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ADMINISTRATIVE NURSING SUPERVISOR
Professional Summary

Patient-oriented Administrative Nursing Supervisor commended as a caring and well-organized professional with expertise in Adult and Pediatric and Emergency room and critical care . Committed to ensuring quality work of all nursing staff in accordance with policies and procedures. Adept at managing and supervising a team of 45 professionals while multitasking patient responsibilities. Organized and possessing a strong understanding of patient-focused care. Extensive knowledge of clinical diseases and pathology with outstanding nursing supervisory abilities. A professional and flexible individual with over 35 years of experience in the Adult, Pediatric ER nursing and as Nursing Supervisor at large Women and Children hospital.

Skills
  • Nursing staff management
  • Patient care monitoring
  • Staff scheduling
  • Seasoned in medical clinical procedures
  • Proficient in Ultrasound guided IV insertion
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Staff management
Work History
Administrative Nursing Supervisor, 07/1984 to Current
Huntsville Hospital For Women & Children – Huntsville, AL
  • Promoted patient's independence by establishing patient care goals.
  • Assessed patient care requirements on each unit by making rounds in each department and all other areas of hospital.
  • Completed patient care requirements by scheduling and assigning nursing and staff.
  • Anticipated potential problems that may occur on shift and set shift priorities accordingly.
  • Direct day-to-day administrative and operational functions for 250-bed facility, providing guidance and leadership to over 175 employees across more than 12 departments.
  • I monitor patient admissions and staffing levels and adjust
    staffing related to the overall needs of the hospital.
  • Assists RN's in assessing patients who are experiencing
    acute changes in conditions.
  • Provides clinical expertise in the management of medical emergencies. Responds to code blue, medical assist emergencies.
  • Assists staff, as needed with the transport of patients and
    difficult IV starts and other procedures.
Pediatric Critical Care Transport Supervisor, 09/2002 to 09/2012
Huntsville Hospital Systems For Women And Children – Huntsville, AL
  • Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
  • Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
  • Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and workshops.
Pediatric Emergency Room Supervisor, 05/1995 to 04/2001
Huntsville Hospital For Women & Children – Huntsville, AL
  • Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement on criminal cases by quickly reporting injuries and collecting needed evidence.
  • Assisted patients dealing with traumatic injuries or illnesses, including stroke patients, accident victims and cardiac patients.
  • Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
  • Managed 10 nurses and nursing activities in 20-bed Pediatric Emergency Room by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
  • Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including resuscitation and minor surgical and medical procedures.
  • Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
  • Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Emergency Medical Technician Parmedic, 07/1984 to 05/1995
Huntsville Hospital Emergency Room – Huntsville , Alabama
  • Assisted patients with limited mobility in dressing and undressing, bathing and other day-to-day needs.
  • Collected basic samples such as blood, urine and stool, labeling specimens properly and transferring to laboratory for testing.
  • Decontaminated and sanitized all equipment, instruments and supplies.
  • Assisted with resuscitation, CPR and emergency airway procedures.
  • Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
  • Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
  • Administered basic wound care, insertion of Foley catheters and nasogastric tubes.
  • Carried out phlebotomy procedures, including preparing patients, finding viable veins and watching for adverse reactions
  • Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
  • Inserted peripheral IVs and administered non-medication IV fluids.
  • Liaised between nurses, physicians, patients, and visitors.
  • Applied orthopedic devices like traction and OCL splints.
  • Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher or bed to other units.
  • Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
  • Measured vital statistics, collected specimens for lab analysis and recorded data in appropriate medical records.
  • Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
  • Cleaned, maintained and restocked treatment areas.
  • Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
  • Facilitated transfer of patients throughout medical facility and between departments.
Education
Master of Science: Family Nurse Practitioner , Expected in 05/2020
Walden University - Minneapolis, MN
Bachelor of Science: Nursing, 06/2017
Western Governors University - Salt Lake City, UT
Associate of Science: Nursing , 05/1985
Northwest Shoals Community College - Phil Campbell, AL
Certification : Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic , 1983
University of Alabama At Huntsville - Huntsville, AL
Certifications
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification 1983 to Present
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification 1983 to Present
  • Pediatric Emergency Nursing Certification 2010 to 2014
  • Neonatal Pediatric Transport Certification 2008 to 2019
  • Adult/Pediatric PICC Line Certification 2014 to Present
  • Basic Trauma Life Support (BLS) 1982 to Present
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Instructor 1995 to 2015
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Huntsville Hospital For Women & Children
  • Huntsville Hospital Systems For Women And Children
  • Huntsville Hospital Emergency Room

School Attended

  • Walden University
  • Western Governors University
  • Northwest Shoals Community College
  • University of Alabama At Huntsville

Job Titles Held:

  • Administrative Nursing Supervisor
  • Pediatric Critical Care Transport Supervisor
  • Pediatric Emergency Room Supervisor
  • Emergency Medical Technician Parmedic

Degrees

  • Master of Science : Family Nurse Practitioner , Expected in 05/2020
    Bachelor of Science : Nursing , 06/2017
    Associate of Science : Nursing , 05/1985
    Certification : Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic , 1983

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