Christy May
Cleveland
Summary
Compassionate Charge Nurse with over 20 years of experience in clinical leadership, patient advocacy, and care coordination. Skilled in mentoring nursing staff and enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based practices.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered-( Charge Nurse )
Common Spirit Health Memorial Hospital
Chattanooga, TN
05.2003 - Current
- Oversaw nursing operations to enhance patient care quality and uphold safety standards.
- Refined medication administration workflows to improve operational efficiency and ensure precise patient care.
- Guided junior nurses in professional development initiatives to enhance team performance.
- Executed evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction levels.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary communication, facilitating collaboration among healthcare providers for comprehensive care plans.
- Conducted regular training sessions on best practices, promoting continuous education within the nursing staff.
- Evaluated patient conditions, making critical decisions for timely interventions and resource allocation.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
- Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
- Oversaw administration of medication, ensuring adherence to strict safety protocols, thereby maintaining patient safety.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Direct Support Professional
Life Bridges
Cleveland, TN
01.2001 - 07.2003
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities, promoting independence and personal growth.
- Developed tailored support plans to address unique needs of each client.
- Facilitated communication between clients and their families, ensuring understanding of care plans.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to enhance client engagement and cooperation.
- Trained new staff on best practices in direct support services and compliance protocols.
- Monitored client progress, documenting changes and adjusting care approaches accordingly.
- Advocated for clients' rights and needs within community resources and service providers.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cleveland State Community College
Cleveland, TNSkills
- Decision-making
- Clinical leadership
- Care coordination
- Team leadership
- Compassionate and patient
- Calm and composed
- Medication administration
- Mentoring and coaching
- Patient care
- Staff supervision
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient assessments
- Staff scheduling
- Direct patient care
- Patient advocacy
- Staff education
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Duty delegation
- Discharge planning
- Personal integrity
- Patient management
- Care plan management
- Medication distribution
- Nursing expertise
- Patient care standards
- Issue resolution
- Nursing care coordination
- Documenting observations
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Licensed RN
- Ethical practice
- Health education
- Patient care assignment
- Patient care planning
- Chronic disease management
- Process evaluation
- Heavy lifting
- Training and development
- Friendly and outgoing
- Goal driven
- Evidence-based nursing
- Charting and documenting
- Nurse and CNA supervision
- Care and discharge planning
- Nurse training
- Patient admitting
- Critical thinking
- Medication and IV administration
- Training staff
- Wound care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Attention to detail
- Delegation and motivation
- Monitoring vital signs
- Strong clinical judgment
- Student precepting
- Compassionate and caring
- Documentation
- Patient care assessment
- Certified in CPR/AED/ACLS
Timeline
Registered-( Charge Nurse )
Common Spirit Health Memorial Hospital
05.2003 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Life Bridges
01.2001 - 07.2003
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cleveland State Community College
Charge Nurse of the Year
Awards:
Charge Nurse of the Year
Expert Nurse of the Year
Daisy Winner
Multiple Daisy nominations