Kristian Daugherty
Florence,MS
Summary
A dedicated team leader with expertise in quality assurance initiatives, issue resolution, and interpersonal communication focused on driving team collaboration. Proficient with project management and personnel training. Innovative with experience in negotiation, vendor relations, administrative processing, contracting, supply chain and inventory control. A strong communicator and tactical planner with top skills in problem-solving and conflict management. Offering a 9+ year record in the field and looking for a challenging and long-term position.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Operatin Room/Spd Manager
Merit health river region
Vicksburg , MS
01.2023 - Current
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure proper scheduling of OR time slots.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards related to the operation of the Operating Room/Spd.
- Maintained a safe working environment by following established safety protocols.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for the Operating Room/Spd to ensure quality patient care.
- Monitored staff performance, providing feedback and coaching when needed.
- Scheduled surgery cases in accordance with available resources, including personnel, equipment and supplies.
- Implemented effective cost control measures to reduce expenses while maintaining quality services.
- Collaborated with physicians and nurses on clinical care plans for patients undergoing surgical procedures.
- Analyzed data from various sources such as patient satisfaction surveys, utilization reports., to identify trends and recommend solutions for improvement initiatives.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members in an efficient manner while promoting positive team dynamics within the department.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for supplies, equipment and services required by the Operating Room Department.
- Identified areas where additional education was needed among staff members regarding current practices or emerging technologies used within the OR setting.
- Developed strategies for improving efficiencies within the OR/Spd while ensuring optimal patient outcomes are maintained at all times.
Interim Materials Manager/ SPD Manager
Merit Health Central
Jackson, MS
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Supported efficient manufacturing by keeping inventory within optimum levels.
- Oversaw shipping and receiving procedures for parts and finished goods.
- Scheduled deliveries for company materials, supplies and equipment.
- Organized and prioritized projects.
- Maintained information database related to products and service availability, supplier capabilities and lead times.
- Created and calculated purchase orders to follow price quotes and reductions.
- Analyzed stock levels and processes to predict inventory problems and formulate solutions.
- Monitored inventories on computer to generate accurate reports.
Sterile Processing Manager
Merit Health Central
Jackson, MS
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Managed departmental inventory and supply ordering.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Monitored expired sterilization dates and rotated stock to minimize processing.
- Supported departmental initiatives to meet productivity standards and flexible staffing needs.
- Tracked and maintained spares, tools and medical test equipment and verified proper calibration and readiness for use.
- Purchased and stocked inventory of medical equipment using approved sources and components.
- Maintained implant tracking for patients with ready tracker system.
- Renewed contracts as needed for surgical services
- Collaborated with supply chain regarding surgical equipment and products needed for the OR
OR Educator/Team Leader Supervisor
Merit Health Central Hospital
Jackson , MS
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Mentored and trained new staff to the surgery department.
- Developed education orientation and guide new staff through the process.
- Handled numerous quality assurance reports throughout the surgery department.
- Conducted all trainings and orientation processes with evidenced based practice to ensure the best quality of care is delivered to patients.
- Introduced new learning methods to ensure total comprehension for all students.
- Trained employees on daily tasks and coached to improve performance.
- Enforced procedures and policies for safety and quality services.
- Provided ongoing training to address staff needs.
- Created training manual for employees to use as reference guide.
- Coordinated and led in-services to facilitate nursing leadership development and career growth.
Circulating Registered Nurse, Team Leadership
Merit Health Central
Jackson, MS
09.2015 - 11.2020
- Assisted in the preparation and care of patients undergoing surgical intervention and oversaw the maintenance/sterilization of OR supplies and equipment.
- Anticipated the needs of surgeons and surgical teams and assisted in operative procedures.
- Ensured OR readiness by maintaining stringent quality standards and safety precautions.
- Mentored and trained new staff to our surgery department.
- Developed education orientation and guided new staff through the process.
- Developed the nursing schedule for the department.
- Responded to emergency situations based on nursing standards and patient priority.
Hull Technician
United States USN
09.2008 - Dec2018
- Collaborated with fellow sailors to ensure smooth workflow and efficient organization operations.
- Collaborated with supervisors to assist the Jackson Air National Guard with operations.
- Led a team of twenty-five sailors to ensure mission readiness.
- Mentored fellow sailors to ensure tasks were completed efficiently and professionally.
- Oriented personnel to Jackson Air National Guard requirements and tasks to be completed.
- Developed and maintained the unit's daily personnel accountability report for eighteen sailors.
- Responsible for the units recall bill in case of an emergency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS05-2026
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification -
American heart association
01-2023
Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification -
American Heart Association
01-2023
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) -
American heart association
01-2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Hinds Community College
05.2015
Skills
- Strong organizational, administrative, and analytical skills
- Having a responsible attitude, remaining calm under pressure, and possessing superb decision-making skills
- Staff leadership
- Health information systems
- Advocating Patient Safety
- Staff retention
- Cost reduction and containment
- Performance reporting
- Create and maintain Unit schedule
- Conducts Safe procedure reviews and reports
- Conduct a Quality Assurance report
- Mentor new staff and create orientation process
- Guided staff through orientation process
- Continuous improvements
- Budget Management and development
- Data collection and analysis
- Purchasing and planning
- Cost analysis and savings
- Policy/program development
- Recruiting and hiring
- Critical thinking
- Computer skills
- Decision-making
- Problem resolution
References
Kristi Sellers, 601-376-1830
Loretta Mcgriggs, 601-951-0023
Timeline
Operatin Room/Spd Manager
Merit health river region
01.2023 - Current
Interim Materials Manager/ SPD Manager
Merit Health Central
09.2022 - 01.2023
Sterile Processing Manager
Merit Health Central
12.2021 - 01.2023
OR Educator/Team Leader Supervisor
Merit Health Central Hospital
11.2020 - 12.2021
Circulating Registered Nurse, Team Leadership
Merit Health Central
09.2015 - 11.2020
Hull Technician
United States USN
09.2008 - Dec2018
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Mississippi College
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification -
American heart association
Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification -
American Heart Association
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) -
American heart association
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Hinds Community College