Melinda Hallett
Washington
Summary
Compassionate Director of Nursing with proven ability to lead teams in delivering patient-centered care while maintaining operational efficiency. Specialize in clinical management, healthcare compliance, and staff development. Excel in communication, leadership, and problem-solving to enhance team performance and patient satisfaction.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing
Thomas Grove Assisted Living
Marion
12.2024 - Current
- Participated in interdisciplinary teams to discuss patient care issues or concerns and develop solutions as needed.
- Organized educational programs for nurses such as seminars, lectures, workshops.
- Analyzed trends in patient care activities such as medication errors or falls within the facility.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to coordinate patient care plans.
- Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Maintained accurate records of staff certifications, licensure, continuing education credits.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members in a professional manner while maintaining positive working relationships.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing potential employees and making hiring decisions when appropriate.
- Monitored changes in laws and regulations related to healthcare delivery services to ensure compliance with all applicable standards.
- Provided clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff to ensure quality care was provided in a timely manner.
Registered Nurse
Parkview Home Health & Hospice
Wayland
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
Director of Nursing
Parkview Manor
Wellman
08.2022 - 11.2023
- Participated in interdisciplinary teams to discuss patient care issues or concerns and develop solutions as needed.
- Organized educational programs for nurses such as seminars, lectures, workshops.
- Analyzed trends in patient care activities such as medication errors or falls within the facility.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to coordinate patient care plans.
- Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Maintained accurate records of staff certifications, licensure, continuing education credits.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by nurses related to any adverse events that occurred during their shift.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing potential employees and making hiring decisions when appropriate.
- Evaluated staff performance and prepared accurate reports detailing findings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Upper Iowa University
Fayette, IA05-2017
Skills
- Patient care management
- Staff recruitment
- Regulatory compliance
- Quality assurance
- Clinical documentation
- Educational program development
- Conflict resolution
- Data analysis
- Performance evaluation
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Employee training
- Patient safety
- Family support
- Clinical care oversight
- Team supervision
- Strong work ethic
- Risk management
- Quality control
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Thomas Grove Assisted Living
12.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Parkview Home Health & Hospice
06.2024 - 12.2024
Director of Nursing
Parkview Manor
08.2022 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Upper Iowa University
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