Stephanie Adams
Covington,VA
Summary
Dynamic Nurse Manager at HCA Lewis Gale Allegany with a proven track record in staff leadership and quality improvement. Expert in crisis intervention and clinical supervision, successfully enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based practices. Recognized for fostering a collaborative environment and maintaining high standards of care. Focused on team collaboration and achieving results, with reputation for reliability and adaptability.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Manager
HCA Lewis Gale Allegany
08.2019 - Current
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Fostered open communication among nurses through regular team meetings, promoting collaboration and shared decision making.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate records and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
- Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the department, conducting regular risk assessments and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and ethical considerations in all aspects of care delivery.
Charge Nurse
HCA Lewis Gale Alleghany
03.2015 - 08.2019
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
- Oversaw administration of medication, ensuring adherence to strict safety protocols, thereby maintaining patient safety.
- Maintained high standards of patient care during high-volume shifts, managing patient assignments to optimize nurse workload.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Charge Nurse
Alleghany Health and Rehabilitation Center
06.2004 - 01.2012
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
- Reduced medication errors by establishing stringent medication administration procedures.
- Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Managed supply of medical equipment and consumables, ensuring availability and reducing instances of stock-outs.
- Enhanced patient care quality by leading team of nurses to adopt evidence-based practices.
- Coordinated daily nursing activities to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, significantly reducing risk of non-compliance.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Education
No Degree -
Hollins College
Roanoke, VANo Degree - Nursing
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VAAssociate of Applied Science - Nursing
Dabney S. Lancaster Community College
Clifton Forge, VA06-2012
Skills
- Staff supervision
- Critical thinking
- Quality improvement
- Department management
- Staff leadership
- Clinical supervision
- Direct patient care
- Staff coaching and mentoring
- Staff assignments
- Treatment Planning
- Crisis intervention
Timeline
Nurse Manager
HCA Lewis Gale Allegany
08.2019 - Current
Charge Nurse
HCA Lewis Gale Alleghany
03.2015 - 08.2019
Charge Nurse
Alleghany Health and Rehabilitation Center
06.2004 - 01.2012
No Degree -
Hollins College
No Degree - Nursing
Liberty University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Dabney S. Lancaster Community College
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