Savannah Wood
Wewahitchka
Summary
Expert in critical thinking and clinical judgment, successfully enhancing nursing performance and patient outcomes. Committed to fostering collaboration and professional growth, while implementing evidence-based practices to elevate care standards. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Manager
Ascension Sacred Heart Bay
03.2023 - Current
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Monitored clinical outcomes closely, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Fostered open communication among nurses through regular team meetings, promoting collaboration and shared decisionmaking.
Transition to Practice Educator
Ascension Sacred Heart Bay
03.2017 - 03.2023
- Design and implementation of evidence-based residency curriculum, collaboration with human resources and senior leaders, and measuring organizational outcomes and program evaluation
- Create a safe and supportive environment while assisting the new graduate to navigate a multitude of potential situations, further ensuring their success through the transition process
- Performs weekly rounds in the clinical environment, connecting with the preceptor and nurse leader and/or meeting with the nurse resident in real time
- Assessment of new graduate learning needs, validation clinical competence, and promotion of professional growth opportunities
Registered Nurse
Gulf Coast Regional Medical Center, ICU
03.2015 - 05.2020
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Maintain continuous hemodynamic monitoring and support for all critically ill patients, with an overall goal in delivering this care to minimize morbidity and mortality as well as to facilitate optimal patient outcomes
Charge Nurse
Ascension Sacred Heart Bay
05.2008 - 02.2015
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- 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.
- Supervise care of a 15 bed CVICU, including RNs, CNA, and unit secretary
- Evaluate staffing requirements and floor assignments
- Respond to and supervise cardiac and respiratory arrest calls on floor
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
University of West Florida
Pensacola12-2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of West Florida
Pensacola12-2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Chipola College
Marianna, FL05-2007
High School Diploma -
A. Crawford Mosley High School
Panama City, FL05-2002
Skills
- Staff supervision
- Quality improvement
- Critical thinking
- Department management
- Staff leadership
- Direct patient care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Multitasking and organization
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse - April 2027
Timeline
Nurse Manager
Ascension Sacred Heart Bay
03.2023 - Current
Transition to Practice Educator
Ascension Sacred Heart Bay
03.2017 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse
Gulf Coast Regional Medical Center, ICU
03.2015 - 05.2020
Charge Nurse
Ascension Sacred Heart Bay
05.2008 - 02.2015
Master of Science - Nursing Education
University of West Florida
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of West Florida
Associate of Science - Nursing
Chipola College
High School Diploma -
A. Crawford Mosley High School
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