Sally Pfeifer
Lake Forest,CA
Summary
Nursing professional with strong track record in healthcare management and team leadership. Known for fostering collaborative environments and driving high-quality patient care. Recognized for adaptability and reliability in meeting dynamic healthcare needs while showcasing strong organizational and communication skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Medical and Surgical Services
College Hospital
01.2021 - Current
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular evaluations, feedback, and tailored coaching sessions.
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Maintained regulatory compliance by staying up-to-date with changing industry standards and ensuring staff adherence to policies and procedures.
Nursing Manager (Medical Surgical & Operating Room)
College Hospital
10.2017 - 01.2021
- Created and implemented new policies and procedures needed in starting up Ketamine Infusion Therapy services
- Manage scheduling, timecards and continuing education daily for 50 direct employees under the above services
- Directly in charge of hiring, coaching, training, evaluating job performance and clinical competencies and administering disciplinary actions as appropriate
- Managed departmental budget effectively, identifying cost-saving opportunities while maintaining high-quality care delivery.
Charge Registered Nurse (Medical Surgical, Operating Room & Psych Units)
College Hospital
03.2016 - 10.2017
LVN (Medical Surgical, Operating Room & Psych Units)
College Hospital
03.2010 - 03.2016
Registered Nurse (Addiction Medicine)
Kaiser Permanente
04.2017 - 10.2017
- 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.
Registered Nurse (Chemical Dependency Unit)
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
03.2016 - 04.2017
- Demonstrated competence and sensitivity in caring for multicultural patients/families based on cultural needs identified
- 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.
Circulating OR Nurse (Surgical Center)
Physicians Surgical Center
03.2016 - 10.2017
- Responsible for preparing patients for procedures, assisting the surgeon, sterilizing instruments and equipment necessary for specific procedures scheduled for the day per surgeon
- Circulated in the OR, patient positioning using specialized equipment, prepared specimens obtained in surgery to be sent out, worked in the Recovery Unit to oversee the care of the patient throughout their whole procedure
- Anticipated potential needs in the operating room environment by maintaining an organized workspace and replenishing supplies as needed for efficient workflow.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Certification
- Registered Nurse, CA, 95086172
- ACLS/BLS
Timeline
Director of Medical and Surgical Services
College Hospital
01.2021 - Current
Nursing Manager (Medical Surgical & Operating Room)
College Hospital
10.2017 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse (Addiction Medicine)
Kaiser Permanente
04.2017 - 10.2017
Charge Registered Nurse (Medical Surgical, Operating Room & Psych Units)
College Hospital
03.2016 - 10.2017
Registered Nurse (Chemical Dependency Unit)
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
03.2016 - 04.2017
Circulating OR Nurse (Surgical Center)
Physicians Surgical Center
03.2016 - 10.2017
LVN (Medical Surgical, Operating Room & Psych Units)
College Hospital
03.2010 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
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