgical Services
Covenant Health Plainview
04.2011 - Current
PACU Charge Nurse
Covenant Health Plainview
08.2007 - 04.2011
Surgical LVN
Ilhan Yildiz, MD FACS
08.1993 - 01.2006
Master of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Texas A&M University
- BLS
- ACLS
- CCRN
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