Maria Cruz
Wimauma
Summary
Proven Nursing Administration Staffing Coordinator at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, adept in staff scheduling and fostering employee relations. Streamlined communication and enhanced patient care through effective coordination, showcasing strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Achieved significant improvements in scheduling practices, ensuring compliance and continuous professional development.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Administration Staffing Coordinator
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
2022.07 - Current
- Evaluated current scheduling practices regularly to identify areas for improvement or optimization based on evolving organizational needs.
- Provided support to nursing administrators by maintaining accurate records of staff credentials, licenses, and continuing education requirements.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations by monitoring nurse-to-patient ratios at all times.
- Streamlined communication between nursing departments, resulting in improved efficiency and collaboration.
- Facilitated ongoing professional development opportunities for nursing staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Enhanced patient care by coordinating nursing staff schedules and assignments to ensure optimal coverage.
- Created an organized system for tracking employee time off requests while ensuring adequate coverage is maintained during peak hours or shifts without compromising patient care quality levels.
CNA
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
2020.10 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
CNA
Saint Luke's Hospital
2012.12 - 2020.01
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
CNA
Home Instead Senior Care Home
2017.08 - 2019.02
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
House Keeping
Tabor Academy
2015.08 - 2018.02
- Maintained a safe and comfortable living environment, performing light housekeeping tasks and maintaining cleanliness.
- Improved housekeeping inspection quality by implementing efficient management protocols and checklists.
- Placed orders for housekeeping supplies and guest toiletries.
QA Analyst
Chathan Village Food
2009.04 - 2015.03
- Improved software quality by executing thorough test plans and identifying defects before release.
- Managed defect reporting process, ensuring clear communication with stakeholders regarding issue status and resolution timelines.
Education
SCF State College Of Florida
Manatee- Sarasota2024-02
Life Stream
Massachusetts2016-06
High School Diploma -
High School
Cape Verde2007-05
Skills
- Interview conduction
- Employee relations
- Employment verification
- Staff scheduling
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
creole
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Nursing Administration Staffing Coordinator
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
2022.07 - Current
CNA
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
2020.10 - Current
CNA
Home Instead Senior Care Home
2017.08 - 2019.02
House Keeping
Tabor Academy
2015.08 - 2018.02
CNA
Saint Luke's Hospital
2012.12 - 2020.01
QA Analyst
Chathan Village Food
2009.04 - 2015.03
SCF State College Of Florida
Life Stream
High School Diploma -
High School