Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
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Mary Powell

Lincoln,CA

Summary

Dynamic Nurse Manager with extensive experience at Sutter Health, excelling in patient care and staff leadership. Proven track record in implementing quality improvement initiatives and enhancing patient outcomes through critical assessments and compassionate advocacy. Skilled in medication administration and fostering team collaboration, ensuring high standards of care in fast-paced environments.

Work History

Registered Nurse

Sutter Health
  • 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.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.

Nurse Manager

Sutter Health
  • Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
  • Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
  • Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
  • Fostered open communication among nurses through regular team meetings, promoting collaboration and shared decisionmaking.
  • Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate records and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
  • Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.

Education

Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing

American River College
Sacramento, CA

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation and charting
  • Patient assessment
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
  • Critical care
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Precepting
  • Performing ekgs
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • High level of autonomy
  • Staff supervision
  • Emergency procedures
  • Chest pain management
  • Cardiac care
  • Acute care expertise
  • Managing deadlines

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Sutter Health

Nurse Manager

Sutter Health

Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing

University of Phoenix

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing

American River College
Mary Powell