Sandra Bradshaw
Brandywine,MD
Summary
Proven leader in healthcare management, adept at fostering team collaboration and driving quality patient care at CommuniCare Health Services. Excelled in regulatory compliance and staff development, enhancing operational efficiency by 30%. Skilled in infection control and effective communication, I prioritize safety and continuous improvement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Unit Manager
CommuniCare Health Services
07.2023 - 03.2024
- Evaluated employee performance regularly for professional growth opportunities, accountability measures, and feedback-driven improvement strategies.
- Ensured compliance with regulations and standards through regular audits, staff education, and policy updates.
- Resolved conflicts among team members quickly to maintain a positive working environment conducive for continued excellence in patient care.
- Oversaw RNs, LPNs, nursing aides, medical clerks and support staff and performed staffing scheduling duties.
- Managed budgetary constraints through careful resource allocation, cost control measures, and fiscal responsibility practices.
- Addressed clinical issues promptly to reduce risks associated with patient care or operational inefficiencies in the unit.
- Developed strong working relationships with physicians, nurses, therapists, and ancillary staff for cohesive unit functioning.
Director of Nursing
Aùtumn Lake
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Planned and assigned workload to Number-person nursing staff to direct patient care.
Director of Nursing
CommuniCare Health Services
07.2020 - 03.2022
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and offering tailored professional development opportunities.
- Managed budgets effectively, identifying cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Mentored new nurses through orientation programs, facilitating their integration into the team and fostering their professional growth.
- Served as a liaison between nursing leadership, hospital administration, medical staff, allied health professionals, patients, families, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
- Conducted regular risk assessments within the department to identify areas of potential vulnerability and implement corrective actions where necessary.
- Implemented interdisciplinary rounding practices to streamline communication among healthcare providers involved in patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
Directo of Nursing
Genesis Healthcare System
04.2015 - 12.2019
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
Education
Associate In Electronics Engineering Technology - Nursing Administration
Chesapeake College
Wye Mills, MD06.2010
LPN - Nursing
Çhesapeake College
Wye Mills, MD06.2003
Skills
- Infection Control
- Expense Management
- Nurse scheduling
- Behavioral Management
- Medication monitoring
- Documentation Review
- Operations Management
- Quality Control
- Staff Training
- Safety enforcement
- Staff Scheduling
- Staff Development
- Policy Implementation
- Records Management
- Healthcare facility management
- Pain Control
- Report Preparation
- Supply Management
- Assignment Delegation
- Policy Development
- Regulatory Compliance
- Personnel Management
- Patient Advocacy
- CPR/AED
- Administrative Staff Supervision
- Patient Safety
- Patient Education
- Employee Recruitment and Hiring
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Patient Care Assessment
- Training and mentoring
Timeline
Unit Manager
CommuniCare Health Services
07.2023 - 03.2024
Director of Nursing
Aùtumn Lake
10.2022 - 07.2023
Director of Nursing
CommuniCare Health Services
07.2020 - 03.2022
Directo of Nursing
Genesis Healthcare System
04.2015 - 12.2019
Associate In Electronics Engineering Technology - Nursing Administration
Chesapeake College
LPN - Nursing
Çhesapeake College
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