Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise and leadership skills. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Helps keep healthcare services proceeding smoothly by coordinating communications and policy enforcement. Talented in finding balanced solutions and resolving conflicts.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of Nursing
Auburn Community Hospital
Auburn, NY
06.2024 - Current
Oversee daily operations within the department including scheduling shifts and approving time off requests.
Maintain accurate records of staffing assignments and patient data according to established guidelines.
Investigate incidents reported by staff members or patients and families.
Assess staffing needs based on patient census and acuity levels.
Assist with recruitment and retention of nursing staff.
Attended meetings to discuss issues affecting the Nursing Department.
Ensure proper orientation of new hires as well as ongoing training for existing staff members.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop best practices for patient care delivery.
Monitor adherence to hospital policies, procedures, protocols, and accreditation standards.
Assess competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity, and safety.
Implement changes needed to correct deficiencies found during government inspections.
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
Explain policies, procedures and services to patients and staff.
Manage and assist the Nursing Supervisor office.
Nursing Supervisor
Auburn Community Hospital
Auburn, NY
08.2023 - Current
Ensure that all nursing personnel are familiar with hospital policies and regulations.
Monitor inpatient bed use and staff to provide optimal use of resources.
Resolve conflicts among medical staff in a professional manner.
Coordinate scheduling of staff to meet departmental needs.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Auburn Community Hospital
Auburn, NY
04.2013 - 08.2023
Managed patient triage, prioritizing care based on severity of condition and available resources.
Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Educated patients and families on disease management, prevention, and healthy lifestyle choices.
Utilized advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and basic life support (BLS) techniques during critical situations.