Hi, I’m
Lori Adams
Registered Nurse
Waco,TX
Summary
Accomplished Director of Trauma at BSW Hillcrest. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Spearheaded quality improvements, significantly boosting productivity and employee engagement. Consistently delivered outstanding results in complex environments. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest, Waco, TX
Director of Trauma
09.2014 - 05.2024
Job overview
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
- Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
- Evaluated employee performance objectively using established metrics, leading to fair compensation adjustments based on meritocracy principles.
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest, Waco, TX
Trauma Program Manager
05.2005 - 09.2014
Job overview
- Enhanced the efficiency of the trauma program through regular performance evaluations and data analysis.
- Implemented standardized tools for assessing patient needs upon admission to the trauma unit, enabling more efficient triage decisions.
- Oversaw staff training and development, maintaining a high level of expertise in trauma care among team members.
- Spearheaded quality improvement projects focused on reducing hospital-acquired infections among trauma patients.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement within the trauma program, fostering innovation and collaboration among team members.
Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center, Waco, TX
Trauma Clinical Nurse
07.1996 - 05.2005
Job overview
- Supported the ongoing professional growth of fellow trauma nurses by sharing clinical experiences, offering constructive feedback, and fostering a collaborative learning environment within the department.
- Served as a mentor for new nursing staff members by sharing clinical expertise and supporting their ongoing growth as trauma nurses.
- Contributed to departmental improvements in quality metrics by participating in performance improvement initiatives related to trauma care delivery processes.
- Maintained and upgraded knowledge, skills, nursing practice and competencies affecting quality of nursing care and re-licensure.
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
- Coordinated seamless transitions between levels of care by effectively communicating with multidisciplinary team members throughout the process.
Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center, Waco, TX
ICU Charge Nurse
06.1994 - 07.1996
Job overview
- Mentored and trained new nurses, ensuring they were well-prepared to provide high-quality care in critical situations.
- Collaborated with physicians to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient interventions.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Streamlined communication between interdisciplinary teams for improved patient outcomes and continuity of care.
- Facilitated rapid response situations by quickly identifying deteriorating patients and alerting appropriate personnel for intervention measures.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols in the ICU.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, responses, and outcomes to ensure seamless transition of care during shift changes.
- Participated in regular rounds with interdisciplinary team members to discuss ongoing plans of care tailored specifically towards patients'' evolving needs.
- Established effective working relationships with support staff, contributing to a cohesive team environment that prioritized patient safety and wellbeing.
- Promoted adherence to hospital policies and procedures while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards such as JCAHO requirements.
- Provided emotional support for families coping with the critical illness or loss of a loved one by offering guidance on available resources and facilitating open communication channels.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights regarding informed consent, privacy concerns, end-of-life decisions, and ethical dilemmas surrounding critical care.
Education
Oklahoma State University , Stillwater, OK
Master Of Healthcare Administration from Nursing
12.2020
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor , Belton, TX
Bachelor Of Science from Nursing
05.1994
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Verbal and written communication
- People Management
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Team Management
- Rules and regulations
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Texas - 1994
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - 1990 to present
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - 1994 to present
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - 1998 to present
- Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) - audited 1998
- Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 700, 800 - 2008
- Basic Disaster Life Support (BDLS) - 2008
- Advanced Disaster Life Support (ADLS) - 2008
- Incident Command Support (ICS) - 300 and 400 - 2014
- Trauma Certified Registered Nurse (TCRN) - 2016, 2020
- ANCC National Healthcare Disaster Certification (NHDP-BC) - 2019
- Advanced Burn Life Support (ABLS) - 2021
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Timeline
Director of Trauma
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest
09.2014 - 05.2024
Trauma Program Manager
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest
05.2005 - 09.2014
Trauma Clinical Nurse
Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center
07.1996 - 05.2005
ICU Charge Nurse
Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center
06.1994 - 07.1996
Oklahoma State University
Master Of Healthcare Administration from Nursing
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Bachelor Of Science from Nursing
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