Accomplished Director of Nursing at DC Health Care, Inc, with a proven track record in leading multidisciplinary teams and improving patient outcomes. Expert in healthcare regulations compliance and clinical operations management. Demonstrated leadership in mentoring staff and driving professional development. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, enhancing family support and patient care.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Nursing
DC Health Care, Inc
01.1986 - Current
Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
Managed budgets effectively, identifying cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
Mentored new nurses through orientation programs, facilitating their integration into the team and fostering their professional growth.
Evaluated work performance of 50+ nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
Championed a culture of continuous learning by promoting professional development opportunities for nursing staff, including in-house training programs, conferences, workshops, and online resources.
Registered Nurse
Providence Hospital And Medical Center
01.1984 - 01.1986
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Graduate Nurse
Hebrew Home Of Greater Washington
01.1982 - 01.1984
Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing care to diverse populations.
Conferred with RN to identify patient care needs and support and prepare patient admission, transfer or discharge.
Completed, maintained and submitted accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient condition and treatment plan to facilitate continuity of care.
Obtained information from patient interview and observation and documented vital signs, weights and heights to facilitate patient care activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The DC
Washington DC
05.1984
Master of Science - Science Education
Gorakhpur University
Gorakhpur
06.1973
Skills
Nurse Education and Training / Leadership
CRM / Healthcare Regulations Compliance
Clinical Operations / Long-Term Care
Clinical Documentation / Policy Development
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Nursing Staff Supervision / Recruiting and Hiring
Behavioral Health / Acute Care
Budget Control
Direct Patient Care / Hospital Admissions
Chronic Disease Management
English / Hindi / Urdu Fluency
Certification
Licensed RN - 1984
Additional Information
With excellent time management skills.
Strong work ethic
Good driving record
CPR and First Aid certified
US Citizen
Reference available upon request
Timeline
Director of Nursing
DC Health Care, Inc
01.1986 - Current
Registered Nurse
Providence Hospital And Medical Center
01.1984 - 01.1986
Graduate Nurse
Hebrew Home Of Greater Washington
01.1982 - 01.1984
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The DC
Master of Science - Science Education
Gorakhpur University
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