Hi, I’m
Tina Linton
Registered Nurse
Mineral Wells,TX
Summary
Healthcare Nursing Administrator with proven to deliver exemplary level of healthcare service delivery to patients. Coordinate admission and discharge of patients. Plan and implement strategies for developing improved health care management. Proven problem solver and excellent communicator. Strong organizational skills, superb understanding of data collection and performance metrics. Recognized for staff development leading to high performing teams.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
Work History
LoyalSource Government Services
Contract Director of Nursing
09.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Started in Feb. 2023 Pecos, TX as Contract DON - camp was placed on warm status and moved into another contract for same company.
- In coordination with CMO provide oversight for medical services for ORR (Office of Refugee Resettlement) Emergency Influx Camp for unaccompanied minor children’s (UAC) camp in coordination with CBP
- With variable staffing matrix of providers and clinicians (ranging matrix of 75 to 200 staff members) with bed capacity up to 2000
- Providing emergency intake services, initial medical examinations with lab, vaccines, and imaging services
- In addition, oversight of onsite pharmacy, med pass, medical clinic and EMT services.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
LoyalSource Government Services
Contract Patient Safety and Risk Manager
04.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Oversight of 23 MDE clinics in VA MDE Contract by providing Patient Safety and Risk Management oversight for operational efficiency.
- Provided onsite visits to ensure training, competency of staff at each facility in coordination with Quality Team, Clinic Managers and other LoyalSource team champions.
- Redesigned orientation and competency for clinic staff to ensure compliance with each state board and to ensure overall onboarding was effective for operational goals.
- Conducted regular audits of existing policies and procedures, ensuring their continued effectiveness in addressing organizational goals related to mitigating risks.
Palo Pinto General Hospital
Chief Nursing Officer
02.2022 - 12.2022
Job overview
- PPGH 74-bed rural hospital that provides regional coverage for many underserved areas
- Team performed FMEA for throughput to improve waiting times, instituted bedside shift report with rounding to proudly improve HCAHPS by 70% in key areas – nursing communication, responsiveness
- Multi-disciplinary team effort engaged in drastic regulatory compliance efforts to achieve excellent Joint Commission survey in less than 6 months.
- Facilitated extensive efforts of improvement for Women's Services to achieve Level 1 Maternal Designation by State of Texas.
- Designed and implemented standards of care for nursing and patient care.
- Coordinated patient care services and managed clinical cost control.
- Developed and implemented new nursing protocols to improve patient outcomes while minimizing medical errors.
- Recruited new professional staff members and implemented comprehensive training programs.
- Evaluated clinical performance data to identify areas for improvement and develop targeted action plans.
- Enhanced staff development through comprehensive training programs and mentorship initiatives.
- Developed strategic plans for nursing services, aligning with organizational goals and objectives.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements through regular audits, policy updates, and ongoing education for staff members.
Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital
Administrative Director of Nursing
06.2020 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Strategically worked interdisciplinary to improve many policies, processes, employee engagement and patient satisfaction.
- Led, directed, managed and mentored 7 administrative staff members as direct reports with approximately 150 clinical staff.
- Led extensive efforts during COVID-19 for Critical Care Services for 6 months then willingly accepted new challenges by providing leadership for Behavioral Health Unit, House Supervisors, Float Pool and Special Projects.
- Coordinated cross-functional team projects, ensuring timely completion and successful outcomes for extensive Throughput Measures by decreasing ER wait times by over 50% and facilitated new Bed Tracking system to help coordinate efforts for Regional Transfer Center.
- Developed strong relationships with internal stakeholders, fostering collaboration across departments.
- Directed daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow and effective resource allocation.
Huntsville Memorial Hospital
Director of Inpatient Nursing
07.2019 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Responsible for planning, implementing and evaluation of clinical care for Medical/ Surgical, ICU, IMU, Acute Rehab and Correctional Care (offender population) units
- Also, oversight of hemodialysis contract vendor
- Managed 150-170 employees at any given time in multiple disciplines for six units totaling 92 beds.
- Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
- Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
AdventHealth Sebring
Interim Director of Nursing
01.2019 - 05.2019
Job overview
- Led extensive efforts that immediately improved productivity, efficiency, and quality of care as interim director
- Managed 120–150 full-time employees at any given time, which included employees in various disciplines working in two units totaling 67 beds.
- Spearheaded Virtual Care Pilot program to foster improved utilization and efficiency that helped AdventHealth Corporate initiate system wide utilization of virtual care.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
CHI St. Joseph Regional
Administrative Supervisor
07.2017 - 12.2018
Job overview
- Directed daily clinical nursing practices and administrative activities, with focus on optimal patient care.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion by maintaining confidentiality in accordance with company guidelines.
- Provided support during periods of high workload by stepping in to assist with various administrative tasks as needed.
- Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
- Updated daily operational reports for executive and hospital leadership awareness and data management. .
Memorial Hermann
Operations Administrator
07.2016 - 04.2018
Job overview
- Expertly facilitated cross-functional collaboration and optimal operational efficiency among hospital departments by providing administrative support, promoting adherence to bylaws and procedures, and solving problems quickly.
- Served as administrative liaison between employees and upper management, addressing concerns promptly to maintain positive work environment.
- Consistently met deadlines under high-pressure situations demonstrating strong multitasking abilities.
- Collaborated with various teams to develop cross-functional solutions for operational challenges.
Methodist Hospital
Director of Nurses
03.2015 - 04.2016
Job overview
- Managed and directed daily efforts of 60–70 staff members in Cardiac Telemetry and heart transplant program
- Ensured employees provided optimal patient care to wide variety of patients, while simultaneously aiming to ensure satisfaction of employees.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular training, evaluations, and constructive feedback sessions.
- Mentored junior nurses through one-on-one coaching sessions, fostering professional development and growth.
- Advocated on behalf of both patients and staff at board meetings to influence policy decisions impacting nursing department''s operations.
- Spearheaded recruitment efforts to attract top-tier talent for nursing department, enhancing overall staff capabilities. Decreased agency utilization by 67% and turnover rate by over 50%.
- Improved Unit HCAPS through Servant and transformation leadership and scores improved in all categories from 12-19% percentile to over 90% percentile in 6 months.
College Station Medical Center
Director of Nursing Acute Care
08.2012 - 03.2015
Job overview
- Led daily efforts to manage staffing, payroll, budgets, purchasing, policy and procedure preparation, staff orientation, and redesigned annual educational efforts for hospital and improved compliance to 99%.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
Education
Texas A&M University – CommerceCommerce, TX
Master of Business Administration
08.2014
Baptist Memorial School of Health SciencesMemphis
Diploma of Nursing
Mississippi CollegeClinton, MS
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
05.2006
Skills
- Regulatory Preparation & Quality Compliance
- Team Leadership & Staff Training
- Strategic Planning and Implementation
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Operational Efficiency & Management
- Patient Care & Policy Management
- Nurse Education and Training
- Quality Improvement
- Staff recruitment and retention
- Healthcare Regulations Compliance
- Clinical Operations Management
- Behavioral Health
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Degrees
- MBA
- BSN
- RN
Timeline
Contract Director of Nursing
LoyalSource Government Services
09.2023 - Current
Contract Patient Safety and Risk Manager
LoyalSource Government Services
04.2023 - Current
Chief Nursing Officer
Palo Pinto General Hospital
02.2022 - 12.2022
Administrative Director of Nursing
Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital
06.2020 - 01.2022
Director of Inpatient Nursing
Huntsville Memorial Hospital
07.2019 - 03.2020
Interim Director of Nursing
AdventHealth Sebring
01.2019 - 05.2019
Administrative Supervisor
CHI St. Joseph Regional
07.2017 - 12.2018
Operations Administrator
Memorial Hermann
07.2016 - 04.2018
Director of Nurses
Methodist Hospital
03.2015 - 04.2016
Director of Nursing Acute Care
College Station Medical Center
08.2012 - 03.2015
Texas A&M University – Commerce
Master of Business Administration
Baptist Memorial School of Health Sciences
Diploma of Nursing
Mississippi College
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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