Nicole Winkler
Columbus,OH
Summary
Accomplished Nurse Clinical Leader with a proven track record at Nationwide Children's Hospital, showcasing expertise in clinical judgment and nursing staff leadership. Excelled in care coordination, significantly improving patient satisfaction through compassionate, outcome-focused care. Skilled in triage assessment and outpatient care, adept at fostering interdisciplinary collaboration for enhanced health outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Clinical Leader in the Neurosurgery Dept
Nationwide Children's Hospital
07.2012 - Current
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
RN
Select Specialty Hospital
09.2011 - 08.2012
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Columbus, OH08-2015
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Care coordination
- Nursing staff leadership
- Outpatient care
- Triage assessment
Timeline
Nurse Clinical Leader in the Neurosurgery Dept
Nationwide Children's Hospital
07.2012 - Current
RN
Select Specialty Hospital
09.2011 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
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