Renee Linde
Venus,FL
Summary
Registered nurse with 16 years of clinical experience in emergency medicine and interventional radiology. Specializing in regulatory compliance, facility safety evaluations, and quality improvement. Skilled in applying state licensure and federal certification requirements to ensure quality and safety in healthcare environments. Experienced in conducting inspections, documenting findings, preparing written reports and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to correct deficiencies and maintain compliance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Dignity Health
10.2024 - Current
- Performs assessment of patient care, facility safety, and compliance with established hospital policies, state regulations and federal healthcare standards each shift.
- Applies regulatory requirements, including CMS conditions of participation, Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA), and Joint Commission standards.
- Documents findings in a clear, objective, and legally defensible manner to support audits, quality improvement projects, and accreditation reviews.
- Participates in hospital quality assurance activities, chart reviews bi-monthly, and environmental inspections to maintain readiness for state licensure and federal certification surveys.
- Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to identify safety risks, propose corrective actions, and verify resolution of deficiencies.
- Conducts patients assessments and ensured compliance with safety and infection control protocols.
Registered Nurse, Interventional Radiology
Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center
06.2019 - Current
- Conducts pre-procedure assessments to verify patient eligibility, informed consent, and compliance with safety regulations.
- Applies procedural safety protocols, including the Universal Protocol and 'time-out' verifications, to ensure compliance with Joint Commission and hospital standards.
- Monitors sterile field maintenance and adherence to infection control measures during invasive procedures.
- Ensures all required documentation, equipment checks, and regulatory logs were completed for compliance with state licensure and CMS requirements.
- Participates in monthly quality improvement audits related to procedural outcomes, infection rates, and compliance with safety checks.
- Coordinates daily with radiologists, technologists, and anesthesiology staff to ensure efficient, safe, and regulation compliant patient care.
- Provides post-procedure monitoring and discharge education to each patient, in accordance with federal and state healthcare guidelines.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center
11.2012 - 06.2019
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Geisinger Community Medical Center
10.2010 - 11.2012
- Supported department leadership in implementation of policy changes, leading to improved patient care standards.
- Contributed to improved departmental performance metrics through prompt documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient responses in electronic medical records.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Unity Hospital
06.2009 - 09.2010
- Decreased patient complications through diligent monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and other telemetry data.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately interpreting cardiac monitor readings and promptly reporting critical findings to healthcare team.
- Prevented life-threatening complications by quickly recognizing early warning signs of deterioration in critically ill patients under close observation.
- Administered prescribed medications safely and effectively while closely monitoring potential side effects or adverse reactions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Genesee Community College
Batavia, NY06-2009
Skills
- Regulatory Standards (EMTALA, HIPPA, Joint Commission)
- Team Leadership and Collaboration
- Procedural Safety Protocols and Time-Out Verification
- Infection Prevention and Control in Procedural Areas
- Documentation of findings and Written Reports
- Specialized in Electronic Medical Records with in depth knowledge of Cerner Applications
Accomplishments
- Spearheaded the Shared Leadership Program in the Radiology Department, overseeing the creation of a Patient Informatics Card aimed at enhancing patient education and engagement. The card ensured patients were well-informed about their procedures, introduced them to their care team, and included a feedback section to improve patient satisfaction and demonstrate our commitment to listening to their needs.
- Honored with the DAISY Award for Nursing Excellence, acknowledging exceptional patient care and the positive feedback received from patients regarding the quality and compassion of care provided.
Certification
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- ACLS- Advance Cardiovascular Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- NIH Stroke Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Dignity Health
10.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Interventional Radiology
Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center
06.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center
11.2012 - 06.2019
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Geisinger Community Medical Center
10.2010 - 11.2012
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Unity Hospital
06.2009 - 09.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Genesee Community College
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