Rebecca Flanagan
Beloit,WI
Summary
Personable and dedicated professional with strong ability to lead and inspire clinical teams. Possesses solid understanding of clinical protocols and demonstrates proficiency in patient care management and team coordination. Committed to driving positive outcomes through effective leadership and collaborative efforts.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Multi-site Clinical Team Lead
MercyHealth
05.2024 - Current
- Fostered staff development and competency through supervision, coaching, trainings and team meetings.
- Contributed to financial health of organization by managing delivery of billable services.
- Conducted quality assurance evaluations to identify areas for improvement in service delivery, resulting in higher standards of care across the board.
- Facilitated effective collaboration among multidisciplinary teams, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Coordinated regular team meetings to discuss case progress and address concerns or challenges, fostering an environment of open communication and collective problem solving.
- Achieved timely completion of projects by efficiently managing resources and prioritizing tasks for the clinical team.
Long Term Care Nurse
Cedar Crest Nursing Home
02.2017 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive and holistic approaches to patient care.
- Implemented creative therapeutic activities for cognitive stimulation and social engagement among residents.
- Educated fellow staff members on best practices in geriatric nursing care, elevating the standard of service provided throughout the facility.
- Utilized evidence-based nursing practices in wound care management, resulting in improved healing rates among patients with chronic wounds.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities while preserving dignity and respecting individual preferences.
- Provided emotional support to both patients and families during challenging times, fostering a sense of comfort within the facility.
- Reduced medication errors through diligent administration of medications and accurate documentation.
- Exhibited excellent time-management skills while caring for multiple high-acuity patients simultaneously without sacrificing quality or safety.
Working Nursing Team Lead
MercyHealth
01.2021 - 05.2024
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
- Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities.
- Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.
Registered Nurse
MercyHealth
05.2015 - 01.2021
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT11-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT12-2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Blackhawk Technical College
Janesville, WI05-2015
Skills
- Patient care coordination
- Clinical oversight
- HIPAA compliance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Documentation review
- Quality improvement
- Innovation and creativity
- Meeting coordination
- Joint commission standards
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Certification
- Ambulatory Care Nursing Certification (RN-BC) - American Nurses Credentialing Center.
- Certified BLS Instructor
Timeline
Multi-site Clinical Team Lead
MercyHealth
05.2024 - Current
Working Nursing Team Lead
MercyHealth
01.2021 - 05.2024
Long Term Care Nurse
Cedar Crest Nursing Home
02.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse
MercyHealth
05.2015 - 01.2021
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Blackhawk Technical College
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