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Vanessa Jivers

Columbia

Summary

Dynamic Administrative Nurse Manager with extensive experience at Graceful in Homecare, excelling in patient care coordination and staff mentoring. Proven expertise in electronic health records and healthcare compliance, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance clinical outcomes. Recognized for strong leadership and effective communication, driving improvements in patient education and satisfaction.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Administrative Nurse Manager

Graceful in homecare
Columbia
02.2019 - Current
  • Trained new nursing staff on protocols and procedures to ensure compliance.
  • Managed patient care documentation through electronic health record systems.
  • Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for holistic treatment.
  • Assessed patient needs via comprehensive health evaluations to inform care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on healthcare practices and disease management strategies.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations.
  • Evaluated nursing interventions' effectiveness against established standards and guidelines.
  • Compiled data for monthly reports on clinical outcomes and customer satisfaction.

Clinical Nurse Leader

SC Department of Mental Health
Columbia
02.2017 - 03.2023
  • Directed interdisciplinary teams in patient care coordination, strengthening cross-functional collaboration.
  • Led patient care coordination across interdisciplinary teams.
  • Analyzed clinical data to identify areas for improvement.
  • Facilitated staff training and education on best practices.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions by monitoring patient responses.
  • Participated in research projects that focused on improving patient safety and outcomes.
  • Interpreted diagnostic tests results to determine appropriate interventions.
  • Conducted educational sessions for nurses regarding clinical practices, standards of care and professional development.
  • Assessed performance of nursing staff and built educational initiatives to enhance competency of teams and individual professionals at clinical and operational levels.
  • Provided strong leadership and guidance to nurses.
  • Delegated clinical and managerial responsibilities to staff.
  • Collaborated with department managers to correct problems and improve services.
  • Established rapport with medical and clinical staff and administration.
  • Promoted team education, audited services, monitored medications and oversaw wound care to meet department and facility objectives.

Assistant Nurse Manager, Emergency Department

Prisma Health Richland
Columbia
03.2007 - 11.2019
  • Coordinated staff schedules to ensure sufficient coverage in fast-paced environment.
  • Mentored nursing staff on best practices and workflow efficiency.
  • Facilitated interdepartmental communication to improve patient care delivery.
  • Supported emergency response initiatives during critical incidents and high-stress situations.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for nursing staff.
  • Managed daily operations of ED, including staffing assignments and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records to ensure adequate stock levels.
  • Assisted in hiring and scheduling of nursing personnel.

Education

Associate of Science -

Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, SC
09-1991

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Spellman
Atlanta, GA
06-1985

Skills

  • Nursing expertise
  • Medical documentation
  • Leadership development
  • Staff mentoring
  • Performance evaluation
  • Electronic health records
  • Healthcare compliance
  • Hospital procedures expertise
  • Patient care monitoring
  • Excellent communication
  • Patient education
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Critical thinking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Trauma nursing core course

Affiliations

  • Caterer,

Languages

English
Professional

Accomplishments

  • Published poems

Certification

  • Psych Certification, Geriatrice Certification

Timeline

Administrative Nurse Manager

Graceful in homecare
02.2019 - Current

Clinical Nurse Leader

SC Department of Mental Health
02.2017 - 03.2023

Assistant Nurse Manager, Emergency Department

Prisma Health Richland
03.2007 - 11.2019

Associate of Science -

Midlands Technical College

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Spellman

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