Accomplished Nurse Manager Director with multifaceted experience in the healthcare field, and track record of success optimizing efficiency, productivity, implementing inventory controls, and cost-effectiveness. A high degree of discretion and urgency in a frequently changing, fast-paced environment ensuring high-velocity decision making and communication.
Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, supervise, and motivate outstanding healthcare teams in order to provide excellent quality patient care
Detail-driven with a great work ethic and a drive to exceed benchmark expectations in every endeavor; ability to multitask, and recognized as a trusted innovator that tackles and solves complex problems
Administrative and referral experience include admissions, assessment, treatment, and education for a broad range of patients
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to interface effectively with administration, professional and non-professional staff and patients/families
Participated in direct clinical supervision of field staff
Developed policies and procedures directly related to office staff, training and clinical education
Maintained key relationships with primary accounts including physicians, vendors, case managers and patients
Customer service all-star, building lasting relationships, and strengthening customer loyalty
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
LCS Limousine Car Service LLC
Glendale , AZ
05.2021 - Current
Operations
Marketing
Customer service
Managing
Finances
Enforced federal, state, local and company rules for safety and operations.
Oversaw financial management, budget management, accounting and payroll activities.
Managed scheduling, training and inventory control.
Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new markets.
Produced SOPs to document workplace procedures and optimize productivity through standardization.
Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a safe work environment for all personnel.
Implemented policies and standard operating procedures and managed quality, customer service and logistics.
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
Medical Director
D&D Respiratory Services
Glendale, CA
12.2018 - 07.2021
Responsible for interviewing, and training new phlebotomist/clinical staff and completing all functions of the phlebotomist positions by ensuring the process of drawing blood is performed according to safety and compliance standards
Oversees the training, workflow, equipment
Develop and update workflows/procedures
Ensures all staff performing venipuncture are competent and perform the procedure accordance with departmental policies and workflows
Monitors tracks competency assessment of all phlebotomy staff, clinical staff
Continually maintained and improve the company's reputation and positive image in the markets served
Manage the daily activities of a clinical team consisting of 25 phlebotomist and 25 nurses at multiple locations
Front End Manager
Fry's MarketPlace Kroger
Phoenix, AZ
07.2014 - 11.2018
Responsible for driving store performance, sales, profitability, inventory cycles, customer service and associate attitude through merchandising and operational execution
Prepared and implemented employee schedules for individuals in different departments
Demonstrated best practices when interacting with customers and employees by solving problems using the company's code of conduct and high level of service
Hired, trained, scheduled and motivated a team of full and part time employees to provide a fast, positive, and helpful customer experience
Assisted with P&L responsibility reflecting increases in sales and reductions in operating expenses
Nurse Manager Director
Brewster Family Medical
Brewster, NY
08.2008 - 03.2012
Provided leadership and oversight of primary care (family medicine, internal medicine and pediatrics), laboratory, and routine services
Designed and implemented effective program development and support, including all care delivery, operations, and financial outcomes
Analyzed core care processes and quality measures, making recommendations to improve performance and implement effective programs
Responsible for all staff activities, including hiring, on-boarding, performance management, competencies and continuing education
Prepared and managed department and facility budgets, identifying priorities, and ensuring that goals are met
Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments
Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise
Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals, including physicians, case managers and social workers
Nurse/Phlebotomist
American Red Cross
San Fernando, CA
06.2005 - 07.2007
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety
Gathered laboratory samples, monitored fluids and read test results to make accurate care decisions
Provided comprehensive data on patient care, hospital procedures and nursing best practices
Analyzed and observed patients to discover and interpret vitals and telemetry equipment results
Nurse Director/Manager
Brewster Family Medical
Brewster, NY
05.2003 - 12.2005
Managed all aspects of nursing operations, with responsibility for maintaining highest standards of professionalism, patient care, hygiene, sanitation and procedural compliance
Supervised over 40 nursing staff in optimizing performance, and meeting personal, physical and cognitive needs of each resident
Ensured compliance with all facility and regulatory agency standards, policies and procedures, coordinate facility committees, and monitor use of budgeted resources
Maintained strong relationships with residents, families, physicians and local community
Assumed full responsibility for operation and management of facility in absence of Facility Administrator or as required
Manager Nurse Director
Putnam Family Medical
Putnam Valley, NY
05.2003 - 12.2005
Developed and implemented productivity initiatives, in addition to coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments
Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands
Evaluated suppliers by assessing quality, timeliness and compliance of deliveries to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational efficiency
Organized and facilitated department head meetings weekly, discussing current census, admissions and discharges and residents' Medicaid applications
Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility
Emergency Room Nurse Volunteer/Internship Student
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
Colton, CA
01.1998 - 05.2003
Assessed and triage patients, emergency care, psyche assessments, performed blood labs, IV infusions, administered medication and injections, assisted physicians in medical procedures
Worked with child protective services, occupational health physicals, drug screening
Monitored progress and documented any patient health status changes, keeping the healthcare team updated
Managed quality assurance program, including on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys
Education
Bachelor's Degree of Science - Health Administration, Emergency Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
01.2018
Bachelor's Degree of Science - Nursing
Cal State University
San Bernardino, CA
01.2003
Skills
Nurse Director/Manager
Nursing Leadership
Direct and Indirect Patient Care
Patient Advocacy and Education
Medical Records and Filing Data Entry
Manager Lab in hospital and Medical Facility
Emergency Management
Strong Communicator
Promotes positive behavior
Independent judgment
Decision-making
Strong problem solving skills
Communityserviceandaffiliations
American Red Cross
Homeless of CA
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center Emergency Department
Brewster Charities
Church Volunteer
Washington/Deer valley schools
Timeline
Operations Manager
LCS Limousine Car Service LLC
05.2021 - Current
Medical Director
D&D Respiratory Services
12.2018 - 07.2021
Front End Manager
Fry's MarketPlace Kroger
07.2014 - 11.2018
Nurse Manager Director
Brewster Family Medical
08.2008 - 03.2012
Nurse/Phlebotomist
American Red Cross
06.2005 - 07.2007
Nurse Director/Manager
Brewster Family Medical
05.2003 - 12.2005
Manager Nurse Director
Putnam Family Medical
05.2003 - 12.2005
Emergency Room Nurse Volunteer/Internship Student
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
01.1998 - 05.2003
Bachelor's Degree of Science - Health Administration, Emergency Management
Infection Preventionist/ Manager of Employee Health at Henry County HospitalInfection Preventionist/ Manager of Employee Health at Henry County Hospital