Nicholas Potnis
Largo,FL
Summary
Experienced Doctoral prepared Registered Nurse with advanced formal training in nurse leadership. Versed in education program, curricula and lesson plan development. Focused on producing positive student outcomes and results while simultaneously providing high-quality care to patients. Knowledgeable Clinical Instructor that brings 12 years of combined experience in nursing from bedside to leadership, precepting and nurse education. Prepared to bring talent, expertise and leadership to nurse education programs. Results-driven RN specializing in leadership and management. Expert in med/surg aspects of nursing with success in development of strong nurse leaders focused on improving patient care, patient outcomes and delivery models.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Professor
University of South Florida
01.2024 - Current
- Provide technical instruction collaboration that assist students in meeting their educational goals
- Develop learning strategies and curriculum that will promote successful BSN completion
- Established a positive classroom atmosphere by promoting open communication, empathy, and mutual respect among nursing students with DEI.
- Monitored progress of each student and provided formal evaluation upon completion of clinical placements.
- Developed and created clinical assignments to assess student skills.
- Consistently received high evaluations from both peers and students alike, reflecting exceptional teaching abilities and dedication to student success.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for effective course design, fostering a comprehensive learning environment for students.
- Served as a liaison between the university and local healthcare providers for clinical placement coordination, ensuring quality hands-on experiences for nursing students.
- Taught didactic, skills lab, and clinical site courses, providing instruction to up to 75 undergraduate students.
Assistant Nurse Manager
Bayfront Medical Center
12.2021 - Current
- Performed real-time chart audits for patients ensuring accuracy and completeness of information while capitalizing on opportunities for process improvement.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members by employing effective communication techniques and seeking mutually beneficial solutions when issues arose.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and support for professional development opportunities.
- Developed departmental goals and objectives to improve satisfactory rating with patients.
- Collaborated with other departments to streamline processes and enhance interdisciplinary teamwork, ultimately improving continuity of care for patients.
- Integrated evidence-based nursing into practice environment for 30 nurses.
Administrative Supervisor
Bayfront Medical Center
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Handled sensitive information with discretion by maintaining confidentiality in accordance with company guidelines.
- Resolved conflicts between team members by addressing concerns and facilitating open communication channels.
- Provided support during periods of high workload by stepping in to assist with various administrative tasks as needed.
- Improved communication between departments with the implementation of efficient information-sharing tools and strategies.
Orthopedic Nurse Case Manager
Bayfront Medical Center
08.2019 - 03.2021
- Collaborated with healthcare leaders and physicians to support and offer resources in performance of duties to maintain high-quality and efficient patient care
- Developed and modified patient care plans and assisted interdisciplinary team in identifying client needs and goals to determine priorities of care
- Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes
- Utilized professional network to decrease discharge times and length of stay.
- Served as a liaison between patients and various support services such as financial assistance programs, community resources, and mental health counseling to ensure holistic care was provided.
Nurse Case Manager
Cognizant Technologies Solutions
10.2018 - 08.2019
Utilization Review Registered Nurse
Strong Memorial Hospital, University Of Rochester
05.2016 - 08.2017
RN Supervisor
Westgate Nursing And Rehabilitation
10.2015 - 05.2016
Contract Registered Nurse
Readylink Staffing
06.2015 - 09.2015
Contract Registered Nurse
HCR Home Care
12.2014 - 06.2015
Contract Registered Nurse
Readylink Staffing
05.2014 - 08.2014
Contract Registered Nurse
Liquid Agents
02.2014 - 05.2014
Charge Nurse
Unity Hospital
09.2012 - 02.2014
Education
Doctorate - Nursing Practice
University of Alabama
Huntsville, AL06.2024
MSN - Nursing Informatics
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint John Fisher
Rochester, NY05.2012
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Monroe Community College
Rochester, NY05.2010
Skills
- Student Remediation
- Mentoring Proficiency
- Nursing Staff Management
- Constructive Feedback
- Instructional Strategies
- Didactic Instruction
- Systems Analysis
- Technical Training
- Team Collaboration
- Preceptor Evaluation
- Competency Assessment
- Project Management
- Regulation Compliance
- Clinical Site Training
- Registered Nurse
- Online Teaching
- Innovative Teaching
- Classroom Management
- Interdisciplinary Approach
- Diversity awareness
- Subject matter expertise
- Student Engagement
- Research and analysis
- Student Motivation
- Professional Networking
- Individualized Instruction
- Academic advising
Timeline
Adjunct Professor
University of South Florida
01.2024 - Current
Assistant Nurse Manager
Bayfront Medical Center
12.2021 - Current
Administrative Supervisor
Bayfront Medical Center
03.2021 - 12.2021
Orthopedic Nurse Case Manager
Bayfront Medical Center
08.2019 - 03.2021
Nurse Case Manager
Cognizant Technologies Solutions
10.2018 - 08.2019
Utilization Review Registered Nurse
Strong Memorial Hospital, University Of Rochester
05.2016 - 08.2017
RN Supervisor
Westgate Nursing And Rehabilitation
10.2015 - 05.2016
Contract Registered Nurse
Readylink Staffing
06.2015 - 09.2015
Contract Registered Nurse
HCR Home Care
12.2014 - 06.2015
Contract Registered Nurse
Readylink Staffing
05.2014 - 08.2014
Contract Registered Nurse
Liquid Agents
02.2014 - 05.2014
Charge Nurse
Unity Hospital
09.2012 - 02.2014
Doctorate - Nursing Practice
University of Alabama
MSN - Nursing Informatics
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint John Fisher
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Monroe Community College
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