Skills Summary:

Summary Statement:

Education:

I consistently maintain effective communication, leadership, and management skills while always continuing to be a team player with a positive attitude. I am very detail-oriented, organized and goal-oriented with the ability to complete a task thoroughly, in a timely manner and collaborate with a diverse group of individuals.

My objective is to excel forward gaining a position within a nursing organization enhancing my development, leadership, education, communication, and organizational skills.

University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ

MSN/Ed.

Performed graduation speech for class

December 2008

University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ

BSN- Registered Nursing May 2007

Oakland Community College, Union Lake, MI

ASN- Registered Nursing

June 1994

Experience:

2/1/2021 – Current: VA Tennessee Valley HCS, Nashville, TN; Registered Nurse; Infection Preventionist

Registered Nurse Grade III/Step 10 with unencumbered Tennessee Nursing license.

Identifies, reduces, and prevents health care related infection/colonization in patients by identifying risks and implementing effective infection prevention and control measures based on current standards.

Coordinate’s patient care delivery to ensure quality care according to established standards of care/practice, policy and procedure.

Establishes priorities and makes ethically-sound decisions to ensure safe patient care.

Document patient data to ensure continuity in the provision and coordination of patient care.

Provide education and training regarding infection prevention of CAUTI, CLABSI, VAP, HAP, Hand Hygiene techniques, etc.

Daily, weekly and monthly reports regarding infection rates throughout TVHS, Tennessee Department of Health and VA National.

Hand hygiene surveillance weekly and update leaders regarding results.

Collaborate with all aspects within TVHS for any implementation regarding infection prevention measures and improved compliance rates.

An active participant in multiple committees including:

1.Environment of Care committee rounds

2.Construction rounds

3.VISN 9 Community of Practice Infection Prevention

4.Monthly MPC meeting

5.Weekly Infection Prevention meeting

6.Weekly Infection Prevention & Infectious Disease meeting

5/15/2017 – 1/31/2021: ECHCHS, Denver, CO; Registered Nurse; Clinical Educator Southern Clinics

Registered Nurse Grade III/Step 10 with current unencumbered Colorado nursing license.

Interim BLS Program Director; Quickly adapted to this change and prepared for unforeseen circumstances by implementing documentation sheets for data collecting, SOP for infection control of CPR equipment during COVID, monthly compliance and deficiency reports and improved RQI enrollment throughout ECHCS from 60% - 90% over the last 10 months.

Successfully organized and managed RQI, BLS/ACLS meetings throughout ECHCS to educate, update and provide positive recognition for the support of these programs to the Instructors and RQI Super users throughout ECHCS.

Implemented 14 extra VAM stations throughout ECHCS for a total of 23 VAM stations utilized in every clinic and medical facility within ECHCS.

Able to facilitate CPR data through data analytics to appropriate leadership and committees to improve employee competence and confidence with CPR requirements and positively affect Veteran outcomes.

Collaborate with TMS Domain Manager for implementation of CPR waiver process through the LEAF program for improved tracking and compliance throughout ECHCS.

Managed 9 BLS Instructors & 40 RQI Super users/Champions throughout ECHCS.

Certified BLS Instructor & TCF, TEACH & CDSMP Instructor.

PMDB Master Trainer and assisted with maintaining PMDB compliance throughout ECHCS. Instructed 3 Train the Trainer courses with 100% completion rate of attendees.

Provide current education to all staff during scheduled meetings for BLS, PMDB, TEACH, & CDSMP within all ECHCS facilities.

Collaborate with PMDB Program Coordinator, Scholarship Coordinator, VHEC & HPDP and Infectious Disease to provide consistent education information to all facilities within ECHCS.

Active participant in the following committees:

1. VHEC Committee (Co-Chair)

2. NPC Committee

Complete all TMS requirements in a timely manner.

Collaborate with leadership, supervisors and instructors within the ECHCS Southern Clinics in order to facilitate consistency and clarity with implementation of program information and education.

Proficient with Excel spreadsheets

Current white belt and obtaining certification in yellow belt Lean Training.

Exhibit active listening skills, positivity and reliability when working with a variety of services within ECHCS to provide educational opportunities to all sites.

3/7/2016 – 5/12/2017: VA Tennessee Valley HCS, Nashville, TN; Registered Nurse; Veteran Health Education Coordinator (VHEC)

Registered Nurse Grade III/Step 8 with current unencumbered nursing license.

Provides current, descriptive and appropriate educational information to the Veterans, families and staff within the Tennessee Valley Healthcare System. The materials are required to meet the health literacy level of the readers, be resourceful, up-to-date and informative.

Provides leadership with identifying and addressing ethical issues impacting Veterans and staff.

Utilize all resources within TVHS, TVH VHE Committee, VHA NCP, HBC, My HealtheVet and Veterans Health Library to provide the most current educational material to Veterans and their families.

Collaborates with VHEC in Murfreesboro, TN, regarding the budget for Veteran education within the TVHS system.

Maintain all inventory of Veteran Health Education material.

An active participant in multiple committees including:

1. Primary Care Staff Meeting

2. Patient Centered Care Committee

3. Health Behavior Committee

4. NCP Committee

5. VHEI Committee

6. HPDP Subcommittee

7. Stroke Committee

8. Gateway to Healthy Living

Assist with TEACH and Soft Skills course for TVHS.

Attending National TEACH instructor training May 2017 for instructor certification.

Present and instruct on Veteran Health Education information in all Nursing Core Orientations with 100% compliance in completion.

Complete all required TMS courses in a timely manner.

Completes quarterly visits to CBOCS in the northern and western region of the Tennessee Valley HCS. During visits, delivers educational material, discusses Veteran education healthcare needs and addresses any concerns related to Veteran education.

Chairperson of VHE Committee.

9/2015 – 3/2016: Marian University Indianapolis, IN.

Lead Clinical Instructor; Accelerated BSN Online Program

Facilitate effective student learning in the clinical setting and via the online learning environment.

Ensure effective evaluations of student practice while providing a supportive learning environment.

Participate in the development and progress of the academic programs by contributing to the development of curriculum, teaching materials, and evaluation measures.

Collaborate effectively with the Healthcare Partner and its staff.

Maintains clinical competence and knowledge in area of expertise.

9/2015 – 5/2016: Aquinas College, Nashville, TN

Adjunct Instructor – Health Assessment NUR 375; RN-BSN Program

Educate nursing students in the classroom and simulation lab setting regarding Health and Physical Assessment across the lifespan in the RN-BSN program.

Maintain all standards of college mission and philosophy regarding nursing education.

2009-2015: Aquinas College Nashville, TN

Clinical Coordinator & Assistant Professor – Health Assessment; NUR 375, NUR 245, NUR 110 & NUR 135

Clinical Coordinator for all courses within the School of Nursing (ASN, BSN, RN-BSN, MSN).

Organize, manage and maintain accurate documents for all students and faculty to enter into the clinical setting.

Continuously verify all clinical criteria for facilities and maintain compliance.

Educate nursing students in the classroom and simulation lab setting regarding Health and Physical Assessment, Fundamentals of Nursing and Pharmacology across the lifespan in the BSN, RN-BSN and ASN program.

Maintain all standards of college mission and philosophy regarding nursing education.

Chairperson of School of Nursing Academic Standards Committee

Member of the Admissions Committee for Aquinas College

Preceptor to MSN students fall 2014 and fall 2015

2010: Vanderbilt University School of Nursing Nashville, TN Lecturer in Nursing - N227 & N245

Mentor nursing students in assessment, lab and clinical setting regarding Fundamentals of Medical/Surgical nursing, including the nursing process and basic clinical skills, and leadership in the healthcare setting.

Provide written evaluation and feedback regarding clinical skills and knowledge on a weekly basis.

Endorse all aspects of Vanderbilt University School of Nursing mission and philosophy.

Emphasize a high level of professionalism, competency and collaboration with all faculty members, staff and students.

2006-2009: Tennessee Technology Center Nashville, TN Practical Nursing Instructor - Practical Nursing Program

Curriculum design and development, implementation and teaching of IV therapy course online with RODP.

Leading, supervising and educating practical nursing students in the classroom and clinical setting with Med/Surg, Mental Health and Obstetrical knowledge and experience.

Clinical assignments completed at NHC Hendersonville, Skyline-Madison Campus, Middle Tennessee Mental Health and Stonecrest Hospital.

Successfully maintaining practical nursing program 100% NCLEX-PN board passage rate.

Effective leadership, collaboration and delegation skills used during COE Distance Learning committee as chairperson.

2004-2006: Hendersonville Medical Center Hendersonville, TN; Registered Nurse - Radiology

Monitoring all aspects of patient care during diagnostic procedures.

Open communication between patients, technicians, radiologists and physicians.

Received Star Recognition for clinical performance April 2005.

Voluntarily assist in all positions when and where needed.

Maintained ACLS, BLS certifications.

2001-2002: Holmes Regional Medical Center Melbourne, FL

Registered Nurse - Cardiology

Well-organized with ability to accurately care for diverse cardiac patients while consistently meeting or exceeding manager's goals.

Maintained excellent communication skills, team player and identification with resolution of problems.

Received Nomination for Nurse Excellence Award.

Maintained ACLS, BLS certifications.

1994-1999 : Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital Commerce, MI

Registered Nurse - Obstetrics

Team leader by organizing daily assignments and managing shifts.

Oriented new employees, assisted physicians and maintained high standards of excellence among patients and staff.

Prepared and presented Teen Lamaze and Lamaze Review course for perspective parents.

Active participation in Nurse Practice Council, Teaching and Breast Feeding committees.

Able to properly perform sterile technique in the delivery area.

Memberships: The Honor Society of Nursing, Sigma Theta Tau International-Omicron Delta Chapter and National League of Nursing

Certificate & License: Colorado Registered Nurse License # 1653147- Exp. 9/30/2022

American Heart Association Health Care Provider (BLS RQI) - Exp.

06/2022

American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support

(ACLS RQI) – Exp. 06/2022

BLS TCF – Expires 7/2021

Conferences & Training:

*LEAN Yellow Belt Certified Denver, CO. – 11/2020

*PMDB Recalibration Albany, NY. – 06/2019

*Simulation Instructor Course Palo Alto, CA. – 03/2018

*Ethics and Professionalism Moral Distress: What is Moral Distress Webinar – 10/2016

*Concept-Based Curriculum Workshop, MTSU – 5/2015

*CNE Review Course, Indiana University – 6/2013

*Excelsior College Consultant for Test Development Albany, NY. - 7/2012

*NLN Immersion Conference New Orleans, LA. – 6/2012

*Participant in EHR Focus Group “Learn to Chart EHR” for F.A. Davis - 6/2012

*Assessment Technologies Institute (ATI) Educator Enrichment Conference Austin Peay University – 3/2012

*COPA conference – February, May & October 2012

*Belmont University Nursing Simulation Conference –

November 2011 & 2012

References: Available Upon Request

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