Rebecca Tipton
Cocoa,FL
Summary
Adept Clinical Supervisor successful in improving care and outcomes through nursing education, performance management and talent management. Motivated team builder and supervisor focused on driving team collaboration and safety. Effective at improving revenue, team productivity, policies and procedures to keep the facility operating at a safe sustainable level.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical /Trauma/Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Health First's Holmes Regional Medical Center
2022.03 - Current
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
- Assisted surgeons during bedside procedures such as central line insertions or tracheostomies, ensuring proper set-up and maintenance of aseptic technique.
- Strengthened interdisciplinary collaboration through active participation in rounds discussions and sharing valuable insights from nursing perspective.
- Improved patient outcomes by executing thorough assessments, developing individualized care plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from ICU to lower acuity units by ensuring effective communication among healthcare providers during handoffs.
- Coordinated with physical and occupational therapists to develop individualized rehabilitation plans aimed at improving patients'' functional status during their ICU stay.
- Prevented pressure ulcers in immobile patients through regular repositioning, vigilant skin assessment, and utilization of specialized support surfaces when necessary.
Manager of Surgical Services
Parrish Medical Center
2018.03 - 2022.10
- Review financial reports, made modifications to reduce costs, and identified sound alternatives for purchasing equipment and supplies.
- Maintain practices, techniques, policies and procedures consistent with professional standards and regulatory agencies.
- Coach, mentor and support staff in all perioperative units including Preadmission Testing, Preoperative Department, Operating Room and Post Anesthesia Care Unit.
- Led change management efforts during organizational restructuring, maintaining high levels of employee engagement and operational efficiency.
- Chaired committees, work groups and meetings.
- Effectively managed conflict resolution among staff members, promoting a positive work environment conducive to quality patient care delivery.
- Direct day-to-day administrative and operational functions for perioperative services and transport providing guidance and leadership to 80 employees across more than 7 departments.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and patients for continued compliance with Joint Commission.
- Established strong relationships with physicians and surgeons, fostering effective communication and teamwork within department.
- Reduced overall costs, optimizing supply chain management and inventory control within department.
- Evaluated new technologies and equipment for potential adoption within department, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and objectives while considering cost effectiveness.
- Promoted culture of safety by enforcing compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
Surgical Clinical Coordinator
Parrish Medical Center
2013.08 - 2018.03
- Expertly managed planning, scheduling and coordination of outpatient procedures.
- Developed, evaluated and adjusted current and future staffing based upon surgical staffing and patient care needs.
- Participated in hiring and counseling staff.
- Conducted customer service activities and handling of complaints.
- Managed daily operations within budget parameters.
- Demonstrated performance improvement in the following areas as appropriate: Clinical Care/Outcomes, Customer Service Improvement, Operational System/Process and Safety.
- Demonstrated hospital's core values and customer service behaviors in interactions with all customers.
- Functioned as a professional role model and resource person providing guidance to co-workers.
- Scheduled surgeries, managed pre-certifications and verified insurance coverage.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Parrish Medical Center
2010.03 - 2013.08
- Provided and maintained a safe environment for the perioperative patient and adhered to AORN standards of perioperative practice.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Collaborated with surgical team to ensure highest safety and surgical standards for the patient.
- Prepared surgical suite according to surgery and surgeon preference.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork within surgical suite by fostering open communication and collaboration among colleagues.
- Maintained a sterile environment within operating room, reducing risk of infection.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Streamlined communication among surgical team members, facilitating efficient flow of information during critical moments in surgery.
Nurse Manager
Center For Drug Free Living
2007.08 - 2010.03
- Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments for 3 juvenile justice facilities.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Reviewed patient transfer records routinely to verify patients received appropriate levels of care.
- Achieved first ever Deemed status from our state inspection. Maintained status for 3 years.
- Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.
- Collaborated proactively with psychiatrists to adjust treatment plans based on observed changes in symptoms or behavior patterns among patients.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Health Administration
Eastern Florida State College
Cocoa, FL12.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Eastern Florida State College
Cocoa, FL05.2011
LPN - Nursing
Eastern Florida State College
Cocoa, FL12.2007
Skills
- Time Management
- Budget Planning
- Financial Operations Oversight
- Meditech Systems
- Data Analysis
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Process Implementation
- Performance Monitoring
- Quality Improvement
- Organizational Goal Development
- Facility Inspections
- Accreditation Coordination
Certification
- Registered Nurse-License #RN9328480
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
- NIHSS Certification
- Trauma Nursing Core Certification
- OSHA - Laser Safety Officer
- Lean Six Sigma - Yellow
Timeline
Surgical /Trauma/Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Health First's Holmes Regional Medical Center
2022.03 - Current
Manager of Surgical Services
Parrish Medical Center
2018.03 - 2022.10
Surgical Clinical Coordinator
Parrish Medical Center
2013.08 - 2018.03
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Parrish Medical Center
2010.03 - 2013.08
Nurse Manager
Center For Drug Free Living
2007.08 - 2010.03
Bachelor of Arts - Health Administration
Eastern Florida State College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Eastern Florida State College
LPN - Nursing
Eastern Florida State College
- Registered Nurse-License #RN9328480
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
- NIHSS Certification
- Trauma Nursing Core Certification
- OSHA - Laser Safety Officer
- Lean Six Sigma - Yellow
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