Ruth Barbee
Topeka
Summary
Dynamic nursing professional with extensive experience in operational strategy and team mentorship. Known for strong decision-making and communication skills, successfully leading initiatives that optimize service delivery and foster collaborative relationships with stakeholders.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical and Nursing Director - KS
Sevita Health
Topeka, KS
09.2023 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance client satisfaction and streamline processes.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve service delivery across multiple programs.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and drive strategic initiatives.
- Fostered collaborative relationships with stakeholders to ensure alignment on organizational goals.
- Mentored staff members, providing guidance on best practices and professional development opportunities.
- Spearheaded training initiatives to enhance team capabilities and promote continuous learning within the organization.
- Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
Nursing Supervisor
Midland Care Connection
Topeka, KS
03.2018 - 09.2023
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring compliance with health regulations and quality standards.
- Coordinated patient care plans, improving communication between interdisciplinary teams.
- Mentored new nurses, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
- Implemented workflow improvements, enhancing efficiency in patient care delivery processes.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to optimize team effectiveness.
- Managed staffing schedules, balancing workload to maintain optimal patient-to-nurse ratios.
- Developed training materials for staff education on best practices in nursing care.
- Promoted interdisciplinary collaboration by fostering strong relationships with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Discussed patient care and treatment with care team members to optimize intervention plans and care delivery.
- Contributed to positive team dynamics as an approachable supervisor who actively listened to concerns from both patients and nurses.
- Answered questions and addressed concerns from employees via email, phone and in person.
- Managed staffing needs efficiently by creating flexible schedules that maximized coverage during peak times without exceeding budget constraints.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients when personnel was short-staffed.
- Interviewed, hired, instructed, and mentored employees and promoted high level of care quality to patients.
Charge Nurse/Nurse Educator
Kansas Rehabilitation Hospital
Topeka, KS
03.2015 - 05.2018
- Supervised nursing support staff to ensure compliance with patient care standards.
- Conducted staff training sessions on best practices and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment plans.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
- Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Streamlined shift handovers, ensuring seamless continuity of care and minimizing information gaps.
- Monitored patient conditions and adjusted care plans as necessary.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with patient care standards.
- Monitored patient conditions and adjusted care plans.
Education
BBA - Business Management
Washburn University of Topeka
Topeka, KSAssociate of Science - Nursing Practice
Neosho Community College
Ottawa, KSPractical Nursing - Practical Nursing
KAW Tech
Topeka, KSSkills
- Regulatory compliance
- Rules and regulations
- Strategic planning
- Decision-making
- Talent development
- Team development
- Performance management
- Staff development
- Communication skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Patient safety standards
- Corporate messaging
Timeline
Clinical and Nursing Director - KS
Sevita Health
09.2023 - Current
Nursing Supervisor
Midland Care Connection
03.2018 - 09.2023
Charge Nurse/Nurse Educator
Kansas Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2015 - 05.2018
BBA - Business Management
Washburn University of Topeka
Associate of Science - Nursing Practice
Neosho Community College
Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
KAW Tech