Adaptable nursing professional recognized for strong organizational skills and commitment to quality improvement. Experienced in developing training programs and implementing effective care plans, ready to leverage expertise to enhance patient care and team efficiency.
Work History
Director of Nursing Services
5 Months
Majestic Perrysburg | 03.2026 - Current
Managed nursing team to uphold compliance with established healthcare regulations and standards. Executed compliance measures with state regulations, resulting in successful outcomes during re-survey visits.
Created and enforced comprehensive patient care protocols to elevate service quality and maintain safety compliance.
Developed and implemented scheduling strategies to optimize staff coverage and maintain high-quality care levels.
Facilitated performance evaluations aimed at identifying training needs to optimize team productivity.
Planned and assigned workload to [Number]-person nursing staff to direct patient care.
Oversaw nursing activities related to patient sick calls and treatment protocols. Collaborated with doctors to facilitate effective patient sick call evaluations.
Assessed and treated patients in urgent medical scenarios, prioritizing immediate care and stabilization. Conducted regular assessments of vital signs and EKGs to maintain comprehensive records of inmate health fluctuations.
Facilitated collaboration among interdisciplinary teams to effectively manage complex medical needs and apply individualized care plans that address specific patient needs.
Managed coordination of patient discharges to enhance continuity of care during transitions to other facilities. Delivered educational sessions on health maintenance and disease prevention to inmate populations.
Interim DON, ADON, Staff Development
7 Months
Orchard Villa | 05.2022 - 12.2022
Managed daily operational activities to uphold standards of resident care and ensure compliance with health regulations.
Developed staff in service training programs to enhance team performance and improve patient outcomes.
Implemented new electronic health record systems, streamlining documentation processes and enhancing accuracy.
Oversaw care plan implementation to ensure alignment with individualized resident needs and preferences.
Developed and implemented training programs to ensure TNAs achieve state certification. Conducted interviews with potential new hires to assess qualifications and cultural fit.
Nurse Unit Manager
6 Months
Divine Healthcare | 09.2021 - 03.2022
Developed and implemented care plans tailored to individual patient needs, enhancing overall treatment outcomes.
Supervised daily operations of nursing unit, ensuring adherence to best practices and patient safety standards.
Led quality improvement initiatives, focusing on reducing patient wait times and enhancing service delivery.
Coordinated staff schedules and allocations, optimizing resource utilization across the nursing team.
Audited medical records and verified completion of clinical documentation.
Education
Associate of Science - Informational Technology
University of Phoenix | Tempe, AZ | 10-2011
Diploma - Nursing
Athena | Toledo, OH | 09-2020
Skills
Clinical leadership
Nursing management
Team leadership
EMR software
Nurse training
Infection prevention
Team collaboration
Effective multitasking
Critical thinking
Crisis management
Organizational skills
Disease control
Certification
BLS {AHA}
Wound care {VORHA}
Timeline
Director of Nursing Services
Majestic Perrysburg
03.2026 - CurrentRead More
Correctional Nurse
Toledo Correctional Institution
04.2023 - 04.2026Read More
Interim DON, ADON, Staff Development
Orchard Villa
05.2022 - 12.2022Read More
Nurse Unit Manager
Divine Healthcare
09.2021 - 03.2022Read More
Athena
Diploma from Nursing
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University of Phoenix
Associate of Science from Informational Technology