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Victoria Andrino RN, BSN

Bogota,United States

Summary

Nursing leader with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and patient outcome analysis. Successfully achieved The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval upholding the highest standards in nursing practices and mentoring staff for community support. Skilled in policy development and contract negotiation, fostering multidisciplinary collaboration to enhance patient care.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Nursing

Home & Hospital Medical Personnel
West Caldwell, NJ
08.2021 - 06.2025
  • Directed team to achieve The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for Home Care Accreditation in January 2021 and February 2025.
  • Mentored new nurses to ensure seamless transitions into the organization.
  • Monthly Cart Audits
  • Managed field operations and provided supervision for RN, LPN, and CHHA staff.
  • Oversaw daily nursing department activities, including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
  • Compiled reports analyzing patient outcomes from various data sources.
  • Developed and implemented policies to maintain compliance and operational efficiency.
  • Assisted CFO with billing clients and insurance companies.
  • Negotiated yearly contracts with insurance providers and educational institutions.

Clinical Manger

Amedisys Home Health
Hackensack, NJ
06.2015 - 08.2021
  • Clinical manager of a large homecare agency in New Jersey.
  • Manage 18-22 clinicians, ranging from RN, LPN, PT, OT, MSW, Psychiatric Nursing and HHA's.
  • Work closely with my clinicians to manage our patients. currently managing a patient census of 225 patients.
  • Assist with the daily scheduling of patients.
  • Act as a liaison between our clinicians, our patients, and our doctors.
  • Using HCHB computer system.
  • Review and audit charting documentation on admission, recertification, and discharges prior to them being sent to the state for Medicare billing.
  • Proficient in oasis questions and answers
  • Work closely with my Director of Operations to maintain organization and make changes to our agency, when needed.
  • Go out with my clinicians twice a year to do field observations to ensure their care is above our standard of care measures.
  • Work closely with IV Companies, Medical Supply Companies, and more to be sure our patients have everything they need to succeed and remain in their home.
  • Analyzed data to identify trends in quality improvement initiatives.
  • Ensured that staff members adhere to professional standards of practice.

Field Nurse

Amedisys Home Health Care
Hackensack, NJ
02.1992 - 06.2015
  • Managed 50-75 patients on a weekly basis.
  • Was a liaison between my patients, their doctors, and all other clinicians involved in their cases.
  • On a daily basis, completed Oasis Admission Assessments, Recertification's and Discharges.
  • Coordinated family case conferences. Scheduled and executed patients' appointments to their doctors.
  • Provided pediatric care, IV care and Coordinate management in their home (infant-18yrs old).
  • Coordinate family and patient IV education for homecare.
  • Utilized electronic medical records software systems to document client information accurately.
  • Educated families on the importance of self-care management techniques for chronic conditions such as diabetes or COPD.
  • Developed relationships with community resources to ensure continuity of care for clients.
  • Assessed, developed and implemented nursing care plans for patients.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress towards goals set forth by the plan of care.

Neonatal ICU Nurse

United Children’s Hospital
Newark, NJ
01.1986 - 02.1992
  • Staff nurse: Managed Neonates and all critical care associated. NICU certified. Conducted educational classes for parents before they were able to take their newborns home.
  • Implemented infection control measures by adhering to established guidelines.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress or concerns.
  • Educated families about their baby's diagnosis and provided emotional support during difficult times.
  • Monitored neonates for any changes in condition or behavior; notified physician immediately when necessary.
  • Assisted with emergency resuscitation efforts as needed for critically ill newborns.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physicians' orders, ensuring accuracy of dosage.
  • Provided guidance to new nurses regarding procedures specific to the NICU setting.

Registered Nurse

St Barnabas Hospital - Medical Education
Livingston, NJ
06.1985 - 12.1985
  • Staff Nurse: Managed geriatric oncology patients. Managed post burn, Level 2, patients and recovery.
  • Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

St. Peters College
Englewood Cliffs, NJ, United States
01-1986

Nursing - Nursing

Holy Name Medical Center School of Nursing
Teaneck, NJ, United States
06-1985

Skills

  • Regulatory compliance
  • Policy development
  • Patient outcome analysis
  • Staff training
  • Quality improvement
  • Budget management
  • Contract negotiation
  • Team leadership
  • Data analysis
  • Patient care coordination
  • Electronic medical records
  • Patient education
  • Crisis management
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Healthcare regulations compliance
  • HIPAA regulations
  • Clinical leadership
  • Nursing staff supervision

Certification

  • Registered Nurse (License #:26NO08469800)
  • Bachelor Degree in Nursing
  • Basic Life Support
  • American Nurse Association

Timeline

Director of Nursing

Home & Hospital Medical Personnel
08.2021 - 06.2025

Clinical Manger

Amedisys Home Health
06.2015 - 08.2021

Field Nurse

Amedisys Home Health Care
02.1992 - 06.2015

Neonatal ICU Nurse

United Children’s Hospital
01.1986 - 02.1992

Registered Nurse

St Barnabas Hospital - Medical Education
06.1985 - 12.1985

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

St. Peters College

Nursing - Nursing

Holy Name Medical Center School of Nursing

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