Valerie Lewis-Springfield
Warrenton,USA-MO
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with progressive leadership experience in Charge Nurse, ADON, and DON roles. Known for strong patient assessment, mental health care, and care coordination. Committed to leading staff effectively, improving unit operations, and supporting consistent, high-quality patient outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
ChargeNurse/Supervisor
NHC Behavior health
Maryland Heights, Missouri
01.2026 - 06.2026
- Coordinated nursing schedules to maintain coverage and support high-quality patient care.
- Oversaw patient care routines to provide consistent support for individuals on the behavioral health unit. on behavioral health unit during charge shifts.
- Facilitated daily team meetings to improve communication and enhance patient care outcomes.
Charge Nurse
River Crossing Nursing and Rehab
Maryland Heights, Missouri
06.2025 - 10.2025
- Monitored patient conditions and implemented care plans to support optimal recovery outcomes.
- Conducted regular assessments to uphold high standards of patient care and safety.
- Assessed resident conditions and updated care plans
- Supervised nursing staff during daily long-term care shifts to ensure quality and continuity of care.
DON
Fulton Manor Care
Fulton, Missouri
04.2023 - 07.2024
- Supervised nursing staff to maintain care standards and protocol compliance.
- Conducted performance reviews to foster professional growth and accountability.
- Conducted performance evaluations to promote professional development.
- Proposed ideas and solutions that enhanced team performance and outcomes.
- Executed daily responsibilities with precision to ensure seamless operations.
Director of Nursing
Dutchtown Car Care
St Louis, Missouri
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Ensured smooth daily nursing operations for Dutchtown Car Care patient care services.
- Coordinated staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage for nursing shifts., shift coverage, and workload were coordinated across nursing shifts.
- Directed daily service operations across Dutchtown Car Care shop and front desk.
- Coordinated technician schedules, customer appointments, and repair order flow.
- Reviewed vehicle service records for accuracy and complete documentation.
ADON
Bellefontaine Neighbors
Bellefontaine, Mo, Mo
06.2020 - 12.2021
- Coordinated staff training to ensure compliance with clinical policies and enhance infection control practices.
- Supervised nursing schedules to optimize resident care delivery at Bellefontaine Neighbors.
- Coordinated nursing operations at Bellefontaine Neighbors care facility
- Supervised licensed nurses and nursing assistants during daily resident care
- Reviewed care plans for compliance with physician orders and resident needs
ADON
Jefferson City Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Jefferson City, Missouri
06.2018 - 04.2020
- Supervised nursing team to uphold care protocols and standards, ensuring high-quality patient care
- Coordinated staff schedules to optimize patient care and enhance operational efficiency
- Directed nursing staff through daily resident care coordination.
- Supervised nursing schedules for Bellefontaine Neighbors resident care operations.
- Supervised medication administration and compliance with nursing policies.
- Monitored charting accuracy in electronic health records.
Forensic Nurse
Fulton State Hospital
Fulton, Missouri
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Performed forensic nursing assessments for patients in state hospital behavioral units to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate and address patient mental health needs effectively.
- Employed standardized tools to identify mental health conditions and create tailored care plans for improved patient outcomes.
Psychiatric Charge Nurse
Lewis-Gale Medical Center
Salem, Virginia
02.2012 - 05.2016
- Directed staffing for psychiatric unit at Lewis-Gale Medical Center, ensuring optimal coverage and support for patient care.
- Coordinated admissions, transfers, and discharges in behavioral health services to streamline patient flow and enhance service delivery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Facilitated regular team meetings to promote cohesive communication and enhance effectiveness of patient management strategies.
- Facilitated regular team meetings to ensure cohesive communication and effective patient management.
Psych Charge Nurse
St. Alexius Hospital
St Louis, Missouri
01.2011 - 02.2012
- Supervised bedside nursing assignments across St. Alexius Hospital patient care units.
- Supervised bedside nursing operations in St. Alexius Hospital acute care units.
- Supervised bedside nursing in St. Alexius Hospital acute care units to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Monitored patient conditions and escalated changes to physicians promptly.
- Coordinated shift handoffs, patient admissions, and discharge planning.
Forensic Nurse
SLPRC
St Louis, Missouri
03.2003 - 07.2011
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and medical conditions, enhancing care planning.
- Evaluated physical and psychological health to inform tailored treatment plans, improving patient outcomes.
- Assessed forensic patients at state hospital using trauma-informed nursing practices.
- Documented injuries, symptoms, and behavioral observations in clinical records.
- Collected forensic evidence during sexual assault and assault examinations.
- Evaluated physical and emotional health to develop individualized care plans.
- Performed thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and potential risks.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Saint Louis Community College
St. Louis, MO05-1987
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
APU
ONLINE 10-2026
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Mental health care
- Medication administration
- EHR charting
- Care coordination
- Staff coordination
- Infection control
Timeline
ChargeNurse/Supervisor
NHC Behavior health
01.2026 - 06.2026
Charge Nurse
River Crossing Nursing and Rehab
06.2025 - 10.2025
DON
Fulton Manor Care
04.2023 - 07.2024
Director of Nursing
Dutchtown Car Care
01.2022 - 03.2023
ADON
Bellefontaine Neighbors
06.2020 - 12.2021
ADON
Jefferson City Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
06.2018 - 04.2020
Forensic Nurse
Fulton State Hospital
06.2016 - 06.2017
Psychiatric Charge Nurse
Lewis-Gale Medical Center
02.2012 - 05.2016
Psych Charge Nurse
St. Alexius Hospital
01.2011 - 02.2012
Forensic Nurse
SLPRC
03.2003 - 07.2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
Saint Louis Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
APU