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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Travel Experience
Committees
Professional Development
Timeline
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Rachel Hamm

Dublin,Ohio
Rachel Hamm

Summary

Experienced nurse leader skilled in motivating, leading, and supervising teams to achieve set targets. Proven ability to implement programs that enhance productivity and effectiveness, with a focus on positivity and relationship-based care. Recognized for building meaningful relationships founded on mutual respect, active listening, and motivational coaching. Results-focused and dedicated to delivering exceptional outcomes.

Overview

10
years of professional experience
10

Years of nursing experience

13

Years of healthcare experience

Work History

OhioHealth Dublin Methodist Hospital

Clinical Nurse Leader
10.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Managed monitoring and evaluation of unit key performance indicators.
  • Oversee daily operations for patient care in unit.
  • Facilitated professional growth through coaching efforts.
  • Facilitated one-on-one staff meetings to enhance team culture.
  • Facilitated daily safety huddles and engaged in Tier 2 safety discussions with hospital leadership.
  • Collaborated with pre-operative and surgical teams to oversee daily surgery schedules.
  • Contributed to hospital-wide performance improvement projects by identifying areas where nursing care could be enhanced and suggesting solutions for implementation.
  • Implemented quality improvement initiatives that resulted in increased efficiency and reduced errors in clinical practice.
  • Participated in regular clinical audits to ensure adherence to established policies, procedures, and care standards within the nursing team.
  • Incorporated opportunities for professional development within the nursing team through ongoing education sessions on relevant topics such as medication administration best practices or new technologies available in the field.
  • Continuously evaluated clinical workflows for opportunities to improve efficiency, ultimately leading to increased patient satisfaction and better use of resources.
  • Administered performance evaluations and probationary reviews to assess nursing personnel.
  • Interacted effectively with department managers to promptly correct problems and improve services.
  • Supervised professional and paraprofessional nursing staff and delegated tasks to maintain continuum of care.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care.

Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital

Assistant Nurse Manager – Emergency Department
04.2021 - 04.2022

Job overview

  • Oversaw and assisted the team to ensure efficiency.
  • Supported the development of strategies to enhance the effectiveness of healthcare delivery systems.
  • Served as a liaison between the manager, staff and other areas within the organization
  • Identified and resolved issues affecting the delivery of patient care services
  • Developed work assignment schedules ensuring sufficient coverage.
  • Engaged in quality improvement initiatives.
  • Assisted in orienting new personnel, continuing education, and in-service educational programs

University Hospitals

Clinical Nurse - Emergency Department
04.2016 - 03.2022

Job overview

  • Managed care for up to six acutely ill patients in a 26-bed community-based Level III Trauma Center.
  • Ensured safe medication management surpassing average standards of BCMA accuracy.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to provide safe, timely, and effective patient-centered care
  • Regularly monitored changes in patient condition, consulted with physicians, and intervened when appropriate.
  • Implemented protocols to accelerate care for acutely ill patients.
  • Use of LTV ventilators, Belmont rapid infuser, Ranger, Level I, Bair Hugger, Arctic Sun, Alaris infusion pumps (including medication titration), assist with arterial and central line insertion and management
  • Delivery compassionate, trauma-informed care for diverse patient population including elderly, pediatric, behavioral health, low-income, and trauma patients and their families
  • Precept new hire RNs and EMT-Ps, as well as RN/EMT-P students within the department
  • Intermittent charge nurse duties, as assigned
  • Served as a preceptor to new nurses, fostering their professional growth and development within the emergency department setting.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify emergent needs and initiate appropriate interventions promptly.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing empathetic support and clear explanations of treatment plans.
  • Exhibited strong clinical decision-making skills under high-pressure situations within the fast-paced emergency department environment.
  • Participated actively in debriefings after critical incidents or adverse events in order to foster learning opportunities for continuous improvement among team members.
  • Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance emergency department processes and patient outcomes.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.

University Hospitals

Radiology Nurse
08.2020 - 09.2021

Job overview

  • Perform pre-procedure and post-procedure assessments for ultrasound, MRI, and stereotactic guided breast biopsies, magseed insertion, and guide wire placement
  • Provide appropriate education to patient and family, documents care and relays information to physician, and follows established standards and practices under the direction of a radiologist
  • Monitor condition and status of patient before, during, and after procedures
  • Maintain detailed and accurate record-keeping for REDCap database
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality radiology nursing care and closely monitoring post-procedure recovery.
  • Supported clinical research efforts by assisting with data collection, documentation, and analysis related to diagnostic imaging studies.
  • Provided comprehensive pre-and post-procedure education to patients and their families, ensuring clear understanding of radiologic procedures and expected outcomes.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.

MetroHealth Medical Center

Clinical Nurse - CICU
08.2015 - 03.2016

Job overview

  • Delivered care to critically ill patients in ICU through strategic planning and goal setting.
  • Managed patients on ventilators, IABP, CVVH, and invasive cardiac monitoring
  • Closely monitored acute conditions and titrated medications accordingly
  • Implemented standing orders and protocols, per MetroHealth policy
  • Provide patient education on current health maintenance, assist with discharge planning, and provide community resources
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
  • Acted as a clinical resource for colleagues seeking guidance on best practices or challenging cases, contributing to a supportive learning environment within the unit.
  • Served as a patient advocate, ensuring individual needs were met and concerns addressed promptly.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of complex medical conditions, facilitating timely interventions to prevent complications.
  • Provided specialized care for critically ill patients requiring advanced monitoring and interventions.
  • Participated in continuous professional development, staying abreast of latest nursing practices and standards.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care.

Education

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT

Master of Science from Nursing - Leadership/Management

University Overview

in progress

Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH

Bachelor of Science from Nursing
12.2016

University Overview

Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH

Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
05.2015

University Overview

Skills

  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Servant Leadership
  • High level of autonomy
  • Critical thinking
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Patient advocacy
  • Patient/family focused
  • Self-directed

Travel Experience

Travel Experience
  • OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital ED (Level II Trauma), Columbus, Ohio, 03/22 - 10/22
  • OhioHealth Grant Medical Center ED (Level I Trauma), Columbus, Ohio, 01/22 - 03/22
  • Mount Carmel East ED (Level II Trauma), Columbus, Ohio, 11/21 - 01/22
  • OhioHealth ED Super Flex Team, Columbus, Ohio, 11/20 - 02/21
  • Lawnwood Regional Medical Center ICU, Fort Pierce, FL, 08/20
  • Nassau University Medical Center ED (Level I Trauma), East Meadow, NY, 03/20 - 06/20

Committees

Committees
  • OhioHealth Dublin Methodist Hospital, Clinical Nurse Leader Council. 03/23 - present
  • University Hospitals Elyria Medical Center, ED Shared Governance, 11/19 - 3/22, ED Triage Planning/Implementation Committee, 06/19 - 07/19, ED Safety Committee, 06/18 - 12/19
  • Fairview Hospital, Emergency Department Scheduling Committee, 09/13 - 02/14

Professional Development

Professional Development
  • Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN)
  • ACLS/PALS/BLS/TNCC
  • NIHSS Certified
  • Certified Bleeding Control Instructor
  • NAPPI Certified
  • Member ONA, ANA, ENA
  • Attendance at NOTS and LifeFlight annual symposiums

Timeline

Clinical Nurse Leader
OhioHealth Dublin Methodist Hospital
10.2022 - Current
Assistant Nurse Manager – Emergency Department
Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital
04.2021 - 04.2022
Radiology Nurse
University Hospitals
08.2020 - 09.2021
Clinical Nurse - Emergency Department
University Hospitals
04.2016 - 03.2022
Clinical Nurse - CICU
MetroHealth Medical Center
08.2015 - 03.2016
Western Governors University
Master of Science from Nursing - Leadership/Management
Cleveland State University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
Cuyahoga Community College
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
Rachel Hamm