Laura Bickley
Walbridge,OH
Summary
Dedicated and well-qualified Quality RN offering proven skills in Quality and Performance Improvement initiatives. Detail-oriented, responsive and team oriented. Brings 12+ year record in field. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking a position in the Quality Department where I can apply my knowledge and skills to enhance the team already in place.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Quality Lead
ProMedica Bay Park Hospital
Oregon, OH
08.2011 - Current
- Collect and distribute data to pertinent individuals and entities ie: TJC and CMS
- Stroke Coordinator
- Schedule, plan and facilitate Quality Council meetings
- Abstract Core Measures and provide feedback and education to physicians and staff when necessary
- Review and summarize all mortalities, Healthcare Acquired Conditions and certain risk cases
PACU Charge Nurse
ProMedica Bay Park Hospital
Oregon, OH
05.2006 - 08.2011
- Managed daily operations of the PACU unit including monitoring staffing levels, staff scheduling, and equipment maintenance.
- Provided effective communication between the PACU team members, physicians, and other healthcare personnel.
- Provided direct nursing care to post-operative patients in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions using evidence based practices.
- Assisted in training new nurses on proper techniques for caring for post-operative patients.
- Educated families regarding homecare instructions after surgery or procedure.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Mercy St. Charles Hospital
Oregon, OH
10.2005 - 05.2006
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and revised plan of care accordingly.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
Registered Nurse
Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center
Toledo, OH
03.1996 - 10.2005
- Worked as a bedside nurse in several departments: Stepdown CVICU, Labor and Delivery, Cardiac Rehab
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Mercy Hospital
Toledo, OH
10.1994 - 03.1996
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and revised plan of care accordingly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Athens, OH06-2016
Diploma - Registered Nursing
Mercy School of Nursing
Toledo, OH06-1994
Skills
- Data Collection
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Epic Use
- Disease Management Programs
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient Satisfaction and Process Improvement
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Quality Lead
ProMedica Bay Park Hospital
08.2011 - Current
PACU Charge Nurse
ProMedica Bay Park Hospital
05.2006 - 08.2011
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Mercy St. Charles Hospital
10.2005 - 05.2006
Registered Nurse
Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center
03.1996 - 10.2005
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Mercy Hospital
10.1994 - 03.1996
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Diploma - Registered Nursing
Mercy School of Nursing