Lisa Duncan
10066 Yampa Court Commerce City,CO
Summary
Experienced healthcare practitioner with a solid foundation in clinical nursing, charge nursing, hospital oversight, and a role as an Associate Nurse Manager for a 36-bed inpatient unit. Exhibits an unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional patient care, leveraging outstanding critical thinking capabilities and highly effective communication skills. Proficient in fostering cross-departmental cooperation and championing patient safety initiatives. Devoted to nurturing strong partnerships, optimizing hospital procedures, and elevating healthcare outcomes across the board.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Nurse Manager
University Of Colorado Hospital
12.2022 - Current
- Managed day-to-day operations and workflows for the nursing department.
- Coached and developed clinical employees by providing support and guidance.
- Related to and resolve patient concerns.
- Developed and managed schedules for a workforce of 120 employees across two units, ensuring optimal coverage, efficient resource allocation, and seamless operations.
- Responded to safety reporting events, investigated incidents, and took actions to mitigate risks.
- Assumed responsibility for quality metrics by conducting thorough investigations into HAPIs, falls, CLABSIs, and CAUTIs. Collaborated with staff to identify root causes, implemented targeted interventions, and provided education to prevent future occurrences and to enhance patient safety.
Hospital Supervisor
University of Colorado Hospital
04.2021 - 12.2022
- Direct day-to-day administrative and operational functions for 698-bed facility, providing guidance and leadership to over more than 4000 employees.
- Quickly and effectively delegated resources.
- Responded to in-house emergencies.
Charge Nurse III
University Of Colorado Hospital
08.2019 - 12.2022
- Managed throughput and capacity at the unit level.
- Mentorship and coaching of staff.
- Completed Level III Project on implementing ICU Family Involvement Menus
Procedure Nurse
University Of Colorado Hospital
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Assisted with tracheostomies and peg tubes
- Resource RN to all critical care units
- Organized multiple teams to perform procedures in a timely manner
- Performed ultrasound intravenous placements
Clinical Nurse II
University Of Colorado Hospital
02.2014 - 08.2019
- Relief Charge Nurse.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to evaluate patient data and determine patient care plans.
- Actively engaged in onboarding processes by precepting new graduate and experienced nurses.
Clinical Nurse
Parker Adventist Hospital
02.2013 - 02.2014
- Administered medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment
Education
Master of Science - Healthcare Leadership
Regis University
Colorado12.2023
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of Lethbridge
Lethbridge, AB, Canada10.2011
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Lethbridge
Lethbridge, AB, Canada05.2009
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Effective Communication
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Time Management
- Patient Advocacy
- Team leadership and development
- Interdepartmental collaboration
- Quality improvement and patient safety
Accomplishments
- Daisy Reward Recipient
- Level III Registered Nurse
- TNCC Instructor
- FEMA - Healthcare Leadership Training
- Art of Leadership
Affiliations
- American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN)
- American Association of Holistic Nurses (AAHN)
- Emergency Nurses Association (ENA)
- Society of Trauma Nurses (STN)
- Sigma Theta Tau
Certification
- Colorado Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse, License #1616825 - Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology
- Bachelor of Nursing
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
- Trauma Care Registered Nurse (TCRN)
- Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
Timeline
Associate Nurse Manager
University Of Colorado Hospital
12.2022 - Current
Hospital Supervisor
University of Colorado Hospital
04.2021 - 12.2022
Charge Nurse III
University Of Colorado Hospital
08.2019 - 12.2022
Procedure Nurse
University Of Colorado Hospital
01.2018 - 12.2021
Clinical Nurse II
University Of Colorado Hospital
02.2014 - 08.2019
Clinical Nurse
Parker Adventist Hospital
02.2013 - 02.2014
Master of Science - Healthcare Leadership
Regis University
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of Lethbridge
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Lethbridge
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