Schkenna Fulton

Director of Nursing Accomplished nursing director with 15+ years of success advancing standards of healthcare excellence as a clinical leader, unit supervisor, and nurse. Compassionate patient advocate dedicated to improving clinical outcomes by championing patient safety protocols, evidence-based practices, and new healthcare programs. Motivational leader with a talent for inspiring diverse clinical teams to exceed performance goals as a hands-on trainer, mentor, and coach. Articulate, engaging communicator highly skilled at building rapport with patients and their families, as well as CNAs, nurses, physicians, and administrators. Patient-focused Job offering Strong organizational, communication and multitasking abilities. Expertise in managing medical records, evaluating staff performance and developing continued care plans. Highly skilled and enthusiastic professional with managing operations in patient-centric medical offices. Successfully oversee human resources, budgeting, supply management and patient services. Develop and lead productive and efficient office staff. Contribute to high-volume medical practices by providing exceptional customer service.

• Registered Nurse, 9370582, Florida
• Practical Nurse, 5154429, Florida

• DOH, RN Vaccination Nurse, 01/2021, Present, Administer Covid Vaccines, Educate and monitor patients for side effects
• AYA Healthcare, Follow up RN, 10/2020, 01/2021, Monitor, test and draw blood for Covid Research Trial Vaccine subjects
• Favorite Healthcare Services, DOH Covid 19 Swab Nurse, 07/2020, 09/2020, Test patients for Covid 19, Educate on disease process, Call patient to report results
• Aramid Health Services, Senior Director of Nursing, 03/2019, 07/2020, Skilled-Nursing and Rehabilitation Facilities, Policy Development and Implementation, Budget Administration and Allocation, Medicare and Medicaid Requirements, Accreditation and Regulatory Compliance, Staffing, Training, and Team Building, Performance Analysis and Improvement, Care Coordination and Treatment Planning, Infection Control and Prevention Protocols, Health Information Management / HIPAA, Oversee clinical services in different healthcare settings and analysis for identifying solving healthcare and business challenges., Manage, evaluate, modify and improve programs, software and services to support healthcare., Lead teams in day to day implementation of compliance and standards of care procedures., Oversee administration of clinical departments and coordinate plans to evaluate and improve operations.
• OAKVIEW REHABILITATION CENTER, Assistant Director of Nursing, 2018, 03/2019, Promote the adoption of best practices across all units of a 120-bed facility offering 24-hour skilled-nursing care in close partnership with the Director of Nursing and senior leadership team., Ensure adequate staffing levels, allocate resources, and recommend operational strategies., Monitor team performance and coach staff in best practices., Strengthened patient relationships by personally reviewing care plans, resolving family inquiries, and modifying healthcare therapies as judged appropriate.
• CROSS CARE CENTER, Director of Nursing, 2018, 2018, Accepted a 6-month engagement to lead the clinical operations of a 120-bed skilled-nursing facility., Administered budgets, oversaw staffing, and administered in-services to ensure facility compliance with regulatory requirements., Assessed performance metrics in order to identify and address inefficiencies with corrective plans., Boosted clinical performance by implementing standards of nursing practice, operational plans, and patient care procedures.
• CONSULATE HEALTH CARE OF JACKSONVILLE, Director of Clinical Services, 2016, 2018, Orchestrated nursing activities within a 116-bed skilled-nursing center with a wide range of programs, including Alzheimer's and dementia care options., Translated the executive mission for resident care into actionable plans with clearly defined goals for all levels of staff., Maintained accountability for budgets, equipment, and resources., Sparked considerable gains in employee satisfaction and reduced operating costs by instituting new staffing protocols to decrease overtime., Achieved positive survey results by implementing a range of survey preparedness initiatives, as well as new skill development opportunities for nursing personnel.
• CONSULATE HEALTH CARE OF ORANGE PARK, Assistant Director of Clinical Services, 2014, 2016, Provided strategic direction and leadership to nursing programs within a 120-bed skilled-nursing facility providing a diverse patient population with 24-hour care., Completed chart audits and assisted staff in the management of complex cases., Enforced strict adherence to all internal policies, regulations, and standards of care., Encouraged performance improvement by leading in-services and targeted coaching sessions in key areas, such as infection control, medication management, and HIPAA compliance; improved participation by 50%., Reduced overtime by hiring Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) and fostered a positive, team-centered environment by implementing regular staff meetings.
• PALM GARDENS OF JACKSONVILLE, Wound Care Nurse, 2008, 2014, Advocated for the wellbeing of patients within a senior-care facility offering a wide range of rehabilitation and long-term care services., Conducted physical assessments, authored care plans, and assisted physicians with daily rounds., Administered specialized care to promote the healing of wounds and surgical sites, and applied dressings., Established the facility's first onsite wound care program in partnership with Dr. Bell and trained nurses in advanced wound care techniques.
• SAN JOSE NURSING AND ACUTE REHABILITATION CENTER, Nursing Supervisor, 2010, 2014, Empowered a blended team of Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and CNAs in the delivery of patient-centered care within a 120-bed skilled-nursing center., Created staff schedules, delegated nursing assignments, and led in-services., Administered performance reviews and disciplinary counseling, and served as a staff mentor., Minimized the return-to-hospital (RTH) rate by introducing a wide range of improvements, from patient care protocols to skill development programs.
• LIFE CARE CENTER OF HILLIARD, Unit Manager, 2006, 2008, Directed the daily operations of a medical unit within a senior-care facility offering full-spectrum healthcare services, including inpatient and outpatient programs., Supervised and trained clinical staff with a special focus on patient safety, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance., Prepared detailed documentation and clinical reports., Cut rate of patient falls by 75% and decreased RTH as a strong advocate for evidence-based practices, standardized processes, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Doctors Lake Healthcare Center, Charge Nurse / Unit Manager, Unknown, Unknown