Payton Muehlfeld
Columbus,OH
Summary
Results-driven Program Director with extensive experience in planning, developing, and evaluating system-wide training programs. Proven ability to enhance learning initiatives through effective program management, process improvement, and policy development. Strong communicator with a focus on continuous improvement and stakeholder engagement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Director, Resuscitation Education
Veterans Affairs Central Ohio Healthcare System
03.2022 - Current
- Design, Implement, and evaluate Resuscitation Education and Innovation (REdI) program supporting 1,218 clinical employees.
- Create and implement short- and long-range plans, setting measurable goals and objectives for learning initiatives
- Advise Quality and Leadership teams on program status, improvements, and strategic direction
- Measure and evaluate program effectiveness, recommending enhancements to improve learning outcomes and user experience
- Provide ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Design customized training programs to enhance staff knowledge and skills in key areas of responsibility.
- Work Schedule: 0630-1700
- Hours worked per week: 40
Simulation Coordinator
VA Central Ohio Healthcare System
03.2022 - Current
- Streamline simulation operations by maintaining and updating simulation equipment inventory.
- Establish strong relationships with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate seamless integration of simulations into various training programs.
- Promote teamwork among participants by incorporating collaborative exercises into the simulation curriculum.
- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by monitoring participant evaluations and making necessary adjustments to the program content.
- Maintain high-quality standards in simulation delivery through regular updates on industry best practices and advancements in technology.
- Optimize resource utilization by effectively managing budgets for equipment and supplies.
- Work Schedule: 0630-1700
- Hours worked per week: 40
Clinical Educator
Ohio Health
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Collaborated with management to assess learning needs and develop customized training plans.
- Championed a positive work environment by fostering open dialogue between educators, clinicians, and administrators involved in the delivery of patient care.
- Developed customized training materials tailored to the specific needs of individual healthcare facilities.
- Contributed to the ongoing improvement of the organization's reputation by consistently delivering high-quality education and maintaining a strong professional network within the healthcare community.
Emergency Department RN
Ohio Health
08.2019 - 03.2022
- Served as a liaison between physicians, patients, and families, fostering open communication channels during challenging medical situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care in a fast-paced emergency setting.
- Served as a role model for the nursing profession by demonstrating professionalism, strong ethical behavior, and commitment to providing high-quality patient care.
Emergency Department RN
Diley Ridge Medical Center
05.2016 - 08.2019
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop treatment plans for complex medical cases.
- Provided mentorship to new nursing staff, sharing clinical knowledge and best practices for effective patient care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, individualized care to each patient.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mount Carmel College of Nursing
Columbus, OH03.2016
Skills
- Curriculum development and instructional design
- Learning Management Systems Administration
- Proficient in simulation-based learning
- Relationship building and stakeholder management
- Policy development and compliance
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Customer service and technical support
- Data analysis and trend identification
- Team leadership and project management
- Program Leadership
- Staff Development
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor, American Heart Association- May 2022
- Basic Life Support Instructor, American Heart Association- July 2022
- Mentor Train-the-Trainer, VA, May 2022
Additional Information
- National REdI Mock Code Program Adjunct Faculty- September 2024-Present
- Nursing Innovation Facility Co-lead- June 2024-Present
- CPR Committee Co-Chair- March 2022-Present
- Education Council Member- August 2024-Present
- Nurse Executive Council Member- August 2023-Present
- Diversity Speaks Workgroup Member- May 2024-Present
- Patient Safety Champion- November 2023-Present
- RQI Champion Lead- January 2024-Present
Timeline
Program Director, Resuscitation Education
Veterans Affairs Central Ohio Healthcare System
03.2022 - Current
Simulation Coordinator
VA Central Ohio Healthcare System
03.2022 - Current
Clinical Educator
Ohio Health
01.2021 - 03.2022
Emergency Department RN
Ohio Health
08.2019 - 03.2022
Emergency Department RN
Diley Ridge Medical Center
05.2016 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mount Carmel College of Nursing
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor, American Heart Association- May 2022
- Basic Life Support Instructor, American Heart Association- July 2022
- Mentor Train-the-Trainer, VA, May 2022
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