Hi, I’m
Tracy Meadows
Bloomington,IN
Summary
Dynamic Nurse Manager with a proven track record at Majestic Care of Bedford, excelling in quality improvement and staff leadership. Expert in crisis intervention and patient advocacy, I successfully implemented safety protocols that enhanced patient outcomes and fostered a culture of continuous professional development among nursing staff.
Professional with strong background in nursing leadership, focused on delivering high-quality patient care and operational efficiency. Expertise in team collaboration, staff development, and resource management. Known for adaptability and achieving results in dynamic healthcare settings. Proficient in clinical skills, patient advocacy, and regulatory compliance.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Majestic Care of Bedford
Nurse Manager
02.2025 - 07.2025
Job overview
- Supported management of daily nursing operations to uphold patient care standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to deliver quality patient services and improve care plans.
- Supported staff scheduling and resource allocation to optimize nursing workflows.
- Participated in implementing safety protocols and procedures to enhance patient outcomes.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on best practices and organizational policies.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient needs to inform care strategies effectively.
- Engaged in continuous learning of healthcare regulations and compliance requirements.
- Contributed to maintaining accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and ethical considerations in all aspects of care delivery.
- Coordinated staffing resources during times of high patient acuity or census fluctuations to maintain optimal nurse-to-patient ratios.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Bell Trace Health and Living
Nurse Manager
10.2021 - 02.2025
Job overview
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the department, conducting regular risk assessments and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
- Monitored clinical outcomes closely, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Established strong relationships with patients'' families, providing support and education throughout the treatment process.
- Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
SOS Staffing
LPN Field Nurse
08.2017 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Administered medications and treatments according to established care plans.
- Assessed patient conditions, documenting changes in health status accurately.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective patient care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health maintenance and disease prevention practices.
- Monitored vital signs and reported critical changes to healthcare providers promptly.
- Assisted in coordinating follow-up care, ensuring continuity of services for patients post-discharge.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
- Coordinated with physicians to implement prescribed treatment plans, ensuring consistency in patient care delivery.
- Managed complex wound care for improved healing rates and reduced infection risk.
- Provided exceptional patient care by meeting physical, psychological, and overall care requirements to support daily living needs and independence.
- Assessed patients by observing and recording vital signs, gathering specimens and reviewing lab test results.
- Completed thorough assessments to identify changes in patients'' condition, implementing appropriate interventions as needed.
Indianapolis Health and Living
ADON
07.2016 - 07.2017
Job overview
- Coordinated daily nursing operations, ensuring efficient patient care and compliance with healthcare standards.
- Assisted in staff scheduling, optimizing resource allocation to enhance team performance and service delivery.
- Monitored patient outcomes, implementing corrective actions to improve care quality and safety protocols.
- Developed training materials for nursing staff, fostering professional development and adherence to best practices.
Education
Ivy Tech Community College of IndianaIndianapolis, IN
from Liberal Arts
05.2010
Ivy Tech Community College of IndianaIndianapolis, IN
LPN from Nursing
12.1995
Skills
- Staff supervision
- Quality improvement
- Critical thinking
- Department management
- Staff leadership
- Hiring and terminations
- Clinical supervision
- Patient education and advocacy
- Conflict management
- Direct patient care
- Performance improvement
- Staff coaching and mentoring
- Emergency response
- Strong clinical judgment
- Task delegation
- Workload management
- Patient care
- Corrective action implementation
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Quality assurance
- Discharge planning
- Staff assignments
- Treatment Planning
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation CPR
- Crisis intervention
- Nursing assignments
- Electronic charting skills
- Decision-making
- Medication and IV administration
- Training staff
- Vitals monitoring
- Documentation
- Infection control
- Delegation and motivation
- Patient and family advocacy
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Patient condition monitoring
- Compassionate and caring
- Patient care assessment
- Unit oversight
- Patient examination
- Intravenous therapy
- Intake and discharge
- Wound care
Timeline
Nurse Manager
Majestic Care of Bedford
02.2025 - 07.2025
Nurse Manager
Bell Trace Health and Living
10.2021 - 02.2025
LPN Field Nurse
SOS Staffing
08.2017 - 01.2021
ADON
Indianapolis Health and Living
07.2016 - 07.2017
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
from Liberal Arts
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
LPN from Nursing
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