Tina Washington
Belleville,IL
Summary
Proven leader in healthcare management, adept at streamlining vaccine processes for SIHF Healthcare, enhancing team productivity and operational efficiency. Excelled in file organization and teamwork, significantly improving workflow and patient care. Skilled in Excel, Microsoft, EHR, and I-Care, demonstrating a strong blend of technical and interpersonal abilities.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Supervisor
SIHF Healthcare
O'Fallon, IL
03.2024 - Current
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Developed strong relationships with medical providers which facilitated improved collaboration between nurses and physicians resulted in more effective treatment strategies being implemented swiftly.
- Upheld high standards of nursing practice through continuous education on current trends, emerging challenges in healthcare delivery systems, best practices in leadership roles within the profession 14.
- Spearheaded initiatives aimed at enhancing employee engagement through team-building activities and open forums for dialogue among staff about concerns or suggestions for improvement.
- Served as a role model for nursing excellence, demonstrating exceptional clinical skills, critical thinking abilities, and compassionate patient care at all times.
- Championed the integration of new technology into daily workflows by leading demonstrations, troubleshooting issues as needed, and offering support during the transition phase.
- Optimized resource utilization by regularly assessing staffing needs and making appropriate adjustments according to census fluctuations and acuity levels.
- Trained, evaluated and coached clinical staff to improve performance.
- Streamlined nursing unit operations by effectively managing staff schedules, assignments, and workload distribution.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory standards through diligent monitoring and prompt resolution of identified issues.
- Navigated challenging situations involving patients'' families or interdepartmental conflicts with diplomacy and professionalism while maintaining focus on delivering optimal patient care outcomes.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
VFC Coordinator
SIHF Healthcare
O'Fallon, IL
06.2019 - Current
- Facilitated smooth handoffs between providers and staff by meticulously tracking vaccines records and addressing any issues that arose.
- Streamlined vaccine approval processes by implementing efficient workflows, resulting in a more productive.
- Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
- Proficient in ordering vaccines, monitoring temperatures and reviewing shot records.
- Facilitated temperatures excursion to Idph and vaccine manufacturer.
- Uploading temperatures and vaccines in I-care.
- Efficient in storage and handling vaccines.
- Counting vaccines and resolving discrepancies.
Registered Nurse
SIHF Healthcare
O'Fallon, IL
08.2008 - Current
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to the provider.
- Evaluated patient complaints and current symptoms.
- Performed telephone triage on patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Proficient in processing medication refills, prior authorizations and referrals
- Efficient in tracking labs, diagnostic testing and referrals.
- Efficient in paperwork completion.
Assistant VFC Coordinator
SHIF Healthcare
O'Fallon, IL
11.2016 - 06.2019
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Handled incoming and outgoing shipping and receiving vaccines.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL12.2023
Skills
- File Organization
- Deadline Management
- Tracking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Task Delegation
- Issue Resolution
- Administrative Functions
- Proficient in Excel, Microsoft ,EHR and I-Care
Certification
Storage and Handling Module 10 and 16.
Timeline
Nurse Supervisor
SIHF Healthcare
03.2024 - Current
VFC Coordinator
SIHF Healthcare
06.2019 - Current
Assistant VFC Coordinator
SHIF Healthcare
11.2016 - 06.2019
Registered Nurse
SIHF Healthcare
08.2008 - Current
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville