Tesla Alley
Telford
Summary
Patient-focuse RN offering 3-year background driving quality improvements and coaching nursing staff to reach full potential. Strong organizational, communication and multitasking abilities. Expertise in managing medical records, evaluating staff performance and developing continued care plans. Goal-driven Healthcare Administration professional well-versed in recruiting, training and managing employees to provide exceptional resident services. Highly organized and hardworking with excellent planning and program management skills. Licensed in TN.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of Nursing
The Waters Of Johnson City
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular training sessions and professional development opportunities.
- Developed comprehensive care plans for patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes and patient satisfaction.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop efficient care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
- Mentored new nurses in clinical practice and procedures, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing feedback and guidance for improvement when necessary.
- Optimized staffing levels to maintain an appropriate nurse-to-patient ratio, promoting quality of care without exceeding budget constraints.
- Served as a role model for nursing staff by demonstrating exceptional clinical skills, ethical behavior, and commitment to continuous learning.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Planned and assigned workload nursing staff to direct patient care.
- Oversaw and monitored performance of CNA staff.
Interim Director of Nursing
The Waters Of Johnson City
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Improved patient care quality by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Enhanced staff competency through comprehensive training programs and performance evaluations.
- Streamlined nursing department operations for efficiency, reducing operational costs and improving patient satisfaction.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional growth and development within the nursing department.
- Recruited hired, and retained highly skilled nursing staff to maintain optimal staffing levels at all times.
- Assessed ongoing educational needs of staff members, designing targeted clinical education programs accordingly.
- Oversaw accreditation processes while ensuring compliance with state, federal, and accrediting body rules and regulations.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
RN Supervisor
The Waters Of Johnson City
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular coaching, training, and performance evaluations.
- Streamlined patient care processes for increased efficiency and improved quality of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging situations.
- Served as a liaison between administration, medical staff, and nursing team for seamless communication and coordination of care efforts.
- Mentored junior nurses in clinical decision-making skills, fostering their professional growth and development.
- Addressed patient concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities in accordance with regulatory requirements, ensuring timely completion of reports as necessary for compliance purposes.
RN Supervisor
Lakebridge A Waters Community
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular coaching, training, and performance evaluations.
- Streamlined patient care processes for increased efficiency and improved quality of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Served as a liaison between administration, medical staff, and nursing team for seamless communication and coordination of care efforts.
- Mentored junior nurses in clinical decision-making skills, fostering their professional growth and development.
- Addressed patient concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities in accordance with regulatory requirements, ensuring timely completion of reports as necessary for compliance purposes.
CNA
Lakebridge A Waters Community
10.2016 - 10.2020
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Northeast State Community College
Blountville, TN05.2020
Skills
- Risk Management
- Long-Term Care
- Critical Thinking
- Medical and Nursing Coordination
- Recruiting and Hiring
- Nursing Assistance
- Discharge and Transfer Procedures
- Facility Oversight
- Staff Evaluations
- Chronic Disease Management
- Shift Scheduling
Timeline
Assistant Director of Nursing
The Waters Of Johnson City
10.2022 - 05.2023
Interim Director of Nursing
The Waters Of Johnson City
06.2022 - 10.2022
RN Supervisor
The Waters Of Johnson City
10.2021 - 05.2022
RN Supervisor
Lakebridge A Waters Community
10.2020 - 10.2021
CNA
Lakebridge A Waters Community
10.2016 - 10.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Northeast State Community College
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