Linda GAGE
Raleigh,NC
Summary
To make a difference in the lives of others by utilizing my leadership skills, time management qualities, and over 32 years of experience. My goal is to maintain a cohesive working unit and a continued level of growth to any organization. As a Leader I'm confident at achieving a more effective outcome of success. I am dedicated, dependable and able to work in collaboration with others or if needed I can work independently to make a difference in the lives of our patients and clients.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of Nursing
Medical Solutions
08.2020 - Current
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Managed nursing schedules and budgets, streamlining processes for cost savings while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Mentored new nurses in clinical practice and procedures, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures for safe medication administration, minimizing errors within the department.
- Served as a role model for nursing staff by demonstrating exceptional clinical skills, ethical behavior, and commitment to continuous learning.
- Coordinated with physicians on complex cases, ensuring seamless communication among healthcare professionals involved in patient care.
Assistant Manager
Springbrook Nursing And Rehab
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
Rn Staff Development Trainer
ManorCare /Heartland Health Services
02.2017 - 08.2020
- Educate and train new employees on their perspective units
- Train New Employees on the Point click care systems
- In-service and observe Licensed nurses during medication administration
- Review and educate New Employees on the nursing policy and procedural manual with manor-care and Heartland services
- Train certified nursing assistants to the point click care system
- Educate and observe CNA'S in return demonstration of Blood pressure taking, Foley care, colostomy care and ADL function involving patients
Nurse Manager
Manor Care of Delray SNF/Rehab
11.2007 - 02.2017
- Managed over 50 employees including RN's, LPN's and CNA's nurses on a 60 bed rehab unit and 60 bed long-term care unit
- Coordinated continuation of care with home healthcare agencies and durable medical companies for resident's transition back into their homes
- Manage staffing on the unit to insure optimum staff ratios
- Provide quarterly staff educational in-service trainings
- Maintaining proper management of our CHF residents insuring that their weight is being followed, proper diet regime and diuretic management is in place and cardiology follow up
- Insuring that our orthopedic patients have weight bearing status, DVT prophylactic regimen, pain management and surgical follow up
- Traveled and worked as a Peer Review Nurse for Heartland's sister facilities throughout the state of Florida , South Carolina and Kansas.
Registered Nurse Level 2
Imperial Point Medical Center
02.2004 - 11.2007
- Acted as Charge Nurse on a 33 bed unit providing leadership skills in the absence of management
- Staff Nurse Two resource nurse on medical surgical unit and provide leadership to LPN's and PCA's
- Participated on developmental committees and projects that will implement constructive changes such as the safety committee
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Bethune - Cookman University
Daytona Beach, FL04.1992
Skills
- DEPENDABLE
- DEDICATED
- HONEST
- CUSTOMER SERVICE
- RELIABLE
- EDUCATOR
- EXPERIENCED
- TEAM PLAYER
Accomplishments
- 2008- Employee of the year after 1 year of service to MCDB
- 2011 - Employee of the year again at MCDB
Future Plans
My goal is to continue my education and obtain a Master's degree in Education and Administration. My plans are to train, educate, and cultivate nurses to have a successful future and career in nursing.
Degrees Certificates
- 2007- Received ONCC chemotherapy certification (not active)
- 1987/1992 Bachelor Science Nursing Bethune Cook-Man College
- Certified in CPR
Hobbies and Interests
I love the Miami Dolphins, fishing, basketball, and softball. I also enjoy spending quality time with my family. I support my mother's journey being a breast cancer survivor during the Susan Komen Breast Cancer yearly walk. I am a member and contributor to my College Alumni Association and NAACP.
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Springbrook Nursing And Rehab
01.2023 - 03.2024
Assistant Director of Nursing
Medical Solutions
08.2020 - Current
Rn Staff Development Trainer
ManorCare /Heartland Health Services
02.2017 - 08.2020
Nurse Manager
Manor Care of Delray SNF/Rehab
11.2007 - 02.2017
Registered Nurse Level 2
Imperial Point Medical Center
02.2004 - 11.2007
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Bethune - Cookman University