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
07/1984 to Current
Administrative Nursing SupervisorChildren's Hospital & Research Center – San Leandro, CA,
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.
09/2002 to 09/2012
Pediatric Critical Care Transport SupervisorHuntsville Hospital Systems For Women And Children – City, STATE,
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.
05/1995 to 04/2001
Pediatric Emergency Room SupervisorHuntsville Hospital For Women & Children – City, STATE,
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.
07/1984 to 05/1995
Emergency Medical Technician ParmedicHuntsville Hospital Emergency Room – City, STATE,
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
Expected in 05/2020
Master of Science: Family Nurse Practitioner Walden University - Minneapolis, MN GPA:
Expected in 06/2017
Bachelor of Science: Nursing Western Governors University - Salt Lake City, UT GPA:
Expected in 05/1985
Associate of Science: Nursing Northwest Shoals Community College - Phil Campbell, AL, GPA:
Expected in 1983
Certification : Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic University of Alabama At Huntsville - Huntsville, AL GPA:
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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