Hard working, dependable team Leader experienced in directing activities in a home health and facility setting, with 35 years of experience. Team oriented and talented at developing strategies, setting goals and training employees. Confident and decisive when communicating goals and vision to succeed. First-class problem solver with excellent interpersonal skills. Excellent communication and supervisory skills. Compassionate and conscientious in managing clients with multiple chronic disease processes and providing optimal care through team oriented collaboration for the best possible outcomes.
Skills
Documentation and reporting
IV and venipuncture skills including PICC line and mediport
Registered Nurse Supervisor, 10/2020 - Current Georgetown Behavioral Health Institute – Georgetown, TX,
Manage assignment of patients with neurological – traumatic brain injury, CVA; orthopedic patients along with other chronic health conditions- responsible for treating wounds, IV starts; Tube feedings; Trach, CPAP; foley catheters, medication administration, PICC lines.
Responsible for supervision and assisting other staff – RN, LPN and RNT’s.
Responsible for carrying out MD orders; monitoring labs and x-rays and notification of MD of abnormal results.
Manage staffing for following shift, handle complaints, and employee discipline.
Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular and subcutaneous injections and monitored responses.
Managed critical incidents and made procedural changes and improvements as a member of the team.
Managed infection control and critical incidents and made procedural changes and improvements
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy
Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations
Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care
Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care
Patient Care Manager/Relief Administrator, 04/2010 - 07/2020 Corizon Health, Inc. – Cameron, MO,
Educated and evaluated clinical and support staff regarding care quality management regulations and standards of care.
Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular, and subcutaneous injections and monitored responses.
Interpreted regulations to identify patient care requirement criteria to be monitored and establish systems to achieve compliance.
Investigated infection control and performance improvement data quarterly and performed root/cause analysis. Educated staff on plan of correction and monitored for compliance. Compliance increased from 80% to 95% within 2 quarters.
Manage 44 employees of multiple disciplines.
Responsible for staff education and orientation.
Assists with performance improvement activities and committees.
Collected and investigated infection control data.
Reviewed overall plans of care.
Reviewed complaints and resolved issues.
Coordinated intake of referrals.
Evaluated overall productivity.
Managed staff scheduling.
Investigated employee injuries following OSHA regulations and analyzed data.
Identified incidents as potentially avoidable events through investigation.
Administered employee disciplinary actions.
Educated and evaluated clinical and support staff regarding care quality management regulations and standards of care
Interpreted regulations to identify patient care requirement criteria to be monitored and establish systems to achieve compliance
Worked with providers to define quality metrics and outcome reporting process
Fostered excellence by example by "setting pace" and being hands on mentor to clinical staff
Entered and maintained departmental records in company database.
Educated and evaluated clinical and support staff regarding care quality management regulations and standards of care.
Interpreted regulations to identify patient care requirement criteria to be monitored and establish systems to achieve compliance.
Managed bi-weekly payroll employees, as well as insurance matters, workman's compensation and compliance reporting.
Registered Nurse Case Manager, 11/2003 - 04/2010 National Church Residences – Westerville, OH,
Managed multiple patients with multiple acute and chronic health issues.
Developed individualized plan of care.
Care of wounds, trachs, foley catheters, chest tubes, drains, incisions, IVs, venipunctures, G-tubes, oxygen, nebulizers, medications, TPN, instructing patients and their families on disease process and procedures, etc.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians
Participated in on-call rotations to deliver after-hours care
Authored clinical notes and updates to be reviewed by patient's primary physician
Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans as needed
Provided home healthcare providers with training, guidance, support and supervision to achieve objectives
Assessed and examined patients and documented history of current and previous conditions, diseases and injuries along with medications currently being taken
Authored initial assessments of patients and family to develop plans for individual home care needs
Actively engaged in on-call rotations to deliver continuous quality care to patients
Took active role in patient and family planning process, detailing instructions and responding appropriately and effectively to questions and concerns
Created individualized care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated appropriate nursing methods to achieve positive outcomes
Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes
Participated in patient and family planning process, as well as provided instructions and addressed question and concerns
Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse, 06/1986 - 11/2003 Commonwealth Health Hospital – City, STATE,
Managed heavy caseload of patients on a Med/Surg floor with multiple medical and/or surgical diagnoses.
Directed RNs, LPNs and Aides as charge nurse on Med/Surge floor in the care of patients.
Responsible for transcribing physicians’ orders and following through problems/issues.
Selected as preceptor to orient new hires.
Administration of all medications, including IV starts.
Educated patient on disease process/management on disease management and medications.
Body system assessments, development of nursing care plans, and evaluation of care.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations.
Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
Managed JP drains and chest, nasogastric, G and peg tubes.
Documented medications administered, treatments and patient procedures performed in appropriate records according to privacy requirements.
Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings.
Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis to asses needs and determine best options for care.
Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
Education
Registered Nurse Program
School Nurse Certification: , Expected in 05/1991 - College Misericordia - Dallas, PA GPA:
Bachelor of Science: Nursing, Expected in 05/1986 - Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania - Bloomsburg, PA GPA:
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Job Titles Held:
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Patient Care Manager/Relief Administrator
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse
Degrees
Registered Nurse Program
School Nurse Certification
