Tina George
Texarkana,AR
Summary
Accomplished Nursing House Supervisor at Wadley Regional Medical Center, adept in nursing assessment and customer service. Excelled in mentoring staff, enhancing patient care through multidisciplinary collaboration, and streamlining operations. Demonstrated adaptability and conflict resolution, contributing to a 20% improvement in patient satisfaction. Certified in CPR/AED, embodying professionalism and reliability.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing House Supervisor
Wadley Regional Medical Center
09.2022 - Current
- Served as a liaison between hospital administration and nursing staff, advocating for improvements that positively impacted patient care delivery.
- Exemplified strong leadership skills by serving as a mentor for new nursing staff members, providing guidance and support throughout their onboarding process.
- Promoted a safe working environment for nursing staff by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines.
- Streamlined communication between departments for better patient care and timely treatment.
- Maintained strong knowledge of current industry trends and best practices, attending professional development workshops regularly.
- Established an open-door policy for staff members, fostering a supportive work environment where issues were promptly addressed.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in nursing procedures, leading to improved patient outcomes.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, addressing concerns and providing updates on their loved ones'' conditions.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
Registered Nurse
Wadley Regional Medical Center
05.1993 - 09.2022
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- 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.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Dietary Associate
Wadley Regional Medical Center
12.1990 - 05.1993
- Maintained accurate records of patient dietary preferences, allergies, and nutritional needs to ensure optimal care and meal planning.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in food preparation areas, adhering to strict sanitation standards and guidelines.
- Collaborated with dietitians to develop specialized menus for patients with specific dietary restrictions or allergies.
- Ensured timely delivery of meals to patients, maintaining a high level of customer service and satisfaction.
- Supported departmental goals for continuous improvement by actively participating in quality assurance initiatives, audits, and inspections.
- Provided support to fellow team members, fostering a positive work environment focused on collaboration and efficiency.
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
- Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
- Maintained strict levels of cleanliness for tables, floors, and prep areas.
- Delivered nourishment and supplements to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
- Monitored food safety and sanitation standards in food service areas.
- Safeguarded against cross-contamination by diligently following food handling protocols and allergen awareness procedures in the kitchen.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Texarkana College
Texarkana, TX05-1993
Skills
- Nursing assessment
- Customer Service
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Training and mentoring
- Conflict Resolution
- Professionalism
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Timeline
Nursing House Supervisor
Wadley Regional Medical Center
09.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Wadley Regional Medical Center
05.1993 - 09.2022
Dietary Associate
Wadley Regional Medical Center
12.1990 - 05.1993
- CPR/AED Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Associate of Science - Nursing
Texarkana College
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