Lisa Potter
Stevens Point
Summary
Results-driven Director of Nursing with expertise in staff management, regulatory compliance, and conflict resolution. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective training and oversight. Dynamic nursing leader experienced in overseeing daily operations and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Dedicated to optimizing staff performance and enhancing patient care through effective communication and collaboration.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing
Wood Aven Health and Rehab
Wausau
02.2025 - 05.2026
- Oversaw daily nursing operations to ensure compliance with health regulations and standards.
- Managed staff schedules to optimize nursing coverage and resource allocation effectively.
- Conducted training sessions to improve nursing staff skills and patient interaction techniques.
- Reviewed patient records regularly to ensure accurate documentation of care provided.
- Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity, and safety.
- Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members in a professional manner while maintaining positive working relationships.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement.
- Participated in interdisciplinary teams to discuss patient care issues or concerns and develop solutions as needed.
- Ran an 82 bed facility with 21 of those residents being there for rehab
- Coordinated nursing department schedules during scheduler's maternity leave to maintain coverage.
- Implemented changes needed to correct deficiencies found during government inspections.
Director of Nursing
Aria of Weyauwega
Weyauwega
10.2024 - 02.2025
- Oversaw daily nursing operations to ensure compliance with health regulations and standards.
- Managed staff schedules to ensure optimal nursing coverage and effective resource allocation.
- Reviewed patient records regularly to ensure accurate documentation of care provided.
- Oversaw daily operations of nursing department, including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource management.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members in a professional manner while maintaining positive working relationships.
- Developed and implemented nursing policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Participated in interdisciplinary teams to discuss patient care issues or concerns and develop solutions as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians and healthcare providers to enhance coordination of patient care plans.
ADON
Stevens Point Health Services
Stevens Point
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and medical teams.
- Completed wound care rounds with Vohra
- Interim DON
- Participated in staff meetings to enhance care strategies and team dynamics.
- Coordinated with physicians, pharmacists, dietitians, and social workers to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Case Manager/Account Liason
Heartland Hospice
Stevens Point
03.2022 - 04.2024
- Assessed patient needs and developed personalized care plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient support.
- Managed a case load of 16-20 patients
- Educated families on hospice services and end-of-life care options.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records and care activities.
- Supported emotional well-being of patients through active listening and empathy.
- Provided case management services including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral and monitoring of families.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation according to agency guidelines.
- Assessed clients' needs, developed service plans and monitored progress towards goals.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment options.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Registered Nurse
Milwaukee Area Tech
Milwaukee05-2002
Diploma - Surgical Tech
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI05-1992
High School Diploma -
Stevens Point Area Senior High
Stevens Point, WI05-1988
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WISkills
- Staff management
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Leadership development
- Direct patient care
- Staff scheduling
- Process improvements
- Regulatory compliance
- Care coordination
- Family support
- Nursing staff supervision
- Clinical documentation
- Long-term care
- Performance evaluations
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Risk management
- Strong work ethic
Custom Section 1
-Carrie Vandre-MDS Coordinator at Stevens Point Health Services
715-216-2101
-Sarah VanLuven-RN/Nurse manager, vanluvenr@gmail.com
715-255-7223
-Bri Pechinski-Social services, Brianna.pechinski@gmail.com
715-323-9992
-Laura Flood RN/account liason, Lelizavette1013@gmail.com
715-498-6933
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Wood Aven Health and Rehab
02.2025 - 05.2026
Director of Nursing
Aria of Weyauwega
10.2024 - 02.2025
ADON
Stevens Point Health Services
04.2024 - 10.2024
Case Manager/Account Liason
Heartland Hospice
03.2022 - 04.2024
Associate Degree in Nursing - Registered Nurse
Milwaukee Area Tech
Diploma - Surgical Tech
Milwaukee Area Technical College
High School Diploma -
Stevens Point Area Senior High
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
University of Wisconsin Stevens Point