Lisa Nanton
Columbia,MD
Summary
Experienced and skilled nursing professional with a strong clinical background, adept interpersonal skills, and technical expertise. Proficient in EMR charting, patient and family education and support, patient-centered care, and interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance individualized care plans and achieve positive patient outcomes. Committed to delivering high-quality care while prioritizing efficiency. Enthusiastic team member focused on optimizing patient outcomes while meeting and surpassing unit goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forensic Nurse Examiner
Shady Grove Medical Center
11.2023 - Current
- Ensured compliance with relevant state and federal regulations by staying current on legal requirements pertaining to forensic nursing practice.
- Strengthened patient care by developing individualized treatment plans based on forensic findings and psychological assessments.
- Supported families during crisis situations through empathetic listening, emotional support, and guidance on available resources.
- Exceeded continuing education requirements to maintain proficiency in current best practices for forensic nursing care delivery.
Assistant Nurse Manager
Shady Grove Medical Center
06.2018 - 11.2023
- Supervision of ten to fourteen staff nurses and certified nursing assistants on a 24 bed medical surgical telemetry unit
- Managed scheduling to ensure optimal coverage while maintaining a healthy work-life balance for staff members.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and support for professional development opportunities.
- Assisted in budget management, optimizing resource allocation to maximize patient care quality without compromising fiscal responsibility.
- Participated in hospital-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall patient experience and satisfaction levels.
- Maintained open lines of communication with patients'' families to ensure their needs were met and concerns addressed promptly.
- Improved patient safety through close monitoring of infection control practices within the department.
- Increased patient satisfaction by implementing individualized care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Performed real-time chart audits for patients ensuring accuracy and completeness of information while capitalizing on opportunities for process improvement.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members by employing effective communication techniques and seeking mutually beneficial solutions when issues arose.
Staff Nurse/Preceptor
Shady Grove Medical Center
10.2004 - 05.2018
- Responsible for precepting, evaluating and serving as a resource for nurse residents and Certified Nursing Assistants.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Howard University
Washington, DC01.1996
Skills
- Strong Interpersonal and Communication Skills- Verbal and Written
- Intake and Discharge
- Health Promotion
- Safety Protocols
- Patient Education
- Training Staff
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Strong Clinical Judgement
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Active Listening
Certification
- Registered Nurse, R167457
- Basic Life Support
- MSNCB Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
- FNE-A MBON July 2024
Committees
Unit Practice Council Member
Timeline
Forensic Nurse Examiner
Shady Grove Medical Center
11.2023 - Current
Assistant Nurse Manager
Shady Grove Medical Center
06.2018 - 11.2023
Staff Nurse/Preceptor
Shady Grove Medical Center
10.2004 - 05.2018
- Registered Nurse, R167457
- Basic Life Support
- MSNCB Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
- FNE-A MBON July 2024
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Howard University
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