Mary Ann Durso
Kensington Senior Living
Sleepy Hollow
20
years of professional experience
1
Certification
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.
Work History
Registered Nurse (Director of Nursing)
15 Years 4 Months- 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
5 Years 9 Months- 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
5 Years 11 Months- 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
- Dean's List 2003-2005
- Shirley Durst Nursing Scholarship Recipient
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Technology
- Awarded Magna Cum Laude
- Mercy College Scholarship Recipient
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 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Putnam Nursing and Rehabilitation
09.2005 - 06.2011Read More
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
White Plains Hospital Center
07.2005 - 06.2011Read More
Suny Westchester
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
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Mercy College
Bachelor of Science from Veterinary Technology
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