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CLINICAL DIRECTOR
Summary
Ambitious Clinical Supervisor seeking to bring 30-year background and track record of success in developing robust integrated nursing teams. Focused on promoting highest standards of service when developing training programs, policies, and procedures.
Skills
- Organizing staff schedules
- Employee performance evaluations
- Managing patient cases
- Compliance with regulatory guidelines
Education and Training
Master of ScienceMarian UniversityCity,State,Organizational Leadership And Quality, 05/2015
Bachelor of ScienceMarian UniversityCity,State,Registered Nurse , 01/2003
Associate of ScienceWaukesha County Technical CollegeCity,State,Associates Degree Nursing, 05/2001
Associate of ArtsBryant And Stratton College CityMedical Administration, 05/1989
Certifications
- Certified in Gastroenterology
- ACLS
- BLS Instructor
Experience
American Addiction CentersClinical Director | Palm Springs , CA06/2002 to Current
- Coordinated with nurse manager to develop programs targeting nurse education, overall departmental competencies, individual performance, patient safety and service-related issues.
- Interviewed applicants and made recommendations for new hires.
- Devised training programs to close gaps in nurse and staffs' competencies.
- Recruited individuals bringing talent, well-developed skills sets and passion for helping others, effectively building exceptionally gifted team of personnel.
- Utilized active listening and interpersonal communication skills to build professional relationships with patients, clinical staff and other stakeholders.
- Actively engaged with other members of community at local events by answering questions and giving informative presentations.
- Crafted and initiated development of strategy-based plans, allowing organization to exceed objectives and achieve organizational goals.
- Introduced new departmental policies and oriented staff to facilitate adoption of changes.
- Partnered with nurse manager to raise standards of practice by monitoring, analyzing and correcting staff performance.
- Improved research-based approaches through participation in research and evidence-based clinical audits.
- Improve policies and procedures through development, implementation, revision and evaluation of new protocols.
- Drove attainment of optimal outcomes through case management focused on appropriate treatment, clinical quality assurance and service utilization.
- Resolved conflicts promptly among physicians, nurses and other healthcare employees to keep workflows on task.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Created and maintained facility documents and records, maintaining accuracy while managing sensitive data.
- Recruited and hired intelligent clinical and administrative staff to bolster skills set of already talented team.
- Coordinated delivery of exceptional patient care by evaluating workflows and facilitating positive clinical changes.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
Southcoast Health SystemRN Staff Nurse | Seekonk , MA05/2000 to 05/2019
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
- Provided skilled direct nursing care to Gastroenterology patients in Out Patient, Emergency Room and ICU departments.
- Imparted medical, operational and patient care knowledge to junior nurses to maximize performance and quality of team operations.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information used to create focused treatment plans and manage ongoing care.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
- Cared for patients recovering from [Type] and [Type] procedures and provided personalized daily assistance.
- Executed appropriate steps for patient treatment following careful review of physician medical regimen.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Ensured quality patient care from admission to discharge through direct supervision of all nursing and ancillary staff.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Palmetto HealthRN Specialty Manager | Anderson , SC10/1986 to 05/2000
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
- Created agendas and communication materials for team meetings.
- Worked and developed policy and protocol for Infection Prevention
- Opened a Specialty Clinic and managed Orthopedics, Chiropractics, General and Vascular Surgery, Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology.
- Development of triage protocols.
- Worked in multiple departments including lab, X-ray, medical records, pharmacy, Urgent Care, Family Practice.
Professional Health Care, LLCRN | City , STATE06/1991 to 06/1993
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information used to create focused treatment plans and manage ongoing care.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
- Maintained adequate unit supplies to meet expected patient demands.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
- Immunized patients against diseases such as influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
- Inserted and managed central, arterial and PICC lines.
- Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
Accomplishments
- Developed and lead an Infection Prevention and Control Program/Committee for GI Assoicates, LLC
- Developed and lead a Quality Assurance Program/Committee for GI Associates, LLC
- Developed and lead a Emergency Preparedness Program/Committee for GI Associates,LLC
- Developed Policy and Procedures for the GI Associates Ambulatory Surgery Centers
- Successfully completed over 20 CMS/AAAHC surveys for GI Associates
- Co-found, lead, and was the CFO for Strain for the Brain Foundation for 10 years.
- Developed and worked on a plan for combined housing for Adults with Autism within the Port Washington Community
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School Attended
- Marian University
- Waukesha County Technical College
- Bryant And Stratton College
Job Titles Held:
- Clinical Director
- RN Staff Nurse
- RN Specialty Manager
- RN
Degrees
- Master of Science
Bachelor of Science
Associate of Science
Associate of Arts
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