Susan Mengali, RN
dublin
Summary
Dynamic Clinical Nurse Leader with Ohiohealth, skilled in interprofessional collaboration and clinical assessment. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through compassionate care and evidence-based practices. Adept at mentoring staff and optimizing workflows, ensuring high-quality care in fast-paced environments. Committed to fostering inclusive and respectful patient and co-worker relationships.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse Leader
Ohiohealth
05.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to identify healthcare needs and prioritize interventions.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting care strategies based on clinical outcomes and feedback.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment options.
- Educating nurses on safe nursing practices.
- Leading a 20-bed unit every shift.
- Focusing on safe patient care, by working with the bedside nurse, assessing patients and reviewing important chart information.
- Writes schedule for 60 staff members.
Charge Nurse
Ohiohealth
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and compliance with safety protocols.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to optimize workflow efficiency within the unit.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes and improve nursing procedures.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and enhancing team collaboration.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
Ohiohealth
06.2022 - 11.2023
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, enhancing recovery and compliance.
- Assessed patient conditions, identifying changes that required immediate intervention or adjustment of care plans.
- Recognized and reported changes in patients'' conditions promptly, initiating appropriate interventions or escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Provided wound care management for a diverse range of surgical incisions, pressure ulcers, burns, or other wounds requiring skilled interventions.
- Demonstrated strong critical thinking skills in assessing patients'' conditions quickly and accurately, initiating appropriate interventions when needed.
- Established rapport with patients and families through effective communication and active listening skills, fostering trust and mutual respect during the healing process.
Cake Decorator
Giant Eagle
02.2008 - 06.2022
- Designed and decorated custom cakes for various occasions, ensuring alignment with customer specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline decorating processes, enhancing overall efficiency in production.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to adhere to safety and sanitation standards.
- Trained and mentored junior decorators on techniques, tools, and best practices in cake decoration.
- Adapted quickly to new tools or technology used in cake decoration processes, staying current with industry advancements and trends.
- Managed schedule for the bakery department.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT03-2027
Associate of Applied Science - ADN
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, Ohio, OH12-2021
Skills
- Basic life support- American Red Cross CPR
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Compassionate care
- Clinical assessment
- Punctual/excellent attendance
- Friendly/Approachable
- Fortitude
- Respectful/Inclusive
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Leader
Ohiohealth
05.2024 - Current
Charge Nurse
Ohiohealth
11.2023 - 05.2024
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
Ohiohealth
06.2022 - 11.2023
Cake Decorator
Giant Eagle
02.2008 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Western Governors University
Associate of Applied Science - ADN
Columbus State Community College