I have truly enjoyed being a nurse for the past 17+ years and have welcomed any further education and training that is available to me. After several years spent as a staff nurse, with various roles, I am ready to expand my career. I feel that I have a lot to offer my organization and my community and am ready to take the next step.
Skills
Proficient with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Excellent skills in internet research with proficiency in search engines, such as Google, Chrome, Google Scholar and Internet Explorer
Very disciplined and independent- I can begin and continue tasks without assistance. My determination leads me to finish every task I have initiated.
Decision Making
Risk Assessment
Time Management
Service Oriented
Work Planning
Problem Anticipation and Resolution
Relationship Building
Data Analysis
Strategy Development
Creative and Innovative
Operational Reporting
Proactive and Focused
Adaptable to Changing Conditions
Goal Setting
Critical Thinking
Staff Recruitment and Hiring
Willing to Learn
Prioritizing and Planning
Sound Judgment
In-Depth Research
Microsoft Office
Experience
12/2021 to Current
Manager- Inpatient ServicesCommunity Partnership Of Southern Arizona – Sierra Vista, AZ,
Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
Collaborated with staff to maximize patient satisfaction and streamline procedures.
Created training modules and documentation to train staff.
Exercised good judgment and decision-making in escalating concerns and resolving issues.
Minimized staff turnover through appropriate selection, orientation and training.
Entered time and attendance logs in preparation for payroll.
Developed and implemented appropriate plans to resolve unfavorable trends and enhance sales.
Conducted quality, timely performance feedback and performance appraisals.
Applied continuous improvement program in daily activities to boost productivity, improve quality and reduce costs.
Maintained adequate staffing to meet objectives of programs and services within budget.
08/2019 to 12/2021
Quality Improvement/Staff Development SpecialistGundersen Moundview Hospital And Clinics – City, STATE,
In this role, I wear a lot of hats
I am responsible to monitoring data for all areas of this facility, to include clinic, emergency department and medical/surgical inpatient units
I have been involved in and have created quality improvement teams with the intent to better serve our patients and our community
I have also taken on the role of staff development with the goal of helping our staff to grow and learn, to be the best that they can be
As part of this role, I do carry an administrative role- nursing administration on-call, leadership decision making, development of standards of practice- I feel like this has helped me to transition from staff nurse to leader.
Documented and maintained training records and database of related curriculum materials.
Created and implemented training programs for new employees, resulting in improved morale and better skills development.
Assisted with staff development by implementing effective, hands-on training programs for new employees, maximizing performance and engagement from day one.
Created and offered additional materials to enhance training.
Developed complete training programs and led training using expert learning techniques.
Created applicable procedures, training and operating standards to implement quality improvement plans.
Assessed condition, care and records of current patients to make timely decisions on standards.
Kept up to date on clinical skills by providing direct patient care.
Leveraged quality metrics data to assess positive and negative aspects of current operations.
Analyzed issues and recommended corrective actions to improve final results.
Monitored and upheld safe operating procedures and clean area mandates to meet regulatory requirements.
Participated in technical trainings and workshops to improve skills set and boost overall knowledge.
02/2019 to 08/2019
RN Infusion Therapy ManagerPhillips Total Care Pharmacy – City, STATE,
Primary objective of this role was to manage and coordinate the infusion therapy department at a long-term care pharmacy
This included overseeing therapy plans and medication deliver to multiple skilled nursing facilities throughout the state, as well as initiating new therapy contracts and uptake of new facilities
Also included in this role was education of nursing home staff in IV starts, usage of pharmacy equipment and infusion therapy.
06/2013 to 02/2019
Registered NurseGundersen Moundview Hospital And Clinics – City, STATE,
This position consisted of routine direct patient care in the medical/surgical unit, with occasional floating to the emergency department
After about 2 years as a medical/surgical nurse, I did transition to the Specialty Clinic, in which I was responsible for outpatient infusions, wound care, allergy treatments, injections, and a large variety of nursing care and working with specialty doctors (cardiology, podiatry, urology, etc.).
Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Documented nursing intervention and patient and family responses in compliance with hospital policies.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Evaluated intensive care patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Education and Training
Expected in 12/2017
Bachelor of Science: Nursing University of Wisconsin - Madison - Madison, WI GPA:
Expected in 12/2003
Associate of Science: Nursing Western Technical College - La Crosse, WI GPA:
Expected in
Master of Science: Nursing Leadership & Management University of Wisconsin-Madison - Madison, WI, GPA:
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