Nicole Dodson
Mukwonago
Summary
Dynamic Administrative Supervisor at Ascension Columbia St. Mary's, skilled in operations management and fostering cross-functional teamwork. Successfully optimized patient flow and enhanced staff collaboration, ensuring quality care delivery. Proven leader with a strong focus on organizational leadership and effective information management, committed to improving healthcare outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Supervisor
Ascension Columbia St.Marys Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI
01.2024 - Current
- Oversee nursing operations
- Foster a positive and supportive work environment, addressing conflicts, and promoting teamwork
- serve as a point of contact for staff, physicians, and other health professionals
- Ensure quality patient care
Bed Placement Coordinator
Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital
Milwaukee
03.2021 - Current
- Optimize patient flow and bed utilization
- Coordinate patient admissions, transfers, and discharges while communicating with healthcare staff and physicians
Staffing Coordinator
Ascension Columbia St.Marys Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI
03.2021 - Current
- Manage hospital's staffing needs, including scheduling and onboarding new employees
- Utilize Kronos application
Patient Flow Coordinator
Ascension Columbia St.Marys Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Manage screening responsibilities during covid
- Schedule and orient screening personnel
Resource ICU RN
Columbia St. Mary's Hospital Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI
04.2009 - 03.2020
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.
- Served as an advocate for patients and their families, addressing concerns and facilitating open lines of communication between healthcare providers and loved ones.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, identifying early warning signs of complications, and taking prompt action in emergent situations.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the ICU by adhering to established protocols, reporting potential hazards, and participating in regular safety drills.
ICU RN
Columbia St. Mary's Hospital Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI
08.2004 - 04.2009
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.
- Served as an advocate for patients and their families, addressing concerns and facilitating open lines of communication between healthcare providers and loved ones.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, identifying early warning signs of complications, and taking prompt action in emergent situations.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the ICU by adhering to established protocols, reporting potential hazards, and participating in regular safety drills.
Registered Nurse
St. Mary's Hospital
Milwaukee, WI
08.2002 - 08.2004
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI08-2002
Skills
- Organizational leadership
- Operations management
- Information management
- Cross-functional teamwork
Timeline
Administrative Supervisor
Ascension Columbia St.Marys Milwaukee
01.2024 - Current
Bed Placement Coordinator
Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital
03.2021 - Current
Staffing Coordinator
Ascension Columbia St.Marys Milwaukee
03.2021 - Current
Patient Flow Coordinator
Ascension Columbia St.Marys Milwaukee
03.2020 - 03.2021
Resource ICU RN
Columbia St. Mary's Hospital Milwaukee
04.2009 - 03.2020
ICU RN
Columbia St. Mary's Hospital Milwaukee
08.2004 - 04.2009
Registered Nurse
St. Mary's Hospital
08.2002 - 08.2004
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee