Valerie Dunlap
Kent,Ohio
Summary
Proactive Clinical Coordinator excited to transition into a new position where superb leadership and clinical coordination abilities can be utilized. Adaptable with 12 years of experience in health care. Oversees a 75 bed level III NICU with 200+ nurses. Organized, loyal, and dependable professional successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Coordinator Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Akron Children’s Hospital
05.2016 - Current
- Optimized resource allocation by regularly monitoring clinic operations and adjusting staffing levels as needed.
- Managed complex patient cases, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized treatment plans.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering a culture of professional growth and continuous improvement within the clinical team.
- Supervised and managed daily activities of clinical team consisting of physicians, nurses, and support staff.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards and best practices through diligent oversight of clinical procedures, documentation, and staff training.
- Streamlined processes for increased efficiency in patient care delivery, reducing admission wait times and improving overall satisfaction.
- Championed a patient-centered approach by actively involving patients and their families in the care planning process.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication and coordination among healthcare team members.
- Worked closely with clinic administrators to maintain a safe, clean and well-organized environment in which patients could receive care.
- Mentored new clinical staff members for proper onboarding and orientation processes.
COVID Vaccination Support
CVS Health
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Administered COVID-19 vaccinations to residents in long term care facilities as well to those in community setting during COVID-19 pandemic
- Assisted in COVID testing for staff and students at Kent State University
- Worked with billing and insurance for vaccination reimbursement and approval.
- Assisted in coordinating vaccine distribution efforts, effectively allocating resources and managing supplies for optimal clinic performance.
- Continuously monitored vaccine supply levels and expiration dates, minimizing waste and optimizing resource utilization at vaccination clinics.
- Ensured proper vaccine storage and handling, maintaining efficacy of doses administered to patients.
- Developed effective strategies for managing clinic flow at high-volume vaccination sites while prioritizing patient care.
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Staff Nurse
Akron Children’s Hospital
10.2013 - 05.2016
- Used specialized knowledge, skill, and judgement to provide individualized care to critically ill neonates.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available to support care.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in the NICU.
- Developed strong rapport with patients' families, providing emotional support and reassurance during difficult times during their stay.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with advancements in NICU nursing practice.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of a family-centered care approach, fostering collaboration between healthcare providers and families.
- Promoted parent-infant bonding through education on kangaroo care, improving attachment, and developmental outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering a supportive learning atmosphere and promoting professional growth.
- Served as a resource for other health professionals seeking guidance on specialized neonatal issues or concerns about specific patients within the unit.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education to parents and caregivers.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary communication for better treatment planning and coordination of care.
- Assisted in the development of standardized protocols for common neonatal conditions, leading to consistent and high-quality care.
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Nurse Tech
Akron Children’s Hospital
05.2012 - 09.2013
- Assisted in the delivery of the neonate's care
- Promoted a culture of teamwork among NICU staff, fostering collaboration and information-sharing to create an efficient patient-centered environment.
- Helped stock, organize, and clean supplies on the unit.
- Acted as an additional resource to nursing staff with procedures and transports off the unit
- Filled in assisting with secretarial duties as needed.
- Provided emotional support for families, offering guidance on infant care techniques and answering questions during difficult times.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kent State University
Kent, OH05.2013
Skills
- Clinical Leadership
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Healthcare Systems Knowledge
- Data Compilation
- Medical Records Management
- Clinical Education and Staff Management
- Staff Scheduling using UKG Kronos
- Critical Thinking
- Clinical Documentation within Epic Systems
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- S.T.A.B.L.E. (Sugar & Safe Care, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, Emotional Support)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Timeline
COVID Vaccination Support
CVS Health
01.2021 - 05.2021
Clinical Coordinator Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Akron Children’s Hospital
05.2016 - Current
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Staff Nurse
Akron Children’s Hospital
10.2013 - 05.2016
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Nurse Tech
Akron Children’s Hospital
05.2012 - 09.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kent State University
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