Nursing professional with 14 years of experience in acute and long term care. Dedicated to promoting quality patient care and satisfaction while offering experience in nursing and healthcare administration. Strong organizational, communication and multitasking abilities. Possesses proven track record of developing and implementing comprehensive nursing policies, providing excellent leadership and mentoring, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Nursing
Carbondale Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
01.2019 - Current
Monitors and evaluates nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
Promotes compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
Prepares and reviews infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
Establishes and monitors infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
Oversees and approves recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
Establishes and maintains effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care and compliance.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
Conducts routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
Develops and updates policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
Ensures regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
Reports to State and Local Health Departments as appropriate.
Conducts regular risk assessments within the department to identify areas of potential vulnerability and implement corrective actions where necessary.
Leads quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing clinical outcomes through data-driven analysis and targeted interventions.
Uses strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Assists with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Nurse Manager/Assistant Director of Nursing
Genesis Healthcare At Carbondale Nursing And Rehab
06.2012 - 01.2019
Performed initial assessment of new patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of resident behaviors and conditions and updated clinical record.
Offered care and support to patients with acute and/or chronic conditions.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Investigated and resolved patient and family complaints/grievances.
Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate records and staying up-to-date on standards and regulations.
Reduced hospital readmission rates with proactive discharge planning and thorough patient education.
Used clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and implemented treatment strategies with PCP.
Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
Managed nurses and patients in a 115 bed facility by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
Oversaw infection control procedures to protect patients from infections and keep nursing departments compliant with state regulations.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Directed patient discharge procedures to provide departing patients with needed aftercare and avoid readmissions.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, procedures, and safety protocols.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
Registered Nurse
CMC Hospital
05.2011 - 06.2012
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management.
Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Carbondale Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
07.2007 - 05.2011
Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
Facilitated personal hygiene management, bathing, daily ADLs, feeding, range of motion and ambulation.
Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Penn State Worthington
Dunmore, PA
05.2011
Skills
Documentation and Reporting
Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills
Quality Assurance and Improvement
Regulatory Requirements
Policy Development and Updating
Staff Management
Performance Monitoring
Strong Work Ethic
Acute Care
Psychotropic and Behavioral Management
Organizational Goal Development
Facility Inspections
Clinical System Monitoring
Budget Allocation
Interdepartmental Collaboration
Nurse Education and Training
Data Review and Analysis
Issue Resolution
Recruiting and Hiring
Policies Compliance
Case Management
Decision-Making
EMR Software
ICD-10 Coding
Direct Patient Care
Process Improvements
Medical Clinical Procedures
Infection and Disease Control
Patient Safety Protocols
Healthcare Regulations Compliance
Care Delivery
Personnel Evaluations
Risk Management
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Standards of Practice
Goal Planning
Patient Care Assessment
Clinical Staff Management
Problem Identification
Risk Mitigation
Medication Dispensing
Certification
Certified in Wound Care Management
Certified in Infection Prevention
BLS and AED Certified
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Carbondale Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
01.2019 - Current
Nurse Manager/Assistant Director of Nursing
Genesis Healthcare At Carbondale Nursing And Rehab
06.2012 - 01.2019
Registered Nurse
CMC Hospital
05.2011 - 06.2012
Certified Nursing Assistant
Carbondale Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
07.2007 - 05.2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
Penn State Worthington
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