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Suzanne Wingate
Kihei,HI
Summary
Hardworking nursing professional bringing 20+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to all types of acute care patients. Knowledgeable about cardiovascular care requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs. Lifelong learner who will pursue a DNP following MSN completion.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse
Maui Memorial Hospital
12.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
Clinical Team Leader
Carondelet Saint Mary's Hospital
11.2007 - 11.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and maintaining interdisciplinary communication.
- Enhanced team efficiency by providing regular training, feedback, and support to clinical staff members.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates with thorough discharge planning and effective coordination of care.
- Streamlined patient flow by optimizing clinic schedules and resource allocation.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and standardize care processes across the team.
- Mentored new team members, fostering a supportive environment conducive to professional growth.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans, resulting in improved patient adherence and health outcomes.
- Conducted performance evaluations for clinical staff, identifying areas for improvement and facilitating professional development opportunities.
- Spearheaded recruitment efforts for the clinical team, attracting top talent and promoting diversity within the workforce.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary team meetings to address complex cases, fostering collaboration among healthcare professionals towards shared goals.
- Championed a culture of continuous learning within the clinical team by organizing educational workshops and seminars on emerging healthcare trends.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Aspen University
Denver, CO06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Aspen University
Denver, CO05.2021
Skills
- Health Promotion
- Direct Patient Care
- Infection Control Measures
- Medication and IV Administration
- Diabetes Management
- Quality Improvement
- Disease Prevention
- Patient Counseling
- Patient Safety
- Organizational Skills
- Nursing Process
- Patient Assessment
- Ethical Practice
- Critical Thinking
- Stress Management
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Pain Management
- Cultural Competence
- Patient Advocacy
- Cardiac Nursing
- Documentation
- Care Coordination
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Diet and Nutrition
- Cardiac Monitors
Accomplishments
DAISY Award nominee
Congressional Award for Nursing Care
Countless recognition cards from patients, families, co-workers, supervisors, and adminstration
Certification
Medsurg Certified
PCCN Certified
ONS Certified
Hawaii and Arizona RN Licenses
Affiliations
- Strong Catholic faith , SCUBA Diving, kayaking, beach volleyball, snorkeling, surfing other exercise, nutrition, reading, enjoying my family, and spending time with my husband
Software
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Maui Memorial Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Clinical Team Leader
Carondelet Saint Mary's Hospital
11.2007 - 11.2023
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Aspen University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Aspen University
Medsurg Certified
PCCN Certified
ONS Certified
Hawaii and Arizona RN Licenses
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