To obtain a career that is challenging and flexible, that may impact others through healing, knowledge and compassion. To use 26 years of diverse healthcare experience to change peoples lives. Insightful Manager with experience directing and improving operations through effective employee motivational strategies and strong policy enforcement. Proficient in best practices, market trends and regulatory requirements of industry operations. Talented leader with analytical approach to business planning and day-to-day problem-solving. Collaborative leader partners with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
UCHealth System EVS Infection Prevention Manager
UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital
01.2021 - Current
Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.
Led change management initiatives to drive organizational transformation without compromising employee morale or productivity levels.
Drove operational efficiency through data-driven decision-making processes, leveraging analytics tools for informed strategy development.
Established robust risk mitigation strategies to safeguard against potential operational challenges or disruptions.
Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
GI Lab Charge/Educator
Medical Center of the Rockies
10.2010 - 01.2021
Charge nurse, facilitate daily unit functions
Troubleshoot daily issues for unit
Staff unit for maximum work flow
Mentor, train and be example for others
Procedural sedation for many outpatient procedures
Interact very closely with Physicians daily
Implemented and devised policy and procedure for an evidence-base procedure to cut cost and better treat patients
Manage 2 facilities inventories for GI lab to maximize costs
Act as a resource on charges for procedures to maximize revenue
Care for patients with compassion and empathy
Developed and instituted FMT procedure
Teach and facilitate the FMT program to staff, doctors, and other Departments
Infection and HLD scope liaison
Instituted system wide use of ATP monitoring for manual cleaning of flexible endoscopes
Endoscopy Manager RN
Longmont United Hospital
01.2008 - 10.2010
Staffing, Physician/staff issues, Annual capital budgeting