Highly skilled and enthusiastic professional with more than 12 years of nursing experience. Dedicated to promoting quality patient care and satisfaction and offering experience in case management, healthcare administration, and managing operations in LTC facilities and Drug & Alcohol Rehabilitation. Possesses proven track record of developing and implementing comprehensive nursing policies, providing excellent leadership and mentoring, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing
Ohio Addiction Recovery Center
01.2023 - Current
Leader and resource to the nursing team
On call 24/7
Hire, develop and manage nurses to optimize quality, productivity, efficiency, compliance and patient satisfaction
Member of the performance improvement program team that meets quarterly to discuss, devise, and review process improvements
Review and revise department policies, protocols, and procedures to meet joint commission standards.
Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
Health Planning Administrator
Ohio Department of Health
01.2021 - 07.2021
Coordinates the daily operation of the Children's Hearing Program, Infant Hearing Program and the Ohio Hearing Aid Assistance Program in the Bureau of Maternal, Child and Family Health
Organized workflow and delegated tasks effectively to ensure timely project completion without compromising quality.
Responsible for writing the annual grant for the department.
Served as a liaison between departments, fostering open communication channels that improved overall organizational function.
Director of Nursing/MDS Coordinator/Case Manager
Provider Health Services
07.2017 - 07.2020
Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
Collaborated with healthcare professionals to connect clients to community resources and support services.
Provided crisis intervention and support to clients, resulting in a decrease in hospital readmission and emergency room visits.
Monitored client process and adjusted care plans as needed.
Educated clients and families on available resources.
Participated in case reviews and team meetings to increase successful case outcomes.
Coordinated medical and health services in compliance with government regulations
Implemented changes needed to correct deficiencies found during government inspections
Budgeted, managed and scheduled staff of 44, fostering an environment supportive of both faculty and patients.
Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Riverside Methodist Hospital
11.2016 - 04.2017
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns
Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability
Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
Effectively managed acute pain symptoms by administering medications as prescribed while monitoring for potential side effects.
Clinical Nurse/MDS-Case Management
Darby Glenn Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
06.2011 - 01.2016
Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
Contributed to team discussions and case conferences actively, sharing insights and expertise with colleagues to optimize client support strategies.
Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability
Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate health needs, working with a multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens
Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns
Education
Associate of Science in Nursing -
Zanesville Ohio
Ohio University
Skills
Utilization Review
Work Planning and Prioritization
Nurse Education and Training
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Hospital Admissions
Case Management
Pre and post-surgical care
Discharge Planning
Policy Development
Quality assurance controls
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Expenditure Monitoring
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Ohio Addiction Recovery Center
01.2023 - Current
Health Planning Administrator
Ohio Department of Health
01.2021 - 07.2021
Director of Nursing/MDS Coordinator/Case Manager
Provider Health Services
07.2017 - 07.2020
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Riverside Methodist Hospital
11.2016 - 04.2017
Clinical Nurse/MDS-Case Management
Darby Glenn Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
06.2011 - 01.2016
Associate of Science in Nursing -
Zanesville Ohio
Ohio University
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