Well-qualified Registered Nurse with full Missouri credentials and extensive experience in Long Term Care settings. Passionate about delivering compassionate patient care with respect to individual patient needs. Open and clear communicator with analytical problem-solving abilities and advanced clinical expertise.
Skills
Recruiting and Hiring
Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
Patient Care
Scheduling
HIPAA Compliance
Staff Management
Dementia Knowledge
Infection Control
Long-Term Care
Quality Management
Quality Improvement
Immunizations
Medication dispensing
Work History
09/01/2 to Current
Director of NursingCedarbrook Senior Living Management – Plymouth, MI,
Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
Evaluated work performance of 30-40 nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
Developed positive employee relations, incentives and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
Collaborated with staff, management and external groups to coordinate patient care.
Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
Fostered excellence by example by "setting pace" and being hands on mentor to clinical staff.
Increased CMS star rating from 1 to 3, increasing RN staff, total staffing, and quality measures.
Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
Participated in daily management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes and resident complaints or concerns.
10/2015 to 09/2017
Assistant Director of NursingAmerican Addiction Centers – Atlanta, GA,
Developed positive employee relations, incentives and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents and families.
Participated in [Timeframe] management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes and resident complaints or concerns.
Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
Supervised team of 30-40 nursing staff including, RN/LPN, CMT, CNA, CMA.
Created resident centered care plans, working with an interdisciplinary team and families to assess and meet individual needs.
Reviewed and evaluated test results to suggest care and treatment options.
Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
10/2015 to 09/2017
MDS CoordinatorAmita Health – Germantown, WI,
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Demonstrated ability to advocate for and strive to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Cared for patients in 90-bed facility, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Led successful [Number]-person team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
06/2014 to 10/2015
RN Charge NurseNorth Hill Nursing And Rehabilitation Center, Llc – Birmingham, AL,
Maximized team performance by monitoring nursing care, including patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Strengthened unit care standards and policies with focus on patient safety and dignity.
Vaccinated residents and staaff to protect individuals from influenza, pneumonia, and shingles. Monitored for adverse reaction to COVID-19 vaccinations.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
Managed various medications and treatments, which included IV push, oral, subcutaneous, IV infusion and intramuscular injections and respiratory treatments.
Took samples such as blood and urine to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Updated patient charts using Matrix and Point Click Cre with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments and assisting staff.
Directed patient care activities and provided guidance and training to RNs, LPNs, CMTs, CNAs, and CMAs during shift while delegating assignments and providing treatment.
Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
Provided wound care and dressing changes routinely.
Education
Expected in 12/2008
Associate of Applied Science: Nursing Crowder College - Neosho, MO GPA:
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