Liza Hagenswold
McKinney,TX
Summary
Dedicated PACU Supervisor with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to employee motivation. Experienced in conflict resolution and team collaboration, ready to leverage expertise to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PACU Supervisor
THCDS
Plano, TX
08.2022 - Current
- Supervised daily operations and ensured adherence to company policies.
- Monitored staff performance and provided constructive feedback.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance service delivery.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate workflow processes between teams.
- Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training sessions for all staff members.
- Conducted regular inventory checks to ensure consistent stock availability.
PACU Charge Nurse
THCDS
Plano, TX
06.2012 - 08.2022
- Supervised post-anesthesia care unit operations, enhancing patient safety and comfort.
- Coordinated nursing staff assignments, improving delivery of optimal patient care.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and equipment necessary for patient care.
- Managed daily operations of PACU unit, ensuring adequate staffing levels, efficient staff scheduling, and proper equipment maintenance.
PACU Staff Nurse
THCDS
Plano, TX
01.2005 - 06.2012
- Monitored patient recovery and assessed vital signs to ensure safety and comfort during post-anesthesia phase.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to facilitate smooth patient transitions and optimize recovery outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care requirements to promote understanding and adherence.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Women's University
Denton, TX12-2002
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Texas A&M-Commerce
Commerce, TX05-2000
Skills
- Change management
- Process improvement
- Policy development
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Employee motivation
- Interpersonal skills
Certification
- Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award Winner 2016
Timeline
PACU Supervisor
THCDS
08.2022 - Current
PACU Charge Nurse
THCDS
06.2012 - 08.2022
PACU Staff Nurse
THCDS
01.2005 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Women's University
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Texas A&M-Commerce