Mary Ann Durso
Sleepy Hollow
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive leadership experience at Kensington Senior Living, excelling in quality improvement and patient care management. Proven track record in developing evidence-based care plans and enhancing staff training, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction. Skilled in regulatory compliance and budget management, fostering a culture of excellence in nursing.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (Director of Nursing)
Kensington Senior Living
06.2011 - Current
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhance resident well-being.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, promoting adherence to treatment protocols.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to streamline communication and improve patient care efficiency.
- Led quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing resident satisfaction and safety protocols.
- 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.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Implemented training programs to enhance clinical skills and improve team performance.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency and resident satisfaction.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Managed budgets effectively, identifying cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Putnam Nursing and Rehabilitation
09.2005 - 06.2011
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring compliance with care standards and protocols.
- Coordinated patient care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Trained and mentored nursing personnel to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to elevate patient satisfaction ratings.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities in accordance with regulatory requirements, ensuring timely completion of reports as necessary for compliance purposes.
- Oversaw quality assurance initiatives to identify areas of improvement within the department and implement corrective action plans accordingly.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
White Plains Hospital Center
07.2005 - 06.2011
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, responding promptly to changes in health status.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care, enhancing understanding of treatment plans and recovery processes.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the unit.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Suny Westchester
Valhalla, NY05-2005
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Technology
Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry, NY05-1987
Skills
- Patient care management
- Quality improvement
- Regulatory compliance
- Evidence-based practice
- Care plan development
- Staff training and mentoring
- Budget management
- Wound care techniques
- Nursing staff supervision
- Leadership in nursing
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Case management
- Long-term care
- Licensed RN
Accomplishments
- Charting - Developed and organized 300+ charts for all new and current patients, routinely updating information for physician reference. Developed care plans for patients/residents conducting hundreds of initial assessments
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, CLIA, DOH and DSS regulations for maximum quality and control.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation, chart review and assisting in e-MAR /EHR adjustments and enhanced for better management throughout the communities charting systems.
- Supervised nursing teams of 20-30 nurses at multiple Kensington Communities
Certification
- Registered Nurse Licensed in New York, Virginia and Maryland
- Certified Delegating Nurse in Maryland
- Certified in UAI and ISP in Virginia
- BLS and ACLS Certified
- ANCC Board Certified Medical Surgical Nursing
- BCAT certified
- VWCN Certified in Wound Care
- DOH acknowledged Case Manager for Kensington White Plains for twelve years
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse (Director of Nursing)
Kensington Senior Living
06.2011 - Current
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Putnam Nursing and Rehabilitation
09.2005 - 06.2011
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
White Plains Hospital Center
07.2005 - 06.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Suny Westchester
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Technology
Mercy College