- Avid Reader
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
- Outdoor Recreation
- Backpacking and Hiking
- Woodworking
- Gardening
- Animal Care
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Stand-up Paddleboarding (SUP)
- Kayaking
- Swimming
Norman Buckley
Yakima,WA
Summary
A seasoned Lead Nurse from Avail Home Health, I excel in care coordination and compassionate care, significantly enhancing patient outcomes and workplace conditions. My leadership in clinical judgment and team management has consistently surpassed performance goals, contributing to strategic healthcare improvements.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Nurse
Avail Home Health
Yakima, WA
12.2011 - 03.2025
- Advocated for the needs of both patients and nursing staff, leading to improved working conditions and better overall outcomes.
- Educated patients on preventative health measures, promoting positive lifestyle choices and self-management techniques.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance goals set by hospital administration in areas such as infection control rates and average length-of-stay figures.
- Participated in the development of departmental goals and objectives, contributing insights gleaned from frontline experience to inform strategic planning initiatives.
Director of Family Ministries
First Presbyterian Church Of Yakima
Yakima, WA
10.2003 - 08.2009
- Strengthened relationships within the congregation through effective communication and collaboration on various projects.
- Recruited trained, and mentored volunteers to ensure a positive experience for all participants in ministry programs.
- Supported families in their spiritual growth by providing pastoral care and guidance when needed.
- Improved volunteer retention rates through ongoing recognition events, regular feedback sessions, and targeted training opportunities.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Yakima Valley Community College
Yakima, WA11-2011
Skills
- Care coordination
- Ethical practice
- Compassionate care
- Clinical leadership
- Team management
- Disease prevention
- Patient safety
- Clinical judgment
- Critical thinking
- Neonatal resuscitation
- Patient and family advocacy
- Teamwork and collaboration
Interests
Timeline
Lead Nurse
Avail Home Health
12.2011 - 03.2025
Director of Family Ministries
First Presbyterian Church Of Yakima
10.2003 - 08.2009
Associate of Science - Nursing
Yakima Valley Community College