Nursing educator and program coordinator with extensive experience at Hanover County Public Schools. Specializes in curriculum development and regulatory compliance, leading to improved student outcomes. Proficient in budget management and team collaboration, promoting excellence in health science education. Dedicated to empowering future healthcare professionals through innovative teaching methods, organized student health clubs, and maintaining adherence to state regulatory standards.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
HOSA Primary Advisor
Hanover County Public Schools
Mechanicsville
08.2024 - Current
Facilitates student success by guiding the integration of HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) activities with health science education, while serving as a teacher and mentor, and providing resources to support career development.
Established and maintained connections with individuals and groups to enhance chapter outreach, along with securing administrative support to ensure the operational efficiency of the local chapter.
Organized local chapter events (Red Cross Blood Drives, Walks for Awareness, etc.) to promote engagement and participation among students.
Managed budgets for monthly events and travel expenses for state and international leadership conferences.
Nursing Program Coordinator
Hanover County Public Schools
Mechanicsville
08.2023 - Current
Coordinates and leads all elements of the nurse aide program at Hanover High School, guaranteeing adherence to Virginia Board of Nursing regulations (nurse aide), while preparing for and engaging in accreditation visits, and upholding necessary records.
Interact with faculty, students, clinical agencies, government agencies to optimize program execution and promote student achievement.
Analyze and oversee program results, measuring effectiveness of program while pinpointing areas for development.
Coordinate program resources, integrating budget, materials, and facilities, to facilitate program operations.
Primary Nursing Instructor
Hanover County Public Schools
Mechanicsville
08.2020 - Current
Mentored and assisted with the orientation and training of new and experienced nursing instructor staff members on curriculum development and teaching techniques.
Conducted competency evaluations of students in the classroom, laboratory, and hospital settings.
Provided guidance on professional certifications, such as Certified Nurse Aide (CNA), and Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A).
Monitored student learning outcomes and provided feedback to ensure mastery of course material, while enforcing compliance with all regulatory requirements related to accreditation standards.
Curriculum development with yearly didactic planning/pacing guides.
Participated in faculty meetings to discuss departmental policies and procedures.
Trained and certified nurse aide students on CPR, AED, Heartsavers, and BLS techniques and principles.
Remained current in instructional methods and evidence-based, best practice nurse aide and patient care technician concepts, and the impact such concepts place on program students' education.
Senior Staff Nurse
Bon Secours Health System, Inc (MRMC)
Mechanicsville
05.2009 - 08.2020
Managed acute changes in patient status through rapid identification of problems and initiation of interventions.
Developed strategies for the improvement of nursing services; monitored outcomes for the effectiveness of program implementation.
Evaluated the performance of assigned personnel, and provided feedback to promote professional development through monthly and quarterly chart audits.
Monitored medication administration according to physician orders; ensured accuracy of dosage calculations prior to administering medications.
Provided direct patient care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations.
Assessed and evaluated patient care needs, developed individualized care plans, and maintained accurate medical records.
Participated in departmental meetings to discuss patient issues, concerns, goals; offered solutions when appropriate.
Reviewed, updated, and created policies and procedures to ensure patient safety.
Education
Certificate of Curriculum Review - Curriculum Review Panelist
Virginia Department of Education
Richmond, VA
01-2025
CPR/BLS Certified Trainer - CPR/BLS Instructor
American Heart Association
Richmond, VA
08-2022
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Registered Nurse
Bon Secours College of Nursing
Richmond, VA
05-2019
Nursing Diploma - Registered Nurse
Bon Secours School of Nursing
Richmond, VA
05-2009
Associate of Applied Science - College Graduate
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Richmond, VA
05-2005
Skills
Program coordination
Curriculum development and instructional design
Team collaboration and communication
Budget management
Regulatory compliance
Prioritization of multiple tasks
Timeline
HOSA Primary Advisor
Hanover County Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
Nursing Program Coordinator
Hanover County Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Primary Nursing Instructor
Hanover County Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
Senior Staff Nurse
Bon Secours Health System, Inc (MRMC)
05.2009 - 08.2020
Certificate of Curriculum Review - Curriculum Review Panelist