Kristin Ward
Sackets Harbor,NY
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse Manager with a proven track record at Samaritan Medical Center, excelling in clinical leadership and compassionate care. Spearheaded staff development initiatives, enhancing nursing performance and achieving budget goals. Expert in clinical assessment and quality improvement, fostering a collaborative environment that elevated patient care standards.
Capable RN with robust background in nursing leadership and management. Successfully led nursing teams, improving patient care and operational efficiency. Demonstrated expertise in staff development and conflict resolution.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Manager
Samaritan Medical Center
830 Washington Street Watertown NY, 13601
06.2023 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
- Optimized nursing staff performance by providing ongoing professional development opportunities, mentoring, and feedback sessions.
- Promoted a collaborative work environment by fostering strong team communication, resulting in more effective patient care delivery.
- Achieved budget goals with prudent financial management, including cost containment measures and efficient use of resources.
- Established a mentorship program within the nursing department to enhance professional growth and facilitate knowledge sharing among staff members.
- Ensured regulatory compliance with state and federal laws through meticulous documentation, staff training, and policy implementation.
- Streamlined nursing operations for increased efficiency by optimizing staff scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow management.
- Successfully managed crisis situations through rapid assessment, decisive action, and expert coordination of emergency response efforts.
- Maintained high levels of patient confidentiality by ensuring strict adherence to HIPAA regulations throughout all aspects of the nursing practice.
- Developed performance metrics aligned with organizational goals to measure success objectively while identifying areas for improvement.
Registered Nurse
Samaritan Medical Center
830 Washington Street Watertown, NY 13601
05.2003 - 06.2023
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Education
Nursing
Jefferson Community College
Watertown, NY05-2003
Associate of Applied Science - Science
Jefferson Community College
Watertown, NY05-2000
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- Compassionate care
- Clinical assessment
- Quality improvement
- Nursing expertise
- Ethical practice
Timeline
Registered Nurse Manager
Samaritan Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Samaritan Medical Center
05.2003 - 06.2023
Nursing
Jefferson Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Science
Jefferson Community College