Pamela Cissell
Huntingburg,IN
Summary
Compassionate Director of Nursing with proven ability to lead teams in delivering patient-centered care while maintaining operational efficiency. Specialize in clinical management, healthcare compliance, and staff development. Excel in communication, leadership, and problem-solving to enhance team performance and patient satisfaction.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing
Brickyard Healthcare
Petersburg, IN
05.2021 - Current
- Created reports summarizing patient outcomes based on data collected from various sources.
- Advised physicians on best practices related to prescribing medications or treatments for patients under their care.
- Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Maintained accurate records of staff certifications, licensure, continuing education credits.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members in a professional manner while maintaining positive working relationships.
- Inspected medical equipment regularly to ensure it is functioning properly before use by patients or staff members.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by nurses related to any adverse events that occurred during their shift.
- Participated in interdisciplinary teams to discuss patient care issues or concerns and develop solutions as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to coordinate patient care plans.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing potential employees and making hiring decisions when appropriate.
- Served as a mentor for new nurses providing support during their transition into the organization.
- Analyzed trends in patient care activities such as medication errors or falls within the facility.
- Attended meetings with senior management personnel to provide updates on progress of projects and initiatives being undertaken by the nursing team.
- Provided clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff to ensure quality care was provided in a timely manner.
- Facilitated communication between departments within the hospital setting to improve efficiency.
- Implemented changes needed to correct deficiencies found during government inspections.
- Reviewed daily documentation of dispensing of controlled substances, immediately noting discrepancies from shift to shift.
- Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
Infection Preventionist
American Senior Communities
Oakland City, Indiana
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory requirements related to infection prevention and control.
- Collaborated with other departments such as laboratory services and pharmacy services regarding issues related to infection prevention.
- Conducted surveillance of infections, outbreaks, and antibiotic resistance patterns.
- Communicated regularly with department heads about changes in regulations or guidelines related to infection control.
- Investigated potential sources of infectious disease transmission in the facility.
- Monitored hand hygiene practices across the healthcare facility.
- Provided education to staff on the principles of infection prevention and control.
- Reviewed medical records for accuracy and completeness regarding infection prevention protocols.
- Provided guidance on proper use of personal protective equipment by healthcare personnel.
- Consulted with local and state health departments to report infectious cases.
Director of Nursing
American Senior Communities
Oakland City, In
12.2019 - 09.2020
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Vincennes University
Vincennes, IN05-2012
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN05-1998
Skills
- Data analysis
- Patient care coordination
- Regulatory compliance
- Staff management
- Infection control
- Quality improvement
- Performance evaluation
- Clinical guidance
- Interdisciplinary communication
- Clinical system monitoring
- Long-term care
- First aid and CPR
- Documentation and reporting
- Nursing staff supervision
- Risk management
- Clinical leadership
- Strong work ethic
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Brickyard Healthcare
05.2021 - Current
Infection Preventionist
American Senior Communities
09.2020 - 05.2021
Director of Nursing
American Senior Communities
12.2019 - 09.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Vincennes University
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Southern Indiana
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