Compassionate charge nurse with expertise in patient care, staff training, and clinical decision-making. Committed to enhancing patient safety and satisfaction through effective care coordination and quality improvement initiatives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse
Cody Regional Health LTCC
Cody, WY
06.2020 - Current
Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to patient care standards and protocols.
Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to optimize workflow efficiency.
Implemented quality improvement initiatives, enhancing patient safety and satisfaction levels.
Mentored new nurses, fostering professional development and knowledge sharing within the team.
Evaluated patient conditions and adjusted care plans based on clinical assessments and feedback.
Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Charge Nurse
Retama Manor Nursing Center
Corpus Christi, TX
07.2020 - 05.2023
Developed and maintained effective communication channels with multidisciplinary teams for coordinated care.
Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
LPN Charge Nurse
Cody Regional Health
Cody, WY
12.2018 - 06.2020
Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care delivery.
Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance care coordination.
Developed and implemented patient care plans based on assessments.
CNA
Cody Regional Health LTCC
Cody, WY
09.2012 - 12.2018
Administered daily personal care and support to residents, enhancing comfort and well-being.
Collaborated with nursing staff to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions, ensuring timely responses to needs.
Trained new CNA staff on best practices and safety protocols, fostering a culture of compliance and care.