Simona Verneuil

• Communicated effectively with staff members, physicians, and patients, employing active listening and interpersonal skills.
• Regularly evaluated employee performance and provided feedback.
• Promoted high morale and staff retention through dynamic communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitation of positive work environment.
• Ensured compliance with regulatory guidelines and accreditation standards through consistent monitoring and implementation of corrective actions when needed.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the clinic by enforcing policies related to infection control, medication administration, and incident reporting procedures.
• Enhanced staff performance through regular training, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.
• Implemented onboarding for new employees, which enabled each to effectively learn tasks and job duties.
• Fostered a positive work culture by recognizing employee achievements and addressing any concerns proactively.
• Delegated tasks to staff members, monitored completion of all duties and provided support to enhance performance.
• Successfully managed clinic operations during periods of change or growth by adapting processes as needed.
• Oversaw overall operation of nursing services and patient care.
• Delivered effective onboarding and training to new and existing employees and cross-trained staff members in other job roles to maximize coverage.
• Contributed to successful accreditation reviews with thorough preparation efforts focused on documentation completeness.
• Worked with nurse manager to develop nursing staff through education, evaluation, performance management, and competency improvement.
• Communicated with patients, asked appropriate questions, and employed active listening to determine best care.
• Managed budgets and allocated resources effectively to ensure sufficient staffing levels and the availability of necessary equipment and supplies.
• Collaborated with other departments to coordinate seamless patient care across various medical specialties.
• Identified opportunities to improve clinical practices, devised strategies and implemented plans to increase patient care standards and enhance operational procedures.
• Provide ongoing case management to patients to implement appropriate treatment plan, adhere to quality models and maximize utilization of services needed to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Facilitate hiring of qualified clinical personnel by interview applicants and making recommendations for employment.
• Managed 20 employees with various personalities and from different cultures.
• Reduced hospital readmission rates by prioritizing discharge planning and effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
• Implemented new policies and educated staff on changes.
• Handled job duties for staff members which were unavailable or out of office.
• Managed daily operations of 20-person clinic supporting approximately 60 patients per week.
• Developed interdisciplinary care plans with input from physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare providers for optimal patient results.
• Oversaw hiring, onboarding, and evaluation of nursing staff, contributing to a high-performing team environment.
• Created work and dialysis schedules for 20 employees and patients respectively
• Implemented quality improvement initiatives that led to measurable improvements in patient satisfaction scores.
• Streamlined clinic operations for increased efficiency by optimizing patient flow and appointment scheduling processes.
• Selected, promoted and terminated staff members.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices to inform ongoing improvements in clinical management strategies.
• Conducted comprehensive audits of clinical practices, identifying areas for quality improvement.
• Led transition to telehealth services, ensuring uninterrupted patient care during challenging times.
• Improved staff morale and retention by initiating recognition programs and professional development opportunities.
• Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to streamline patient care plans, improving overall treatment outcomes.
• Reduced patient wait times by optimizing clinic scheduling procedures.
• Oversaw compliance with healthcare regulations and standards, maintaining full accreditation status.
• Fostered culture of continuous improvement, leading to more effective patient care strategies.
• Maintained compliance with protocols covering patient care and clinical operations.
• Reviewed referral information and kept track of intakes from various referral sources.
• Gathered, processed, and shipped lab specimens.

• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
• Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
• Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
• Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
• Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
• Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
• Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
• Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
• Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
• Evaluated the effectiveness of care plans regularly, making adjustments as needed based on individual patient needs and progress toward goals.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
• Led initiatives for continuous improvement in quality measures, resulting in better patient outcomes.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administration and follow-up care.

• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
• Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
• Participated in regular staff meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and foster collaboration among team members.
• Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
• Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.

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