Assistant nurse manager 2, offering 7 years in clinical management and staff leadership. Collaborated with Nurse Manager to oversee hiring and training, direct patient care and employee performance. Strictly enforced safety protocols and standard procedures to drive optimal patient outcomes. In CCU/MICU, an RN/charge nurse with strong background planning nursing care within Intensive Care setting. Successfully directed staff, observed care delivery and offered clinical support. Enhanced staff performance significantly by boosting morale and providing constructive feedback. Demonstrated success in clinical management over 24-year career in the field. Well-versed in coordinating and managing patient care and delegating tasks as needed.
Skills
Patient Care
Employee Relations
Medication Management
Healthcare Delivery
Patient education and advocacy
Nursing assignments
Electronic charting skills
Staff leadership
Patient safety
Schedule management
Patient relations
Experience
06/2016 to 04/2020
Assistant Nurse Manager 2United Surgical Partners International – Tinton Falls, NJ,
Administered disciplinary action for employee performance deficiencies, infractions and conduct issues after consulting with employees and HR staff.
Recruited, hired and evaluated staff to take corrective action and meet departmental goals.
Supported Nurse Manager with employee development and care quality management.
Incorporated evidence-based nursing into practice environment.
Created action plans for staff development and performance improvement.
Kept close eye on department operations to maintain effective coverage of all needs.
Oversaw nursing operations or the CARE unit, leadership, assistance and management for staff of 250.
Coordinated employee schedules and job assignments.
05/2015 to 06/2016
Nursing House SupervisorHca – Cleveland, MS,
Completed daily rounds of nursing department to verify nursing service personnel performance alignment acceptable nursing standards.
Investigated and reported all accidents fully, leveraging new knowledge to improve protections for patients and staff.
Enforced disease prevention protocols among staff members, patients and visitors.
Maintained correct number of staffers to meet budget parameters while promoting high levels of patient care.
Answered questions and addressed concerns from employees promptly through email, phone and in person.
03/2009 to 03/2015
RN, Critical CareHca – Glendale, CO,
Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Monitored and educated nursing students and externs on proper care procedures.
Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
Cultivated working partnerships with patients and medical staff members, using feedback and clinical data to improve quality care and patient outcomes.
Cared for patients in recovery from medical procedures by caring for wounds, monitoring vitals and managing pain.
Maintained composure and efficiency during rapid response situation and emergency codes.
Advanced nursing competencies through participation in simulation exercises and practice improvement projects.
Participated in hospital-wide initiatives and committees to improve patient care, satisfaction and safety.
Assessed patient health needs by reviewing and tracking EKG readings to address telemetry readings and quickly inform teammates on stability or acuity changes.
Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
Supervised 28 -bed CCU/MICU unit while providing direct patient care to acutely ill patients.
Prepared for HIPAA and Joint Commission reviews, making required brochures and pamphlets available to patients in all clinics.
Educated patients on treatment plans, medications and aftercare procedures.
Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to relay patient needs.
Addressed unit staff concerns, including staffing ratios, resource management, allocation of responsibilities and optimized workload management.
Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
Conducted restraint audits according to organizational guidelines and generated reports for nursing leadership review and analysis.
Liaised between patients, families and care staff in all aspects of care delivery.
Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
05/1996 to 10/2008
RN, Critical CareSt. Anthony's Medical Center/Mercy South – City, STATE,
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
Maintained composure and efficiency during rapid response situation and emergency codes.
Cared for patients in recovery from medical procedures by caring for wounds, monitoring vitals and managing pain.
Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options.
Advanced nursing competencies through participation in simulation exercises and practice improvement projects.
Administered medications and assisted in diagnostic testing for HIV-positive patients.
Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
Prepared for HIPAA and Joint Commission reviews, making required brochures and pamphlets available to patients in all clinics.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization due to complications.
Supervised dialysis treatments for patients aging from teen to adult in community hospital setting.
Maintained optimal ventilator settings and operations to meet patient care needs.
Boosted patient outcomes by prioritizing nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reporting on each patient's status.
Completed and maintained personal Performance-Based Development System (PBDS) standards to show consistent clinical competency and sound judgment.
Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
Liaised between patients, families and care staff in all aspects of care delivery.
Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions, including IV administration, wound and ostomy care and catheter insertion.
Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
Guided therapeutic communication, conflict resolutions and interventions by deflecting undesirable behaviors to assist patients with developing and amplifying coping skills.
Consistently assessed and evaluated patients' health needs by coordinating across medical disciplines to create, implement and modify personalized care plans.
Education and Training
Expected in 12/2013
Bachelor of Science: Nursing Cox College - Springfield, Mo., GPA:
Expected in 05/1998
Associate of Science: Nursing Jefferson College - Hillsboro, MO GPA:
Expected in 06/1989
High School Diploma: American School - Chicago, Ill., GPA:
Certifications
CPR certified through American Heart Association
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 1996 to present/
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