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Sandra Fox

Antioch,TN

Summary

Compassionate Clinical Nurse Leader with a proven track record in patient advocacy, interprofessional collaboration, and evidence-based practice. Dedicated to enhancing patient safety and improving clinical outcomes through effective care coordination.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Nurse Leader

Department Of Veteran Affairs Medical Center
01.2017 - 04.2023
  • Assisted in patient assessments and monitored vital signs for optimal care delivery.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care plans effectively.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient safety and improve outcomes.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives to streamline clinical workflows.

Nurse Manager

Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center
09.2006 - 05.2016
  • Oversaw nursing staff, ensuring high standards of patient care and compliance with regulations.
  • Developed and implemented training programs to enhance team performance and professional development.
  • Managed operational budgets, optimizing resource allocation for improved departmental efficiency.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to streamline patient care processes and improve outcomes.
  • Led quality assurance initiatives, resulting in higher adherence to clinical protocols and safety standards.
  • Coordinated staff scheduling, balancing workload distribution while maintaining staffing ratios for optimal care delivery.
  • Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
  • Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.

Stay at Home Mom.

Self-employeed
03.1989 - 09.2006

Raised three children and also did some part-time jobs.

  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Education

Post-graduate Certification - Clinical Management

Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN
03-2012

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL
06-1981

Master of Science - Nursing Administration

University of California Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
06-1984

Skills

  • Interprofessional collaboration
  • Care coordination
  • Quality improvement
  • Clinical decision making
  • Evidence-based practice
  • Patient advocacy
  • Clinical quality improvement
  • Nursing procedure development
  • Compassionate care
  • Clinical assessment

Timeline

Clinical Nurse Leader

Department Of Veteran Affairs Medical Center
01.2017 - 04.2023

Nurse Manager

Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center
09.2006 - 05.2016

Stay at Home Mom.

Self-employeed
03.1989 - 09.2006

Post-graduate Certification - Clinical Management

Vanderbilt University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville

Master of Science - Nursing Administration

University of California Los Angeles