Dynamic nursing leader with extensive experience at BayCare Surgery Center Trinity, excelling in process improvement and team leadership. Proven track record in enhancing patient flow and reducing cancellations through innovative workflows. Skilled in clinical coordination and effective communication, fostering high-quality outcomes and staff engagement in fast-paced environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Nurse Manager
BayCare Surgery Center Trinity
Trinity, FL
07.2022 - Current
Managed daily operations of a high-volume perioperative department averaging 500 cases per month, with direct oversight of 30 staff, ensuring efficient patient flow, optimal staffing, and high-quality outcomes across Pre-Op, PACU, and PATT
Led process improvement projects to reduce same-day surgical cancellations by implementing new workflows.
Collaborated with anesthesia providers, proceduralists, and clinical staff, ensuring adherence to patient safety protocols in perioperative settings.
Championed patient safety initiatives, including hand hygiene and infection prevention protocols.
Supervised, coached, and evaluated nursing and support staff, improving team performance and increasing retention rates.
Maintained balanced unit productivity through cross-training initiatives, enhancing staff versatility and department efficiency.
Fostered improved staff morale by establishing a unit-based council to promote shared governance.
Relief Charge Nurse
Advent Health
Tampa, FL
02.2020 - 06.2022
Managed day-to-day operations of 36-bed unit as relief charge nurse, ensuring efficient workflow and quality patient care
Performed complex assessments; administered intravenous medications, blood products, cardiac drips, etc.; monitored various drainage systems, recording output; initiated and monitored PCA/epidural pumps; etc.
Administered intravenous chemotherapy, demonstrating attentive nursing care and compassion
Proficient in insertion of IV lines and accessing chest ports using sterile technique
Coordinated and developed comprehensive patient care plans in collaboration with physicians from all specialties
Led Unit Based Council to enhance patient experience and increase staff satisfaction through collaborative initiatives
Served as a unit preceptor to teach basic medical surgical competencies to new nurse residents
Documented in a timely manner, with experience using Cerner, Epic, and paper charts
Registered Nurse
Women’s Care Florida
Tampa, FL
02.2020 - 10.2020
Admitted patients preoperatively within half hour, ensuring timely surgery schedule and minimizing delays
Educated patients through pre-procedure calls, addressing questions and alleviating concerns about upcoming surgeries
Provided patient care and support in the Surgical and Procedural Care Unit
Fulfilled facility staffing needs as a per diem nurse.
Registered Nurse
Altru Health System
Grand Forks, ND
05.2018 - 10.2019
Provided pre-operative and post-operative care for orthopedic, ophthalmology, otolaryngology, urology, endoscopy, interventional radiology, oncology, gynecology, pain management, dental, podiatry, and plastic surgeries
Communicated with surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurse anesthetists, and other health care professionals regarding patient care needs and health assessment findings
Coordinated patient care in in-patient holding, demonstrating effective time management and prioritization while collaborating with nursing units
Educated patients and families and answered questions appropriately in a compassionate, caring manner
Educated co-workers on unit policies for mechanical lifts, chemotherapy precautions, and hand hygiene, fostering a culture of safety and compliance
Monitored hand hygiene practices, contributing to improved patient safety and adherence to care standards