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Porter Blanton

Midlothian,VA

Summary

Proven achiever with a strong background in healthcare and sales, demonstrated by exceptional account management and customer relationship building at Solventum. Skilled in training clinical and business teams, I excel in fostering client loyalty and achieving sales targets. Recognized for teamwork and collaboration, my approach has consistently led to positive outcomes and satisfied clients.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Surgical Acute Account Manager

Solventum
01.2007 - Current


  • Maintained high client retention rate by providing exceptional customer service and anticipating their needs.
  • Successfully resolved escalated issues, preventing potential loss of valuable clients while maintaining positive relationships with all parties involved.
  • Actively participated in networking events within the industry, expanding professional connections and generating leads.
  • Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty.
  • Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
  • Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
  • Field Sales Trainer for New Employees


Registered Nurse, Newborn Intensive Care Unit

Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital
03.2003 - 01.2007
  • Chosen by my manager as a trainer for new hire Nurses.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Enhanced patient and family satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care.

Territory Sales Manager

Hill-Rom Company
03.1995 - 03.2003
  • Received Exceeds or Meets Expectations on all Performance Evaluations
  • Managed two full time territories successfully for an 8-month period, covering an empty territory.
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing strategic territory plans.

Registered Nurse, Newborn Intensive Care Unit

VCU Health System
05.1991 - 03.1995
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Selected for Secondary Transport Nurse Position which involved bringing critically ill infants from other hospitals in Virginia to VCU Health for treatment via Ambulance.
  • Chosen by my manager as a trainer for new hire Nurses.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Henrico Doctors Hospital
08.1990 - 05.1991
  • Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Richmond, VA
05.1990

No Degree - Business

Mary Washington University
Fredericksburg, VA
08.1987

Skills

  • Account Management
  • Documentation And Account Revenue Forcasting with the use of SalesForcecom
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Relationship Building
  • Training new Employees in a Clinical and Business Setting

Timeline

Surgical Acute Account Manager

Solventum
01.2007 - Current

Registered Nurse, Newborn Intensive Care Unit

Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital
03.2003 - 01.2007

Territory Sales Manager

Hill-Rom Company
03.1995 - 03.2003

Registered Nurse, Newborn Intensive Care Unit

VCU Health System
05.1991 - 03.1995

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Henrico Doctors Hospital
08.1990 - 05.1991

Associate of Science - Nursing

J Sargeant Reynolds Community College

No Degree - Business

Mary Washington University
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