Rhonda Cingel
Canonsburg,PA
Summary
Dedicated to promoting quality patient care and satisfaction and offering experience in nursing and healthcare administration. Possesses proven track record of providing excellent leadership and mentoring, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director of Nursing
Greenery Center For Rehab & Nursing
03.2021 - Current
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Contributed to the accreditation process by maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations for nursing standards.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Implemented infection control measures, reducing hospital-acquired infections significantly over time.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
- Established and monitored the wound program in collaboration with the wound nurse practitioner.
- Completed wound rounds and documentation weekly and as needed.
Registered Nurse
Favorite Staffing
03.2019 - 03.2021
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Director of Nursing
Riverside Care Center
05.2016 - 03.2019
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and offering tailored professional development opportunities.
- Led quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing clinical outcomes through data-driven analysis and targeted interventions.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Golden Living Nursing Home
02.1998 - 05.2016
- Created customized care plans, working with staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Managed nursing schedules, streamlining processes for cost savings while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop efficient care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
- Served as a role model for nursing staff by demonstrating exceptional clinical skills, ethical behavior, and commitment to continuous learning.
- Coordinated with physicians on complex cases, ensuring seamless communication among healthcare professionals involved in patient care.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork by encouraging open communication among staff members and facilitating collaboration across departments.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA12.2008
Skills
- Nursing Management
- Long-Term Care
- Clinical Leadership
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse - RN603931
- CPR - BLS certified
- APIC- Infection Preventionist
Timeline
Assistant Director of Nursing
Greenery Center For Rehab & Nursing
03.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Favorite Staffing
03.2019 - 03.2021
Director of Nursing
Riverside Care Center
05.2016 - 03.2019
Assistant Director of Nursing
Golden Living Nursing Home
02.1998 - 05.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Community College of Allegheny County
- Licensed Registered Nurse - RN603931
- CPR - BLS certified
- APIC- Infection Preventionist
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