September Ferris State University-Big Rapids, Michigan 49307
2008 to Bachelor of Science in Nursing August 2010 GPA: 3.6 Educational leadership and management experience including nursing role development, theory and evidence based practice, context for nursing care, research, cognitive growth, and advancement of the nursing profession.
August 2000 West shore Community College-Scottville, Michigan 49445
to May 2002 Associate Degree in Nursing GPA: 3.5 Clinical experience including Medical, Surgical, Maternity, Psychiatrics, Pediatrics, and Geriatrics. Instruction on Leadership and Professional tactics.
August 1997 Ivy Tech State College-Elkhart, Indiana 46516
to May 2000 Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing GPA: 3.2 Clinical Experience including Medical, Surgical, Maternity, Pediatrics and Geriatrics.
HEALTHCARE EXPERIENCE
November Memorial Medical Center of West Michigan
2007 to 1 Atkinson Drive Present Ludington, Michigan 49431 (231) 843-2591 Discharge Planner/Continuing Care Coordinator Comprehensive planning for patient discharge needs (medical, surgical, pediatrics, and obstetrics). Ordering of DME equipment, paperwork for ECF and acute hospital transfers, family/patient counseling/education, and documentation pertaining to such. Insurance coverage calls and prior authorizations when implicated. Clinical quality and quality assurance assessment, planning, and documentation as assigned. Assist with implementation of new forms, policies, and patient education needs. Clinical tasks and nursing floor assistance as needed. Other tasks as assigned by Clinical Quality Manager. May 2007 Oakview Medical Care Facility to 1001 Diana Street November Ludington, Michigan 49431 (231) 845-5185 2007 Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse Set-up and medication administration. Diverse treatment implementation including but not limited to simple and complex dressings, respiratory treatments, tracheostomy care, implementation and monitoring IV therapy including peripheral, central line and port-a- catheters. Charge nurse duties including resident admission-discharge and ongoing assessments and documentation. Resident assessment reports to physicians and implementation of physician orders. Monitoring and supervision of nurse aide, LPN and RN floor staff. . January Sentara Nursing Center of Virginia Beach 2006 to Virginia Beach, Virginia (757) 306-2700 January Clinical Manager of Long Term Care Unit 2007 Supervision of daily nursing tasks and clinical care provided by nursing staff. Monitoring and tracking of incident/accident reports on the unit. Investigation and assessment of any unusual occurrence on the unit. Coordinated and completed MDS assessments for the long term care unit. Monitored and assisted in disciplinary action of the nursing staff. Education and assistance with all clinical nursing procedures as needed (i.e.: g-tube care/meds, dressing changes, IV therapy, blood draws) Knowledgeable and assist in compliance of Federal regulations and state rules in long term care. Monitor/evaluate/audit of all nursing documentation requirements. Compiled and completed documentation for building CQI (QI) components, including infection control monitoring and documentation. Held monthly staff meetings for nursing education and improvement needs. Attended and coordinated weekly standard of care meetings for QI/Survey purposes. Participate and coordinate resident admissions and discharges. Perform investigations for abuse and complaints. Monitor staff hours and assist in oversight of nursing department budget. Monitor and document pressure ulcer prevention and healing. Participate in key role with state survey.
November Tendercare of Ludington Nursing/Rehab Facility
2004 to Ludington, Michigan (231) 845-6291 January Assistant Director of Nursing 2006 Supervision of daily nursing tasks to provide day to day resident care. Monitoring of Incident/ accident reports in the facility. Monitor and evaluate assessment schedules for both Medicaid and Medicare coordinators. Supervision of scheduler/central supply coordinator and all nurses and nurse aide staff. Disciplinary follow-up as needed with nursing and nurse aide staff. Education and assistance with all clinical nursing procedures as needed (i.e.: tracheostomy care, dressing changes, IV therapy, blood draws). Compiled and completed documentation for building CQI (QI) components, including infection control monitoring and documentation. Knowledgeable and assist in compliance of Federal regulations and state rules in long term care. Perform as nurse educator coordinator of nursing and team meetings. Participate and coordinate resident admissions and discharges. Perform investigations for abuse and complaints. Monitor staff hours and assist in oversight of nursing department budget. Monitor and document pressure ulcer prevention and healing. Participate in key role with state survey. Act as Director of Nursing in Director’s absence.
September Tendercare of Ludington Nursing/Rehab Facility
2003 to Ludington, Michigan (231) 845-6291 October Staff Development/Infection Control/Medicaid-Medicare assessor 2004 Interview, hire, termination, evaluation, and disciplinary actions of CENAs. Responsible for overseeing Scheduler, correct scheduling, and budget hours allowed. Head instructor of Nurse Aide Training program. Coordinate and give in-services Bi-weekly and as needed. Head of Infection control program and monitoring of infection trends. Corporate Compliance/HIPPA representative. Assist RCC/PPS coordinators as needed. Any other duties delegated by DON/ADON.
May 2002 Tendercare of Ludington Nursing/Rehab Facility
to September Ludington, Michigan (231) 845-6291 2003 Registered Nurse - Floor Supervisor Medication and treatment administration to facility residents. Medical charting on medications and procedures preformed, supervise/delegate authority to and work with Certified Nursing Assistants. Medicare charting and care plan/ADL updates. 1:1 in-services with CNAs. Patient assessments and teaching. Family teaching and support. Admissions and Discharges to facility. Assist Nurse Managers/Care Coordinators as needed.
January 2001 Tendercare of Ludington Nursing/Rehab Facility
to May 2002 Ludington, Michigan (231) 845-6291 License Practical Nurse Medication and treatment administration to facility residents. Medical charting on medications and procedures preformed, supervised and delegate authority to and work along with Certified Nursing Assistants. Medicare charting, patient assessments and teaching. Family teaching and support. 1:1 inservices with CNAs. Admissions and Discharges to facility. Assisted nurse managers/care coordinators as needed. April 1999 Rosewood Terrace Nursing Facility to May Elkhart, Indiana 2000 Qualified Medication Aid Administered medications and treatments to residents residing at facility, medical charting on medications given and procedures preformed, delegated authority to and worked with Certified Nursing Assistants. Assisted residents with activities of daily living and meals when needed.