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Lachonda Sullivan
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Lachonda Sullivan

Clinical Nursing Director
Canton,USA

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Flexible

Desired Job Title

Clinical Nursing Director, Ortho/Trauma Unit, Surgical Short-Stay UnitNursing Supervisor, PACUStaff RN, PRNStaff RN, CVC PACUAssociate Chief Nursing Officer

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-Site
Location: Canton, USA, US
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

190/yr - 200000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancement

Summary

Senior nursing and operations leader at Michigan Medicine with progressive responsibility across high-acuity surgical services, PACU, short-stay operations, and outpatient procedural care. Accountable for day-to-day performance, budget management, quality and safety outcomes, workforce planning, and operational readiness for service expansion. Demonstrated sustained excellence recognized with multiple Michigan Medicine 365 Awards annually since assuming leadership of 5A, along with reductions in falls, CAUTI, and CLABSI. Proven people leader with 105 direct reports across two units (5A: 82; SSSU: 23).

Results-driven leader with strong background in strategic management and organizational growth. Skilled in developing and implementing effective business strategies, optimizing processes, and driving team performance. Known for adaptability, effective collaboration, and delivering measurable outcomes in dynamic environments. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities, coupled with focus on fostering productive and positive team culture.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Nursing Director, Ortho/Trauma Unit, Surgical Short-Stay Unit

University of Michigan Health System
Ann Arbor, MI
10.2020 - Current
  • 32 Bed Unit, 13 Bed Unit (SSU) 40 plus different services
  • 365 CAUTI, CLABI, and PI multiple years
  • Improved employee engagement
  • Currently preparing for a new service line; Plastics
  • Responsible and accountable for day-to-day operations including staffing, performance management, and interdisciplinary coordination across diverse surgical and medical services.
  • Owns and manages unit budgets, ensuring fiscal stewardship aligned to operational priorities and care delivery needs.
  • Since assuming leadership of 5A, led sustained safety and quality performance recognized with multiple Michigan Medicine 365 Awards each year.
  • Drove measurable outcome improvements, including reductions in falls, CAUTI, and CLABSI, through standardization, frontline engagement, and continuous improvement.
  • Leading preparation for a new Plastics service line, including operational readiness, workflow planning, and change leadership to support growth.
  • Led service recovery with patients and families; partnered across disciplines to resolve concerns and maintain experience standards.
  • Participate in the monitoring of unit payroll and commodity expenditures.
  • Participate in the development and implementation of unit goals and objectives.
  • Participate in the development of unit policy/procedure and patient care standards.
  • Identify and plan for staffing consistent with the needs of the patient population and budgetary requirements.
  • Anticipate and respond to patient/family issues and concerns; service recovery.

Nursing Supervisor, PACU

University of Michigan Health System
Ann Arbor, MI
01.2016 - 10.2020
  • 70-bed pediatric and adult unit, Pre/Post-Operative Unit
  • Supervisor Pre/post staff
  • Supervised pre-/post-operative staff; supported daily staffing deployment and patient flow in a high-volume perioperative environment.
  • Contributed to financial performance through payroll and resource monitoring and staffing plans aligned to patient needs.
  • Contributed to development and implementation of unit goals/objectives and updates to policies, procedures, and patient care standards.

Staff RN, PRN

Beaumont Health
Dearborn, MI
03.2015 - 06.2018
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess and manage patient needs in a fast-paced critical care float pool environment.
  • Achieved optimal patient care through critical nursing in multiple ICUs. Enhanced team collaboration to improve workflow efficiency. Strengthened family engagement for patients undergoing complex surgeries and critical conditions.
  • Oversaw patient care and medication administration in accordance with established protocols.
  • Coordinated efforts with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement optimized treatment strategies.

Staff RN, CVC PACU

University of Michigan Health System
Ann Arbor, MI
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Managed daily functions of 20-bed pre and post-operative unit to ensure delivery of optimal patient care services.
  • Oversaw daily care coordination and facilitated staff development programs to enhance team performance.
  • Guided teams in Michart system utilization, enhancing workflow adoption and reinforcing documentation standards.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide tailored care for patients with complex needs, including those requiring TAVR, thoracic surgery, kidney transplants, and cardiovascular and vascular interventions.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices in patient care to ensure enhanced health outcomes and quality of service.
  • Executed medication administration and performed vital sign monitoring to ensure optimal patient safety and comfort.

Staff RN, Women’s Clinic (Outpatient) — Contingent

Northland Family Planning
04.2010 - 01.2013
  • Managed patient care and clinic workflow as the sole RN, working closely with CRNA and medical assistants to optimize operational effectiveness.
  • Executed pain management strategies and performed ongoing evaluations of patient status during procedural interventions.
  • Managed IV therapy protocols, including initiation and discontinuation, while vigilantly monitoring for any complications or escalation requirements.
  • Developed and communicated discharge instructions and patient education materials, emphasizing medication precautions and follow-up to promote patient safety and comprehension.
  • Executed meticulous care documentation and orchestrated handoffs to ensure efficient patient flow and satisfaction in a procedural outpatient environment.

RN, Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Unit

Henry Ford Health System
Detroit, MI
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Administered patient care and medication, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and best practices.

RN (Contingent), MICU

American Mobile Health Care
Ann Arbor
06.2009 - 12.2011
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments effectively.
  • Provided direct patient care in diverse healthcare settings, ensuring comfort and safety.

RN, Neuro ICU

St. John Providence
Southfield, MI
11.2006 - 07.2011
  • Additional Earlier Roles (Condensed)
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.

Nursing Supervisor

Heartland Health Care
09.2003 - 11.2007
  • Developed and implemented training programs for new nursing personnel.

RN (Contingent)

Health Call Home Care
04.2005 - 09.2007

RN, Charge Nurse

Karmanos Cancer Institute
03.2003 - 08.2004

Education

Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nursing Leadership And Management

University of Detroit Mercy
04-2027

Master of Science - Nursing

University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI
01-2016

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI
01-2009

Associate of Science - Nursing

Wayne County
Detroit, MI
06-2003

Skills

  • Operations leadership
  • Budget ownership & financial stewardship
  • Quality/safety & harm reduction
  • Throughput/flow coordination
  • Workforce planning & engagement
  • Change management
  • Physician/stakeholder partnership
  • Policy/standard work
  • Epic MiChart (Super User)
  • Outpatient procedural operations
  • IV sedation monitoring & patient education

Accomplishments

  • Reduced Infection Rates: Led team reducing CAUTI and CLABI rate
  • Enhanced Employee Engagement: Improved employee engagement score by 15% in one year.
  • Led the successful integration of a new Plastic Surgery patient population into the unit, including development of workflows and staff training programs.
  • Achieved 365 awards meeting quality indicators for six consecutive years.

Certification

  • Registered Nurse, exp 2026
  • ACLS, Advanced Cardiac Life Support
  • BLS, Basic Life Support
  • PALS, Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • CNML, Certified Nurse Manager Leader

LANGUAGES

English
Native

Timeline

Clinical Nursing Director, Ortho/Trauma Unit, Surgical Short-Stay Unit

University of Michigan Health System
10.2020 - Current

Nursing Supervisor, PACU

University of Michigan Health System
01.2016 - 10.2020

Staff RN, PRN

Beaumont Health
03.2015 - 06.2018

Staff RN, CVC PACU

University of Michigan Health System
01.2013 - 01.2016

Staff RN, Women’s Clinic (Outpatient) — Contingent

Northland Family Planning
04.2010 - 01.2013

RN, Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Unit

Henry Ford Health System
01.2010 - 01.2013

RN (Contingent), MICU

American Mobile Health Care
06.2009 - 12.2011

RN, Neuro ICU

St. John Providence
11.2006 - 07.2011

RN (Contingent)

Health Call Home Care
04.2005 - 09.2007

Nursing Supervisor

Heartland Health Care
09.2003 - 11.2007

RN, Charge Nurse

Karmanos Cancer Institute
03.2003 - 08.2004

Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nursing Leadership And Management

University of Detroit Mercy

Master of Science - Nursing

University of Detroit Mercy

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Eastern Michigan University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Wayne County
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