Pamela Warner, BSN, RN, MBA, CNOR
El Lago,Tx
Summary
Motivated professional with 8+ years progressive leadership experience in surgical services and 4+ years of oversight of multiple departments. Currently leading 4 high-performing teams with advanced quality standards. Collaborates with multi-disciplinary teams for excellent patient outcomes as well as a high level of staff engagement and satisfaction. Seeking a challenging leadership position within Houston Methodist that will utilize my lean management training as well as creative problem-solving skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Periop Nurse Manager, AOD, ASC, PAT, PACU
Houston Methodist Clear Lake
09.2019 - Current
- Led growth and development of 4 diverse teams by empowering them through robust shared governance programs, introduction of daily management huddles to correct common issues on the units and dropping turnover to under 4% through staff support and engagement
- Maintained Tier 1 index score from employee opinion survey for 4 years
- Maintained superior patient satisfaction, YTD 93.4
- Achieved 100% H&P compliance for 2023
- Leader of Hospital wide 2024 5S Campaign, collaborating with HMCL, HMSL, HMB
- Increased labor productivity from 79% to 90% in PACU
- Leader of Digestive Disease/Bariatric Center of Excellence
- Developed Ortho Joint Navigator position to facility same day discharge of Total Joint Patients
- Successfully changed structure of PAT department from an in-hospital unit to a remote unit, allowing for expansion of other departments while increasing productivity through daily call-volume expectations and expanding scope of reach to include IR, Cath lab, endoscopy, and ASC.
- Created an efficient shift handover process which improved continuity of care between nursing shifts.
Ambulatory Surgery Center Charge Nurse, RN III
Houston Methodist Clear Lake
02.2015 - Current
- Oversight of clinical operations: Patient care, staff, and physician satisfaction
- Create and manage employee schedules, manage Labor Workx schedules.
- Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
- Mentored and supervised nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Organized regular meetings within the department to discuss process improvements or address any challenges faced by our team members.
- Contributed significantly towards DNV accreditation compliance through regular audits, staff education and process improvement recommendations.
- Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
PACU Nurse, RN II
Houston Methodist Clear Lake
05.2013 - Current
- Reduced complications through consistent assessment of pain levels and administration of appropriate medications.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care, addressing concerns, and answering questions.
- Safeguarded patients from potential complications with vigilant recognition and prompt intervention when necessary.
- Assessed patients'' readiness for transfer to step-down units or home, ensuring all criteria were met before proceeding with transitions of care.
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
Operating Room Staff Nurse, RN II
Houston Methodist Clear Lake
05.2012 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Houston Methodist Clear Lake
05.2001 - Current
- Efficient in Vascular, General, GYN, ENT, Orthopedics, Open Heart, Ortho/Neuro Spine, Ophthalmology, Plastics, Urology
- Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens during surgeries, aiding in accurate diagnostic results for patients.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
Education
Master of Business Administration in Healthcare -
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT09.2022
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05.2017
Associates of Applied Science in Nursing -
The College of the Mainland
Texas City, TX05.2012
Skills
- Process Coach in Lean Management
- Budget Management
- Compliance Oversight
- Quality Improvement
- Hiring and Terminations
- Staff Coaching and Mentoring
Certification
- Registered Nurse – License # 820227 - Texas Board of Nursing
- Certified Nurse OR # 1659739- Perioperative Nursing Practice
Professional Organization Membership
- ANA, 03324777, 12/2020, 12/2023
- ASPAN, 142651, 12/2022, 12/2023
Awards
- Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society 2017- Present
- Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society 2006-2010
Timeline
Periop Nurse Manager, AOD, ASC, PAT, PACU
Houston Methodist Clear Lake
09.2019 - Current
Ambulatory Surgery Center Charge Nurse, RN III
Houston Methodist Clear Lake
02.2015 - Current
PACU Nurse, RN II
Houston Methodist Clear Lake
05.2013 - Current
Operating Room Staff Nurse, RN II
Houston Methodist Clear Lake
05.2012 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Houston Methodist Clear Lake
05.2001 - Current
Master of Business Administration in Healthcare -
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Walden University
Associates of Applied Science in Nursing -
The College of the Mainland
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