Vanessa Demetrius-Clarke
Bowie,MD
Summary
Dedicated to promoting quality patient care and satisfaction and offering experience in nursing and healthcare administration. Possesses proven track record of developing and implementing comprehensive nursing policies, providing excellent leadership and mentoring, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Nursing
Genesis HealthCare
06.2017 - Current
- Led nursing team to improve patient care quality and safety standards. Maintaining 5 star quality measure.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care initiatives and reduce rehospitalization to under 15%
- Managed budget allocations for nursing services, optimizing resource utilization with positive EBIDARM between 25 and 60%
- Optimized customer experience resulting in improved Google ratings from 2.8 to 4.1.
- Consistent quality improvement and patient safety. Successfully evacuated 111 patients and staff during building emergency.
Director of Nursing
Ingleside At Rock Creek
07.2015 - 06.2017
- Led nursing team to improve patient care quality and safety standards.
- Led quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing clinical outcomes through data-driven analysis and targeted interventions.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
- Development of Quality programs to ensure the highest quality and customer satisfaction.
- Monitor nursing care to ensure positive clinical outcomes.
QA Lead/Infection Preventionist/Staff Development Educator
Ingleside At Rock Creek
06.2011 - 06.2015
- Led quality assurance initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Conducted regular audits of procedures, ensuring adherence to internal policies and external regulations.
- Investigated variances, performed root-cause analysis and documented corrective actions to resolve complications.
- Conducted regular training sessions for clinical staff on best practices in infection prevention.
- Analyzed surveillance data to identify trends and recommend interventions for infection prevention.
- Facilitated ongoing risk assessments for healthcare-associated infections by identifying potential vulnerabilities in current practices or systems and recommending strategies to address these concerns.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of current training methods, making necessary adjustments to optimize results.
- Collaborated with management to identify skills gaps and develop customized training solutions, driving organizational growth.
Unit Manager
Ingleside At Rock Creek
06.2009 - 04.2011
- Directed daily operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and enhancing resident satisfaction.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans for residents.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly for professional growth opportunities, accountability measures, and feedback-driven improvement strategies.
- Resolved conflicts among team members quickly to maintain a positive working environment conducive for continued excellence in patient care.
- Managed budgetary constraints through careful resource allocation, cost control measures, and fiscal responsibility practices.
Nurse Supervisor
Crescent City Center
01.2007 - 05.2009
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and best practices.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment protocols based on clinical assessments and feedback.
- Developed strong relationships with medical providers which facilitated improved collaboration between nurses and physicians resulted in more effective treatment strategies being implemented swiftly.
- Served as a role model for nursing excellence, demonstrating exceptional clinical skills, critical thinking abilities, and compassionate patient care at all times.
Charge Nurse
Regent Care Center
10.2004 - 10.2006
- Maintained high standards of patient care during high-volume shifts, managing patient assignments to optimize nurse workload.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Nurse/Nurse Manager
Kingston Public Hospital
10.1996 - 08.2004
- Delivered comprehensive patient care, including assessments, medication administration, and vital signs monitoring.
- Educated patients and families on health management, treatment options, and recovery processes.
- Implemented infection control protocols, ensuring adherence to best practices for patient safety.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, enhancing team performance and promoting professional development.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ08-2019
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Addison, IL08-2012
Diploma - Nursing
Kingston School of Nursing
Kingston. JM10-1996
Skills
- Quality improvement
- Clinical resources management
- Critical thinking
- Employee coaching
- Emergency response
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Clinical leadership
- Standards of practice
Certification
- Certified Dementia Practitioner
- Quality Care Process Certified
- Cardio-Pulminary Resuscitation
- Infection Preventionist
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association
- Maryland Nurses Association.
- Association of Nursing
- American Association of Post-Acute Care Nursing
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Genesis HealthCare
06.2017 - Current
Director of Nursing
Ingleside At Rock Creek
07.2015 - 06.2017
QA Lead/Infection Preventionist/Staff Development Educator
Ingleside At Rock Creek
06.2011 - 06.2015
Unit Manager
Ingleside At Rock Creek
06.2009 - 04.2011
Nurse Supervisor
Crescent City Center
01.2007 - 05.2009
Charge Nurse
Regent Care Center
10.2004 - 10.2006
Nurse/Nurse Manager
Kingston Public Hospital
10.1996 - 08.2004
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Diploma - Nursing
Kingston School of Nursing