Lanisha Singleton
Covington,GA
Summary
Friendly Administrative Nursing Supervisor with success managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Dedicated to delivering quality nursing care by conducting investigations, examining documentation and reporting possible issues to governing bodies. Experience planning and implementing care plan programs, triaging calls and coordinating care with clinical staff and physicians. Hardworking, organized and dependable candidate.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrative Nursing Supervisor
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
04.2016 - Current
- Make rounds on each unit throughout the hospital, including ancillary departments.
- Use cupid scheduler to add on cases to the cath schedule and EP lab.
- Send everbridge messages to staff and leadership to relay important updates on diversion status, lab issues etc..
- Manage bed assignments from the ER, PACU, ICU. Coordinate transfers to and from the hospital including emergency transfers directly to Neuro IR, Cath Lab and OR.
- Conducted safety huddles on weekends, nights and holidays.
- Coordinated staffing discussions with managers and charge nurses to ensure sufficient coverage of bed needs
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians to promote high quality patient care.
- Anticipated potential problems that may occur on shift and set shift priorities accordingly.
- Ensured compliance with relevant healthcare regulations through diligent monitoring of nursing practices and documentation standards.
- Assist charge nurses with problem solving and patient satisfaction.
- Review post mortem care flowsheet with staff and enter data into the death log. Speak with families and funeral homes to coordinate arrangements for deceased patients.
- Assist staff with questions regarding policies and infection prevention.
Staff RN/Relief CN, Cardiac Stepdown Unit
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
08.2000 - 04.2016
- Assisted with onboarding new staff members, providing orientation and support.
- Provided emotional support and education to patients and their families during difficult medical situations, fostering a sense of trust and promoting positive relationships.
- Assisted physicians during bedside procedures, ensuring proper equipment was available, promoting patient safety, and enhancing overall clinical outcomes.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Enhanced team collaboration by fostering a positive work environment and promoting open communication among staff members.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for skill development or growth when necessary.
- Worked with patients post OHS, including LVAD and Heart Transplant surgeries.
RN Staff Nurse
Newton Medical Center
02.2004 - 02.2005
- Served as liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Patient Care Technician
Dekalb Medical Center
12.1998 - 08.2000
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
Education
Core Curriculum Classes
Dekalb College
Decatur, GACore Curriculum Classes
Georgia College And State University
Milledgeville, GABachelor of Science - Nursing
Medical College of Georgia
Augusta,GA05.2000
Skills
- Clinical Leadership
- Patient Care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Patient Relations
- Compassion and Empathy
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Complex Problem-Solving
Certification
- PCCN (since 2010), ACLS, BLS
Timeline
Administrative Nursing Supervisor
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
04.2016 - Current
RN Staff Nurse
Newton Medical Center
02.2004 - 02.2005
Staff RN/Relief CN, Cardiac Stepdown Unit
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
08.2000 - 04.2016
Patient Care Technician
Dekalb Medical Center
12.1998 - 08.2000
Core Curriculum Classes
Dekalb College
Core Curriculum Classes
Georgia College And State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Medical College of Georgia