Marie Christie Manuel
Wanaque,NJ
Summary
Seasoned Nursing Supervisor commended as a caring and motivated professional with a total experience of 35 years in Long Term Care Nursing and in Acute Care settings, seeking to bring experiences to a new role in nursing profession. Quality-driven and passionate about facilitating excellent patient care in accordance with state regulations, policies and procedures.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infection Preventionist
Llanfair House Nursing & Rehab Center
Wayne , NJ
01.2023 - Current
- Ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements related to infection prevention and control; coordinates with ICAR/NJDOH for assessment & guidance on infection control management.
- Implements and provides education to all employees on CDC and OSHA-driven infection prevention and control policies to guide facility. Provides in-service and monitors hand hygiene practices, proper use of personal protective equipment across the facility departments. Coordinates the planning, implementation, evaluation, and documentation of infection control care plans.Responds to suspected or confirmed cases of COVID-19 within the facility setting; Initiated contact tracing.
- Conducts fit-testing for disposable respirators on new employees and annually for all facility employees.
- Reviews medical records for accuracy and completeness regarding infection prevention protocols- e. g. Immunization records in PCC
- Communicates regularly with department heads about changes in regulations or guidelines related to infection control, especially COVID-19.
- Provided education in-services on the importance of COVID-19 & Influenza vaccinations.
- Administered COVID-19, seasonal flu vaccinations to all eligible employees.
- Participated in continuing webinar education opportunities - e.g. IPRO, NHSN
Assistant DON/Infection Preventionist Nurse
Alaris Health at Cedar Grove
Cedar Grove , NJ
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Implemented infection control measures according to established facility protocols and CDC/ NJDOH Guidance.
- Collaborated with IDC team to provide guidance on best infection control practices for patient care delivery.
- Ensured proper infection control policy orientation of new hires as well as ongoing training for existing staff members.
- Implemented changes and compliance in IC Care Plans needed to correct deficiencies found during government inspections.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from physicians, families, staff members, and other healthcare professionals.
- Provided leadership support during times of crisis or emergency situations.
Nursing Supervisor
Llanfair House Nursing & Rehab Center
Wayne , NJ
11.2017 - 01.2022
- Implemented facility nursing policies and procedures to ensure quality patient care.
- Provided staff education and training as needed on new equipment - such as Wound Vac, IV Pumps, Feeding Pumps etc.
- Resolved conflicts among nursing staff in a professional manner.
- Conducted performance reviews of nursing staff members to identify areas for improvement.
- Reviewed incident reports involving nursing staff members or patients to determine appropriate corrective action.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to newly hired nurses or those transitioning into a new role.
- Performed regular rounds throughout the facility to observe performance of nursing staff members.
- Provided patients with direct nursing care during periods of department short-staffing.
Director of Nursing
Merry Heart Health Care Center
Succasunna , NJ
07.2017 - 10.2017
- Provided clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff to ensure quality care was provided in a timely manner.
- Created new policy for Patient Hydration as part of POC from the recent survey results; New Policy Implemented and directed clinical services and operations to deliver for competent care.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
- Collaborated with facility medical director, physicians and other healthcare providers to coordinate patient care plans.
- Participated in interdisciplinary teams to discuss patient care issues or concerns and develop solutions as needed.
- Attended meetings with senior management personnel to provide updates on progress of projects and initiatives being undertaken by the nursing team.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by nurses related to any adverse events that occurred during their shift.
- Oversaw explanation of personnel policies and job descriptions as part of nursing employee orientation process.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times; Call Bell Response Audit conducted
- Created new policy for Patient Hydration as part of POC from the recent survey results; Implemented changes needed to correct deficiencies found during government inspections.
- Monitored inpatient bed use, facilities and staff to provide optimal use of resources.
- Maintained communication and transparency with facility owners, department heads and medical staff.
Assistant Director of Nursing/ Supervisor
Bergen Regional Medical Center
Paramus , NJ
06.2000 - 08.2017
- Supervised RN’s, LPN’s and CNA’s; Discussed patient care & treatments with staff
- Investigated and reported all incidents per facility policies
- Collaborated closely with Management Team to make necessary improvements and satisfy residents needs
- Actively participated with Audits- Fall, Med Pass, Dialysis etc, to ensure a positive NJDOH Survey
- Provided nursing in-services to staff as needed
- Provided Staff Performance appraisals- probationary & annually
- Maintained the proper number of staff within budget parameter to ensure that patients received the highest level of care.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of nursing policies and procedures.
- Provided guidance to staff on patient care, documentation and clinical decision making.
Nursing Supervisor
Llanfair House
Wayne , NJ
10.1999 - 10.2000
Nursing Supervisor
Kessler Care Center at Great Falls
01.2000 - 06.2000
Staff to Nursing Supervisor
Wayne View Convalescent Care
Wayne , NJ
10.1999 - 01.2000
Registered Nurse/Staff
Holly Manor CC
Mendham , NJ
01.1998 - 01.1999
Registered Nurse/PT Staff
Cedar Grove Manor
Cedar Grove , NJ
01.1992 - 07.1995
Registered Nurse/ Charge Nurse HIV Unit
Wanaque Center
Wanaque , NJ
08.1991 - 06.1995
Registered Nurse/ Staff
Greystone Park Psych Hospital
06.1994 - 10.1994
Graduate Nurse to Staff RN/Charge Nurse
Lincoln Park Intermediate Care Center
LIncoln Park , NJ
04.1990 - 08.1991
RN/ICU Private Duty Nurse
Cebu City Private Duty Nurses Asso.
, Philippines
01.1989 - 01.1990
Operating Room Registered Nurse
, Philippines
01.1988 - 01.1989
Graduate Nurse/ Staff
St. Martin Hospital
Pagadian City , Philippines
05.1987 - 06.1988
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing/ Magna Cum Laude -
Cebu Normal University (Formerly Cebu State College)
Skills
- Staff direction and support/ Staff coaching
- Clinical judgement/ Patient-focused care
- Revising Policies
- Overseeing Isolation Procedures
- Surveillance
- Infection Control
- Conducting Investigations
- Report Writing
- Staff Evaluation
- Policies Compliance Enforcement
- Performance Evaluations
Certification
- BLS
- IV
- CDC – Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training Course -19.5 Contact Hours, 01/05/22
- NJHA- Basic Course Principles of Infection Prevention and Control EDU 2223 – 32 Nursing Contact Hours, 04/22/22
- NNJ and SNJ-APIC/NJDOH The Northeastern Basic Infection Control Course – Certificate of Attendance
- Registered Nurse, Philippines, 01/01/87
- Registered Nurse, New Jersey, 01/01/90
Accomplishments
- Promoted from RN Staff to Nursing Supervisor, in less than 12-months ( Wayne View CC 1999-2000)
- Successful DOH Re-Survey in Feb 2023 , earning commendation from Windsor upper management as part of the solution.
- Successful DOH Survey in a sister Windsor facility August 2023, earning commendation from upper management for not having a tag in Infection Control.
- Successful Visit with ICAR/NJDOH earning a certificate-Aug 17, 2023
Timeline
Infection Preventionist
Llanfair House Nursing & Rehab Center
01.2023 - Current
Assistant DON/Infection Preventionist Nurse
Alaris Health at Cedar Grove
01.2022 - 12.2022
Nursing Supervisor
Llanfair House Nursing & Rehab Center
11.2017 - 01.2022
Director of Nursing
Merry Heart Health Care Center
07.2017 - 10.2017
Assistant Director of Nursing/ Supervisor
Bergen Regional Medical Center
06.2000 - 08.2017
Nursing Supervisor
Kessler Care Center at Great Falls
01.2000 - 06.2000
Staff to Nursing Supervisor
Wayne View Convalescent Care
10.1999 - 01.2000
Nursing Supervisor
Llanfair House
10.1999 - 10.2000
Registered Nurse/Staff
Holly Manor CC
01.1998 - 01.1999
Registered Nurse/ Staff
Greystone Park Psych Hospital
06.1994 - 10.1994
Registered Nurse/PT Staff
Cedar Grove Manor
01.1992 - 07.1995
Registered Nurse/ Charge Nurse HIV Unit
Wanaque Center
08.1991 - 06.1995
Graduate Nurse to Staff RN/Charge Nurse
Lincoln Park Intermediate Care Center
04.1990 - 08.1991
RN/ICU Private Duty Nurse
Cebu City Private Duty Nurses Asso.
01.1989 - 01.1990
Operating Room Registered Nurse
01.1988 - 01.1989
Graduate Nurse/ Staff
St. Martin Hospital
05.1987 - 06.1988
Bachelor of Science in Nursing/ Magna Cum Laude -
Cebu Normal University (Formerly Cebu State College)
- BLS
- IV
- CDC – Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training Course -19.5 Contact Hours, 01/05/22
- NJHA- Basic Course Principles of Infection Prevention and Control EDU 2223 – 32 Nursing Contact Hours, 04/22/22
- NNJ and SNJ-APIC/NJDOH The Northeastern Basic Infection Control Course – Certificate of Attendance
- Registered Nurse, Philippines, 01/01/87
- Registered Nurse, New Jersey, 01/01/90
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