Maria Carmen Burleson
GRAHAM,Texas
Summary
I am a compassionate Director of Nursing dedicated to maintaining highest standards of nursing practices and policies. I strive to be an excellent leader, mentor and recruiter, supporting staff and local community. I demonstrate strong working knowledge of regulatory compliance along with proven results in managerial role. I am a seasoned Director of Nurses with 18 years of nursing supervisory experience. I have strong knowledge base in federal, state and local guidelines with proven communication skills and collaboration with Quality-driven mindset and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing Services
Grace Care Center of Olney
Olney , TX
02.2020 - Current
- Assessed clinical staff competency to enhance quality, safety, and continuity of care.
- Implemented and directed clinical operations to ensure delivery of competent care.
- Addressed deficiencies identified during government inspections through strategic changes.
- Evaluated staff performance and produced detailed reports on findings.
- Developed staffing schedules aligned with contract terms and accreditation standards.
- Set achievement goals for nursing department in line with established standards.
- Monitored development and updates of individualized patient care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care and response times.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and compliance.
- Developed nursing policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
- Coordinated training programs for new nurses to improve skill levels.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize patient treatment plans.
- Managed nursing budgets and resource allocation for efficient operation.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided constructive feedback regularly.
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline patient services.
- Implemented quality assurance measures to uphold healthcare standards.
- Recruited qualified candidates for open positions within the nursing department.
- Collaborated with physicians, administrators, and other departments to coordinate patient care plans.
- Provided guidance to medical personnel on proper documentation of patient care activities.
- Investigated complaints from patients or family members concerning nursing care delivery.
- Established protocols for infection control practices within the facility.
- Monitored employee attendance records and took corrective action when necessary.
- Ensured that appropriate resources were available to meet patients' needs.
- Developed systems for collecting data related to nurse productivity levels.
- Facilitated communication between nursing staff members regarding patient care concerns or issues.
- Conducted performance evaluations of nursing staff, identifying areas for improvement and providing feedback.
- Directed nursing staff in providing quality patient care and services.
- Served as a liaison between hospital administration, regulatory agencies, external organizations, vendors, and medical staff.
- Assisted in developing strategies to reduce costs while maintaining quality of patient care services.
- Managed staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage at all times.
- Reviewed existing standards of practice and proposed changes when necessary.
- Participated in budget preparation and monitoring activities to support departmental goals.
- Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity, and safety.
- Implemented and directed clinical services and operations to deliver competent, quality care.
- Monitored development, implementation and updates of individualized care plans.
- Implemented changes needed to correct deficiencies found during government inspections.
- Set and monitored achievement goals for nursing department consistent with established philosophy and standards of practice.
- Evaluated staff performance and prepared accurate reports detailing findings.
- Developed and maintained staffing schedule in accordance with contract terms, budget mandates and accreditation standards for nursing coverage.
- Oversaw explanation of personnel policies and job descriptions as part of nursing employee orientation process.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Maintained records management system to process personnel information and produce reports.
- Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
- Established solid relations with leadership and staff by attending board meetings and coordinating interdepartmental information exchanges.
Clinical Leader
Solaris Hospice
GRAHAM, Texas
09.2017 - 01.2020
- Developed appropriate care plans for at-risk individuals and high-risk families.
- Determined and coordinated appropriate level of care to meet individual patient needs.
- Reviewed effectiveness of treatment for individual and family situations.
- Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care.
- Collaborated with various healthcare providers to facilitate delivery of services.
- Coordinated support services and optimized communication between healthcare workers and patients.
- Counseled and educated patients and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease self-management, wound management and medications.
- Administered medications, IVs, and injections in accordance with treatment plan directions.
- Assigned therapies, ordered supplies and obtained equipment in alignment with care plan and approved Medicare and insurance guidelines.
- Coordinated between various entities to manage cases.
- Ensured quality patient care from admission to discharge through direct supervision of all nursing and ancillary staff.
- Documented patient interactions. accidents and treatment interventions in main EHR system for review by physician.
- Monitored patient interactions to medications, therapies and changes in plans of care.
- Implemented and monitored care plans and evaluated, recorded and communicated individual patients' conditions.
- Served as a primary coordinator of all disciplines to ensure comprehensive patient care across multi-disciplined healthcare teams.
- Promoted collaborative teamwork atmosphere by exhibiting professional behavior, which demonstrated commitment to providing quality patient care while fostering professional working environment.
- Educated and counseled patients and caregivers on diagnoses, treatment and therapy options, disease management and medication.
- Assessed patients, recorded vitals, and documented medical histories; evaluated patient responses.Updated and maintained patient charts and communicated changes to nurses and physicians to ensure continuum of care.
- Coordinated tasks and supervised nurses and support staff.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop, implement, and modify individualized plans of care.
- Reviewed patient treatment plans to meet and maintain JCAHO, Medicare and Medicaid requirements
- Trained new staff on facility policies, procedures and electronic medical record management systems.
- United nursing team to achieve patient care goals and strive towards excellence.
- Cooperated with upper-level management to maintain budget, operations and staff performance objectives.
- Collaborated with different disciplines to provide cohesive care to patients.
- Provided direct patient care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
- Routinely audited charting to ensure conformance with best practices.
- Led interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and service delivery.
- Developed training programs for clinical staff on hospice best practices.
- Implemented quality assurance measures to meet regulatory compliance standards.
- Coordinated care plans with healthcare providers and family members.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and clinical teams.
- Oversaw patient assessments to determine appropriate care needs and interventions.
- Managed resource allocation to ensure efficient service delivery in hospice settings.
- Mentored new staff on operational procedures and patient interaction techniques.
- Determined most appropriate treatment plan and implemented course of action.
- Provided leadership during emergency situations, ensuring appropriate response times from all involved personnel.
- Reviewed medical records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulations.
- Mentored new employees in the clinical setting, providing guidance and support as needed.
- Developed and monitored clinical protocols to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of staff members and provided feedback on areas of improvement.
- Collaborated with other health care professionals and service providers to drive optimal patient care.
LVN Charge Nurse
Grace Care Center Of Olney
Olney, TX
02.2012 - 08.2017
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team plan and implement effective treatment plans.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Monitored infection control procedures to ensure facility-wide health and safety.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Graham Oaks Care Center
GRAHAM, Texas
01.1999 - 02.2009
- Assisted in directing daily operations at facility caring for more than 70 individuals.
- Participated in morning meetings with department heads to discuss census information, admissions and discharges for residents.
- Ordered all supplies needed for the pharmacy and kept tabs on inventory levels.
- Created and maintained facility documents and records, maintaining accuracy while managing sensitive data.
- Supervised administrative staff of 10 LVNs, delivering consistent coaching and mentoring to improve job efficiency.
- Oversaw nursing staff performance and ensured compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Managed staff scheduling and facilitated training sessions for new nursing personnel.
- Reviewed and updated nursing policies to align with best practices in patient care.
- Assisted in budget preparation and resource allocation for nursing departments.
- Conducted regular evaluations of nursing protocols to enhance service delivery efficiency.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on clinical practices and patient interactions.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to elevate the standard of care provided.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from physicians, families, staff members, and other healthcare professionals.
- Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity, and safety.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop best practices for patient care delivery.
- Implemented infection control measures according to established protocols.
- Ensured proper orientation of new hires as well as ongoing training for existing staff members.
- Investigated incidents reported by staff members or patients and families.
- Provided leadership support during times of crisis or emergency situations.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing personnel.
- Assessed staffing needs based on patient census and acuity levels.
- Developed and implemented strategies to promote patient safety and quality care outcomes.
- Attended meetings with key stakeholders to discuss issues affecting the Nursing Department.
- Provided guidance to department supervisors regarding clinical practice standards.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Vernon College
Vernon, TX05.2018
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Ranger Junior College
Wichita Falls, TX08.2000
Skills
- Clinical Resources Management
- Direct Patient Care
- HIPAA Regulations
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Expenditure Monitoring
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Clinical Operations Management
- Nurse Education and Training
- Problem-Solving
- Personnel Evaluations
- Accreditation Coordination
- Relationship Building
- Employee Training Program
- Decision Making
- Risk Management
- Budget Control
- Profitability Strategies
- Policies Compliance Enforcement
- Process Improvements
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Documentation and Reporting
- Recruiting and Hiring
- In-Service Programs
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Service Utilization Improvements
- Employee Performance Evaluations
References
Vanessa Salazar RN
940-282-8148
Jennifer Milton RN
972-921-0080
Terri Collins RN DON
940-447-1464
940-549-4646
Timeline
Director of Nursing Services
Grace Care Center of Olney
02.2020 - Current
Clinical Leader
Solaris Hospice
09.2017 - 01.2020
LVN Charge Nurse
Grace Care Center Of Olney
02.2012 - 08.2017
Assistant Director of Nursing
Graham Oaks Care Center
01.1999 - 02.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Vernon College
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Ranger Junior College
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