Samantha Evans
Jeffersonville,IN
Summary
Seasoned Nurse Manager known for strong leadership skills and patient-focused care. Experience includes managing nursing staff, coordinating with medical professionals, and ensuring high standards of healthcare services. Strengths lie in strategic planning, team building, and policy implementation. Made significant improvements in patient satisfaction and operational efficiency in previous roles.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Manager
Pavilion Operating Room - Norton Hospital
Louisville, KY
02.2024 - Current
- Conducted interviews with prospective candidates for positions within the OR department.
- Monitored budgeting activities for supplies, equipment, and personnel expenses related to the OR department.
- Evaluates nursing and surgical technologist performance, and provides constructive feedback for improvement.
- Monitors compliance with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards.
- Reviewed charts for accuracy to reduce errors and verify completion of updates.
- Analyzed data trends from patient records to identify areas where improvements can be made.
- Implemented strategies aimed at reducing costs while maintaining quality of service delivery.
- Prepared reports outlining performance metrics of the OR unit including infection rates, patient satisfaction scores.
Assistant Nurse Manager
Pavilion Operating Room - Norton Hospital
Louisville, KY
01.2022 - 02.2024
- Coordinated staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage and support.
- Monitored daily operations of the nursing department, including budgeting, scheduling, and policy implementation.
- Facilitated communication between surgical teams and nursing staff.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies for the operating room.
- Assisted in developing policies for improved workflow efficiency.
- Evaluated nursing practices, and provided feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with physicians, administrators, and other healthcare personnel to provide comprehensive patient care services.
- Reviewed medical charts for accuracy and completeness according to established standards.
Registered Nurse
Pavilion Operating Room - Norton Hospital
Louisville, KY
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Collaborated with surgeons and anesthesiologists to ensure smooth workflow in the operating room.
- Maintained a sterile environment in the operating room by adhering to aseptic techniques.
- Educated patients and families about post-operative care and recovery protocols.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information and surgical procedures in electronic systems.
- Ensured appropriate positioning of patients on operating table prior to surgery.
- Assisted with preparation of supplies, instruments and equipment for surgical procedures as necessary.
- Trained new nursing staff on operating room protocols and safety measures.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and infection control standards in the operating environment.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care practices in the OR.
Education
Accelerated Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bellarmine University
Louisville05.2019
Skills
- Surgical procedure management
- Regulatory compliance
- Budget management
- Performance evaluation
- Data analysis
- Staff coordination
- Policy implementation
- Quality improvement
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Performance improvement
Leadership And Involvement
- Aspiring Leader Program Chair
- Retention, Engagement, Support and Trust Employee Engagement Committee Chair
- Nurse Manager Preceptor and Mentor
Timeline
Nurse Manager
Pavilion Operating Room - Norton Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Assistant Nurse Manager
Pavilion Operating Room - Norton Hospital
01.2022 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse
Pavilion Operating Room - Norton Hospital
06.2021 - 01.2022
Accelerated Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bellarmine University