Myrna Grady Weeks
Lake Park,GA
Summary
Highly motivated and knowledgeable Registered Nurse with more than twenty three years of industry experience across multiple specialties. Well-versed in offering patient care in a variety of settings, analyzing clinical workflow processes, building and maintaining EMR, and performing metrics analysis and evaluation to implement improvements. Methodical, dependable and organized professional with a solid background and unwavering dedication to Nursing.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Small Business Owner
Love and Honor, LLC
Lake Park, GA
01.2016 - Current
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
Healthcare Quality Management Coordinator
ShorePoint Health
Port Charlotte, FL
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Conducted regular audits of medical records to identify opportunities for improvement in patient care.
- Participated in root cause analyses to investigate adverse events or near misses.
- Reviewed incident reports to determine potential causes of errors or deviations from standards of care.
- Identified areas for process improvement through data analysis techniques.
- Drafted detailed reports outlining key findings from internal audits.
Nursing Informatics Specialist
HCA Florida Citrus Hospital
Inverness, FL
10.2008 - 05.2016
- Developed and maintained electronic health records systems for clinical staff.
- Provided training to healthcare personnel on the use of computerized medical applications.
- Analyzed data to identify trends in patient care outcomes.
- Created reports summarizing clinical information management system performance metrics.
- Integrated new software into existing systems, ensuring compatibility across multiple platforms.
- Assisted with troubleshooting issues related to system upgrades and maintenance activities.
- Monitored the accuracy of data entered into the electronic health record system.
- Performed quality assurance testing on new software releases before deployment.
- Recommended changes to existing systems based on feedback from users.
- Supported end users by providing technical assistance when needed.
Solution Delivery Consultant
Cerner Corporation
Kansas City, MO
10.2007 - 10.2008
- Developed and maintained solution delivery plans to ensure successful project completion.
- Performed testing of delivered applications by executing test plans and scenarios to ensure quality assurance standards are met.
- Resolved customer inquiries related to assigned projects in a timely manner.
- Analyzed customer feedback regarding product features or performance issues to determine root cause of problems.
- Provided status updates to keep upper management informed and to reach goals.
Circulating OR Nurse
Citrus Memorial Health System
Inverness, FL
07.2005 - 10.2007
- Assessed patients' health condition and nursing needs before, during, and after surgery.
- Collaborated with surgeons to ensure optimal patient care throughout the operative process.
- Provided preoperative teaching to patients and their families regarding anesthesia, surgery, and post-operative care.
- Developed a plan of care for each patient based on assessment findings and established standards of care.
- Administered medications in accordance with physician orders prior to and following surgical procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, interventions, medications administered, treatments provided, and response to treatment plans.
- Ensured that all necessary supplies were available for each procedure performed in the operating room.
- Assisted in maintaining OR efficiency through effective time management skills while providing quality patient care.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards set forth by The Joint Commission for safe practice within the OR setting.
Circulating OR Nurse
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
Tallahassee, FL
06.2002 - 07.2005
- Assessed patients' health condition and nursing needs before, during, and after surgery.
- Collaborated with surgeons to ensure optimal patient care throughout the operative process.
- Provided preoperative teaching to patients and their families regarding anesthesia, surgery, and post-operative care.
- Administered medications in accordance with physician orders prior to and following surgical procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, interventions, medications administered, treatments provided, and response to treatment plans.
- Ensured that all necessary supplies were available for each procedure performed in the operating room.
- Assisted in maintaining OR efficiency through effective time management skills while providing quality patient care.
- Demonstrated flexibility in responding quickly and efficiently during emergency situations.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards set forth by The Joint Commission for safe practice within the OR setting.
RN Floor Nurse
Munroe Regional Medical Center
Ocala, FL
10.1999 - 06.2002
- Assessed and monitored patients' health condition, including vital signs, physical assessments, and laboratory test results.
- Provided patient care plans in accordance with physician orders and established nursing protocols.
- Performed wound care, catheter insertion and removal, intravenous therapy, medication administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Responded to medical emergencies promptly and provided life-saving interventions when necessary.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient records according to hospital policy.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately communicating patient information during shift change report times.
- Communicated effectively with all levels of personnel within the healthcare setting regarding patient care issues.
- Reviewed lab values for accuracy prior to administering prescribed medications.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of Central Florida
Ocala, FL05-1999
Associate of Arts - Education
Tallahassee Community College
Tallahassee, FL05-1987
Skills
- Quality Improvement
- User Training
- Workflow Optimization
- Analytical Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Quality Assurance
- Patient Care Delivery
- Time Management
- Multitasking
- Organizational Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Interpersonal Communication
- Workflow Efficiency
- Problem-Solving
- Effective Communication
- Self Motivation
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Case Review
- Clinical Assessments
- Patient Care Management
- EMR Software
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Healthcare Quality Management Coordinator
ShorePoint Health
06.2018 - 12.2018
Small Business Owner
Love and Honor, LLC
01.2016 - Current
Nursing Informatics Specialist
HCA Florida Citrus Hospital
10.2008 - 05.2016
Solution Delivery Consultant
Cerner Corporation
10.2007 - 10.2008
Circulating OR Nurse
Citrus Memorial Health System
07.2005 - 10.2007
Circulating OR Nurse
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
06.2002 - 07.2005
RN Floor Nurse
Munroe Regional Medical Center
10.1999 - 06.2002
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of Central Florida
Associate of Arts - Education
Tallahassee Community College
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