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Susan Whittington

Easley,United States

Summary

Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience at Prisma Health Upstate, excelling in patient care coordination and staff mentorship. Proven organizational expertise and scheduling coordination skills enhance operational efficiency. Recognized for fostering a supportive environment while implementing safety protocols, leading to improved patient outcomes and team performance.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Administrator on Duty

Prisma Health Upstate
02.1997 - Current

Coordinated hospital activities as night shift administrator.

Support healthcare professionals in delivering patient services.

Maintained sufficient personnel levels in medical units.

Coordinated patient placement across various hospital departments.

Mediated conflicts to maintain a positive healthcare environment.

Charge Nurse

Prisma Health Upstate
02.1997 - Current
  • Guided new nurses in mastering techniques, adhering to care standards, following operational procedures, and implementing safety protocols.
  • Managed nursing care by organizing staff assignments and collaborating with physicians.
  • Led daily shift briefings to update staff on patient care assignment changes.
  • Cultivated a nurturing and professional atmosphere for junior nurses.

Staff RN

Prisma Health Upstate
02.1997 - Current
  • Applied critical thinking to swiftly address urgent issues in high-pressure environments.
  • Monitored health indicators to recognize and address patient condition shifts efficiently.
  • Enhanced skills and confidence of new nurses through best practices.
  • Engaged in quality improvement projects aimed at optimizing patient outcomes.

Charge Nurse

Prisma Health Upstate
02.1997 - Current
  • 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.
  • Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.

School Nurse

Greenville County School District-Brooke Glenn Ele
12.2003 - 12.2004
  • Facilitated student health management by administering medication as directed by physicians.
  • Facilitated healthcare plan development for students requiring special assistance.
  • Ensured school population adhered to immunization requirements to prevent disease.
  • Facilitated communication among families, school staff, and healthcare providers for student support.
  • Adapted care plans to ensure optimal wellness levels for students.
  • Monitored health conditions to ensure safety of school community.
  • Optimized documentation procedures to maintain precise student health records.
  • Oversaw health services for school of Number students and faculty.
  • Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
  • Delivered comprehensive health education to faculty and staff, including first aid and CPR.
  • Advocated for student health and wellness to foster a positive school culture.

Correctional Corporal-Training

Greenville County Detention Center
04.1990 - 06.1992
  • Ensured a respectful and inclusive atmosphere through immediate response to discrimination and harassment.
  • Swiftly identified inmate health concerns, facilitating necessary treatment arrangements with on-site medical staff.
  • Facilitated continuous professional growth through engagement in relevant training opportunities.
  • Addressed identified vulnerabilities promptly to maintain security.
  • Supported disciplinary processes through evidence submission regarding infractions.
  • Accurately classified inmates, ensuring appropriate housing assignments.
  • Created a secure atmosphere for inmates, staff, and visitors through vigilant oversight.
  • Maintained order among inmates by managing daily operations and ensuring procedural compliance.
  • Promoted transparent communication between inmates and external parties, upholding confidentiality protocols.
  • Delivered prompt assistance during emergencies, ensuring quick resolution.
  • Optimized inmate management tasks by improving record-keeping efficiency.
  • Proactively identified and resolved potential conflicts to decrease facility violence.
  • Carried out extensive examinations of inmates and their environments to deter contraband presence.
  • Fostered teamwork among correctional officers to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Educated correctional staff on safe restraint techniques, enhancing safety for both personnel and inmates.

Meat Wrapper

Bi-Lo Grocery Store
06.1980 - 04.1990
  • Enhanced team coordination to maintain efficient operations in peak times.
  • Delivered timely and precise meat wrapping services to boost customer satisfaction.
  • Ensured consistent sales by replenishing cases during shifts.
  • Organized shelves and display cases efficiently.
  • Ensured display cases contained only items meeting quality criteria.
  • Collaborated with management on inventory audits, contributing to reliable records for purchasing.
  • Rotated stock regularly to ensure optimal freshness.
  • Enhanced sales by presenting diverse meat cuts attractively.
  • Labeled meat products for retail display.

Education

Master - Nursing Leadership And Management

University of South Carolina, Upstate
Spartanburg, SC
08.2023

Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing

University of South Carolina -Spartanburg
Spartanburg, SC
08.2004

Nursing-ADN - Nursing

Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC
08.2001

Diploma-LPN - Nursing

Spartanburg Technical College
Spartanburg, SC
08.1984

Skills

  • Document preparation
  • Scheduling coordination
  • Organizational expertise
  • Professional networking

Certification

BLS

ACLS

Timeline

School Nurse

Greenville County School District-Brooke Glenn Ele
12.2003 - 12.2004

Administrator on Duty

Prisma Health Upstate
02.1997 - Current

Charge Nurse

Prisma Health Upstate
02.1997 - Current

Staff RN

Prisma Health Upstate
02.1997 - Current

Charge Nurse

Prisma Health Upstate
02.1997 - Current

Correctional Corporal-Training

Greenville County Detention Center
04.1990 - 06.1992

Meat Wrapper

Bi-Lo Grocery Store
06.1980 - 04.1990

Master - Nursing Leadership And Management

University of South Carolina, Upstate

Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing

University of South Carolina -Spartanburg

Nursing-ADN - Nursing

Greenville Technical College

Diploma-LPN - Nursing

Spartanburg Technical College