Nettie Manning
Bristol,TN
Summary
Highly motivated Registered Nurse with 16+ years of hospital experience in various settings including med surg, telemetry, ICU step down, long term care facility, hospice house, and homecare for terminally ill hospice patients. Proven leadership and management skills with a strong focus on staff education.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Staff Development Coordinator/Risk Manager
Holston Rehabilitation and Care Center
Kingsport, TN
07.2023 - Current
- Created, implemented and evaluated staff development programs.
- Organized in-service training sessions for staff members.
- Developed orientation materials for new employees.
- Maintained accurate records of all employee training activities.
- Analyzed existing policies and procedures to identify areas needing improvement or change.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws regarding workplace safety, diversity.
- Served as a mentor and coach for newly hired personnel.
- Provided guidance on job roles, responsibilities, expectations.
- Spearheaded entire onboarding and orientation process for new employees, providing education and information to facilitate learning and improve employee job satisfaction.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions and team meetings to identify deficiencies and recommend changes to policies and procedures.
- Evaluated employee skill levels and implemented new techniques to boost staff knowledge.
- Determined course objectives and found or wrote course materials to cover topics.
- Verified completion, accuracy and implementation of safety interventions in all incident reports
- Implemented new safety interventions in resident care plans
- Monitored and addressed all on-the-job injuries with employees
- Managed the filing of workman's comp paperwork for injured employees
Registered Nurse Staff Development Coordinator
Life Care Center of Elizabethton
Elizabethton, T
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed and executed comprehensive staff development program
- Organized and delivered orientation programs
- Evaluated and selected qualified candidates for employment.
- Conducted comprehensive background and safety screenings for prospective employees
- Maintained a routine schedule of staff education through monthly in-services
- Ensured compliance with all professional licensure and cpr certification for staff
- Conducted mandatory drug tests for all new employees.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Evaluated employee skill levels and implemented new techniques to boost staff knowledge.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Advised management on best practices in staff development initiatives.
- Maintained accurate records of all employee training activities.
- Supervised the implementation of staff development plans and monitored progress towards goals.
- Managed performance reviews to ensure that objectives are met efficiently.
- Designed customized learning modules for specific departments or groups.
- Served as a mentor and coach for newly hired personnel.
- Developed strategies to recognize high-performing employees.
- Spearheaded entire onboarding and orientation process for new employees, providing education and information to facilitate learning and improve employee job satisfaction.
Registered Nurse
Trustaff Travel Agency
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Registered Nurse
Hospice of Lauren's County
Clinton, SC
11.2015 - 09.2021
- Rendered empathetic nursing care to patients navigating the challenges of facing the end-of-life stage, while also providing assistance and comfort to their loved ones
- Created and executed care plans, adapting as needed.
- Managed and provided comfort medications through a variety of routes including oral, sublingual, and subcutaneous.
- Administered thorough wound care procedures.
- Addressed acute medical crises with efficiency and speed.
- Maintained vigilance over patient's condition/symptoms and delivered appropriate treatment in response
- Worked closely with diverse IDT to create a seamless journey for patients and families.
Registered Nurse
Regency Health & Rehabilitation Center
Taylor, MI
01.2015 - 06.2015
- Played a key role in providing high-quality care to residents by managing the needs of 25 patients in my capacity as RN on 60-bed skilled rehab unit.
- Conducted resident assessments and delivered comprehensive nursing care, including wound care, accuchecks, IV starts and infusions, and blood draws.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to create and execute care plans
- Consistently maintained high standards in completing detailed and precise documentation.
- Educated colleagues on wound care for residents, prioritizing dignity and comfort.
RN Case Manager
Arbor Hospice
09.2013 - 11.2014
- Maintained a balanced caseload of 20 hospice patients effectively.
- Implemented effective pain reduction measures using personalized treatment techniques developed during patient evaluations.
- Facilitated coordination of care services between volunteers and home care aides
- Established effective lines of communication with attending physicians
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care
- Collaborated with multiple sources for enhanced understanding of care plans and implementation procedures
- Communicated regularly with family members regarding patient care needs and progress toward goals.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients dealing with chronic illness or end-of-life issues.
- Assessed patient's physical, mental, and psychosocial health status to develop individualized care plans.
- Monitored and evaluated effectiveness of treatment plans and interventions.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse
Sheridan Community Hospital
11.2012 - 08.2013
- Managed patient care and performed routine duties as charge nurse
- Developed and applied comprehensive patient care strategies
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Managed nursing staff's schedules and provided training
Registered Nurse
St. Mary's Hospital
05.2012 - 11.2012
- Worked as a staff nurse in a 32 bed acuity adaptable geriatric unit
- Provided care to patients at a ratio of 1 RN to 6 patients
- Evaluated and assessed patients' medical conditions while providing nursing care for those with complex medical issues and multi-system health cases
- Enhanced professional nursing practices and patient care by recommending clinical improvements and actively participating in change initiatives.
- Developed and executed nursing care strategies
- Led and directed healthy relationships among nurses, physicians and other professionals
- Adhered to safety regulations and procedures during performance of medical tasks and while working with patients and equipment
Registered Nurse
Bristol Regional Medical Center
Bristol, TN
07.2008 - 12.2011
- Charge nurse on a highly diverse 35 bed Medical Surgical/Telemetry Unit
- Transitioned into charge nurse position on ICU step-down unit
- Monitored post-operative vitals and ensured patient stability. Proficiently set up Patient-controlled Analgesia (PCA) systems and administered necessary fluids. Reviewed post-operative orders to provide optimal care, while orienting patients to the unit.
- Prioritized enhancing protocols and treatments while maintaining focus on patients' needs
- Enhanced workforce efficiency by evaluating staffing needs and implementing updated floor assignments
- Aided in patients' post-operative healing and recovery
- Delivered comprehensive patient care while serving as a dedicated patient advocate within a team nursing framework, overseeing 3-8 patients per shift.
- Provided necessary health education training for patients.
- Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's
- Provided education, treatments, and various medical procedures including IV therapy, venipuncture, wound care, peritoneal dialysis, glucommander administration, insulin drip management, and blood transfusions.
- Offered aid to patients experiencing multiple chronic diagnoses including renal failure, pneumonia, COPD and DKA
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Virginia Highlands Community College
Highlands, VA01.2008
Skills
- Staff Development and Precepting
- Palliative and Pain Management
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Nursing staff leadership
- Case Management
- Patient Management
- Team Coordination
- Follow-up calls
Certification
Registered Nurse 167128
Nursinglicenses
RN, 03/01/20, SC
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
RN Staff Development Coordinator/Risk Manager
Holston Rehabilitation and Care Center
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Staff Development Coordinator
Life Care Center of Elizabethton
09.2022 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse
Trustaff Travel Agency
09.2021 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse
Hospice of Lauren's County
11.2015 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse
Regency Health & Rehabilitation Center
01.2015 - 06.2015
RN Case Manager
Arbor Hospice
09.2013 - 11.2014
Registered Nurse
Sheridan Community Hospital
11.2012 - 08.2013
Registered Nurse
St. Mary's Hospital
05.2012 - 11.2012
Registered Nurse
Bristol Regional Medical Center
07.2008 - 12.2011
Registered Nurse 167128
Associate of Science - Nursing
Virginia Highlands Community College
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