Rhonda Straka
Springfield,VA
Summary
Dedicated nursing leader with excellent unit management skills. Proficient in quality, cost and care standards focused on maximizing resources and patient satisfaction. Registered Nurse in state of Virginia.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Manager - Women's Medical Surgical Unit
INOVA Fairfax Women's Hospital
08.2019 - Current
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Fostered open communication among nurses through regular team meetings, promoting collaboration and shared decisionmaking.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate records and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Managed 200 team member to include nurses and Clin Techs and nursing activities in an 80-bed inpatient hospital unit by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
Clinical Nursing Instructor
Northern Virginia Community College
08.2023 - Current
- Delivered information and valuable instructions to students during clinical rotations.
- Maintained open lines of communication with students, offering support and guidance throughout their educational journey.
- Developed and created clinical assignments to assess student skills.
- Oriented and provided instruction to students during clinical rotations.
- Evaluated student performance in clinical settings, providing constructive feedback for improvement and growth.
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
RN Unit Supervisor - Women's Medical Surgical Unit
INOVA Fairfax Women's Hospital
09.2016 - 08.2019
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Mentored newly hired employees, helping them acclimate quickly to the company culture and job responsibilities.
Registered Nurse - PRN
Virginia Hospital Center
01.2018 - 02.2019
- 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.
- 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.
Registered Nurse - Charge Nurse
INOVA Fairfax Women's Hospital
02.2013 - 01.2018
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse - Float Pool
INOVA Alexandria Hospital
02.2004 - 10.2008
- Served as a resource for other nurses on the Float Pool, offering guidance on policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Mentored new nursing staff, sharing best practices for patient care and fostering a supportive team atmosphere.
- Strengthened relationships between nursing teams across various units through regular collaboration on shared float pool initiatives and projects.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing thorough handoff reports to incoming nurses, ensuring continuity of care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse
Northern Virginia Community Hospital
08.2000 - 02.2004
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical -Oncology
Virginia Hospital Center
06.1999 - 08.2000
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT07-2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA05-1999
Skills
- Department management
- Staff supervision
- Critical thinking
- Quality improvement
- Clinical supervision
- Hiring and terminations
- Conflict management
- Staff coaching and Mentoring
- EPIC Documentation
- Student nurse management
- Patient Safety
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse - 04/2026
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers: CPR/AED - 03/2027
- ANCC Medial Surgical Certification - 02/2030
- ANCC Gerontology Certification - 01/2030
Timeline
Clinical Nursing Instructor
Northern Virginia Community College
08.2023 - Current
Nurse Manager - Women's Medical Surgical Unit
INOVA Fairfax Women's Hospital
08.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse - PRN
Virginia Hospital Center
01.2018 - 02.2019
RN Unit Supervisor - Women's Medical Surgical Unit
INOVA Fairfax Women's Hospital
09.2016 - 08.2019
Registered Nurse - Charge Nurse
INOVA Fairfax Women's Hospital
02.2013 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse - Float Pool
INOVA Alexandria Hospital
02.2004 - 10.2008
Registered Nurse
Northern Virginia Community Hospital
08.2000 - 02.2004
Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical -Oncology
Virginia Hospital Center
06.1999 - 08.2000
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northern Virginia Community College
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