Sylvia Anderson
** ***** **** ****, ********** New Jersey 08016
609-***-****(H) 609 977-1837C).Email **********@*****.***
Professional Background
RN, MSN with 30-year experience in health care. I have the following areas of nursing experience: Geriatric, Med-Surgical, Psychiatric, Neurology, Orthopedic and Home Care. I am a high-performing Health Care professional with strong clinical and people skills.
New Jersey Department of Health- Health Care Service Evaluator Nurse
10/23/23-Present
Duties:
Participates individually and/or as a team member in the inspection and survey of Health Care Facilities state-wide.
Surveys include initial, annual and complaint investigations to determine compliance with State Standards for licensure and/or Federal Regulations for certification specific to all HFS programs including Assisted Living, Medical Day-Care, Long-Term Care or Acute Care facilities.
Surveys are conducted in accordance with unit protocols, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services requirements and State Operations Manual (SOM).
Inspect and evaluate factors such as patient/resident care, dietary services, activities, social services, rehabilitation services and other special areas. Compiles, reviews, and analyzes data and prepares detailed reports relative to survey findings. Participates in off-hour visits in Health Care Facilities.
Assists with telephone coverage for hotline calls.
Employment History 10/2022 -1022/23
Complete care At Burlington woods. Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) FT
Duties:
Nurse Educator
Interview and Hire new employee
Oversee staff for compliance of policies and procedures
Work closely with Director of Nursing and Administrator
Ensure shifts have adequate workforce
Address problems encountered in the nursing department
Assess the work quality of the nursing staff
Staff Education
Development, implementation and overseer of the Sub-acute unit
Implementation of infection prevention and control practices
conduct periodic quality management reviews.
Collect and evaluate data to manage efficiency and productivity of facility.
implementation of infection prevention and control practices.
Educate staff and Resident about infectious diseases and how to limit their spread
Princeton Healthcare Penn Medicine RN Supervisor (Homecare)
02/2014 -10/2022
Duties:
Conduct quarterly nursing assessments & develops plans of care for all consumers in the Program. Assign duties to the RN, LPN & CHHA staff in accordance with the assessments & plans.
Plan & conduct &/or supervise the provision of health education classes on nutrition, exercise, disease management, medications, hygiene, smoking cessation and other health promoting classes.
Coordinate with primary care providers & specialists, ensure preventative as well as specialized medical services are provided on a regular basis, assign duties to the LPN's & CHHA to assist consumers with these appointments and follow-up care.
In collaboration with the Housing Support Specialist, the psychiatrist & the consumer, the RN will actively participate in the Rehabilitation/Recovery Plan and assist with activities, which enable consumers to reach their goals.
. Identify assistive devices &/or specialized medical equipment needed for individual Patient
Prefer care healthcare at Mercer
RN nurse Supervisor (week-end) February 2017---2020
Duties: In charge of 120 beds facility on weekends, supervisor, staffing, direct patient care. Assessment of newly admitted or readmitted patient Implementation of new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements. Instruct patients/families on proper discharge care and education. Oversaw implementation of patients management plans Monitored acute conditions
Mercer County Community College
10/2012-present/Per Diem Faculty
CNA /Nursing Instructor
I demonstrated, monitored and evaluated clinical skills. I prepared students for State examination and skills examination. I oversaw student performances at clinical site and delegated responsibilities and duties for the clinical day. I conducted post conference lecture to establish and direct student learning.
Water edge 01/2011-01/2014
Assistant Director of Nursing
: FT
Duties:
Interview and Hire new employee
Oversee staff for compliance of policies and procedures
Work closely with Director of Nursing and Administrator
Ensure shifts have adequate workforce
Address problems encountered in the nursing department
Assess the work quality of the nursing staff
Staff Education
Development, implementation and overseer of the Congestive Heart Failure Program
Implementation of infection prevention and control practices
conduct periodic quality management reviews.
Collect and evaluate data to manage efficiency and productivity of facility.
implementation of infection prevention and control practices.
Educate staff and Resident about infectious diseases and how to limit their spread.
Berkel Institute
2/5/2009 Present
CNA/CHHA Nursing Instructor
Developed curriculum, lesson plans and provided clinical instructions for students. I demonstrated, monitored and evaluated clinical skills. I prepared students for State examination and skills examination. I oversaw student performances at clinical site and delegated responsibilities and duties for the clinical day. I conducted post conference lecture to establish and direct student learning.
1/2008-12/2010 Robert Wood Johnson Hospital
FT Orthopedic, Med-Surgical, and Stroke Staff Nurse
Duties:
Performed lab test draws and communicated results physicians, medication administration, dressing changes, liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans
Monitored acute conditions
Provided necessary health education, treated patients with strokes utilizing the NIH scale, start IV lines, IV administration, assessed patients and documented patient history, medication administration and treatments, Hemovac transfusion and blood transfusion, educate patient/family regarding discharge planning
Water edge Nursing Home
05/1995-5/12/2007: FT-RN MDS Coordinator
Duties
Review patient charts and document all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, and discharge instruction to ensure facility receives proper reimbursement
Document patient information obtained from interviews, educate ancillary staff on proper documentation procedures, and perform physical assessments, coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients
Water edge Nursing Home
04/1993-5/1995: FT-RN Staff Nurse:
Duties: Medication pass, review patients charts and document, nursing assessment, implementation of orders, vital signs, IV administration, dressing changes, patient/family education
Education
Bucks County Community College 06/2002
ASN
Walden University 06/27/2013 BSN
Walden University 06/27/2016 MSN
Education
Walden University 10/2021 DNP–currently
Knowledge:
Proficiency in the use of personal computers and supporting software in a Windows based environment, including MS Office products (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) Lotus Notes and Electronic Medical Record, EPIC
Prefers knowledge in the use of intranet and internet applications.
Working knowledge of case/care management principles.
Working knowledge of principles of utilization management.
Prefers basic knowledge of health care contracts and benefit eligibility requirements.
Prefers knowledge of hospital structures and payment systems
Certifications
Registered Nurse State of New Jersey
Registered Nurse State of Pennsylvania
BLS – Basic Life Support
IV Certification
Certified Nurse Aide Clinical Instructor Department of Health
Certified Nurse Aide Evaluator Department of Health
Certified Medication Administration instructor
Honors
Walden University National Society of Leadership and Success.
Sigma Alpha Pi, Leadership Honor Society.
Sigma Alpha Pi, Nursing Honor Society.