Nicole Tofi Rice
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Ambitious and energetic nurse leader in search of a permanent nursing position where critical thinking, patient safety and interpersonal skills can be honed. Recognized as a competent team member with a passion for learning and a desire to provide safe and culturally competent care to vulnerable patient populations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
COVID Vaccinator/RN
Shades Of Life Labs, LLC
Virginia Beach, VA
03.2022 - Current
- Spearheaded the first COVID vaccination drive at Holy Temple Church which furthered vaccination efforts in an underserved community
- Administered vaccinations via intramuscular injection and completed proper documentation according to CDC and Shades of Life Labs guidelines.
Clinical Care Lead
Maryview Medical Center
Portsmouth, VA
11.2020 - Current
- Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on 24-bed medical-surgical unit, providing direct care to up to 6 patients on a daily basis, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, technicians and unit clerks.
- Proven problem solving abilities and flexibility as evidenced by maintenance of daily unit functions and expedited handling of patient and customer service issues.
- Collaborated closely with physicians and case management to ensure core measure metrics and LOS were met resulting in increase of timely discharges by 25%
- Evaluated skills of nursing personnel and verified staff certifications for validity, and fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training and standards of patient care.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Maryview Medical Center
Portsmouth, VA
10.2019 - 11.2020
- Trained 3 new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel to deliver safe and efficient care.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care, administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses. for as many as 6 patients each day in high-volume acute inpatient setting.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Health Services Director (Director of Nursing)
Homeplace at Burlington
Burlington, WA
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Coordinated care with different health care providers and family members to ensure quality care for memory care residents.
- Managed and trained nursing staff team, consisting of 15 medication aides and 3 LPNs, in administering medications safely and providing quality care to 55 memory care residents.
- Made daily rounds throughout health services department to assess care quality.
- Oversaw nursing assessments and evaluations of management and supervisory personnel.
Sonar Technician Surface
United States Navy
Oak Harbor, WA
08.2013 - 05.2015
- Aided management with the timely completion of data analysis by processing data, creating reports, charts, and graphs, which ensured the safety of multi-million-dollar equipment.
- Coordinated on the job training for 20 new personnel as well as management by setting up process presentations which led to 100% completion of assigned qualifications.
Education
Doctor Of Nursing Practice - Health Systems Leadership
University of San Diego
San Diego, CA06.2023
Master of Nursing - Nursing
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Washington Bothell
08.2019
Associate Degree - Nursing
Skagit Valley College
Mount Vernon, WA06.2018
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Briefing leadership
- Project organization
- Problem resolution
- Patient Advocacy
- Mentorship
- EMR / EHR
- Team management and building
- Customer service
Certification
BLS-Healthcare Provider
ANCC Medical-Surgical Certification
Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate
Nurse Delegation Certificate
Dementia Specialty Training
RN License- WA & VA
Timeline
COVID Vaccinator/RN
Shades Of Life Labs, LLC
03.2022 - Current
Clinical Care Lead
Maryview Medical Center
11.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Maryview Medical Center
10.2019 - 11.2020
Health Services Director (Director of Nursing)
Homeplace at Burlington
08.2018 - 09.2019
Sonar Technician Surface
United States Navy
08.2013 - 05.2015
Doctor Of Nursing Practice - Health Systems Leadership
University of San Diego
Master of Nursing - Nursing
University of Arizona
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Washington Bothell
Associate Degree - Nursing
Skagit Valley College
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