Priscilla Mintz-Cook
Saint Matthews
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in teaching and mentoring students. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals. Possesses a swift capacity to learn and apply new skills.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Nursing Faculty
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
3250 St. Matthews Road Orangeburg,SC 29115
06.2019 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Midlands Health and Rehabilitation
Columbia, SC
11.2017 - 09.2018
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Managed nursing schedules and budgets, streamlining processes for cost savings while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop efficient care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
- Mentored new nurses in clinical practice and procedures, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Served as a role model for nursing staff by demonstrating exceptional clinical skills, ethical behavior, and commitment to continuous learning.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures for safe medication administration, minimizing errors within the department.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular training sessions and professional development opportunities.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork by encouraging open communication among staff members and facilitating collaboration across departments.
- Optimized staffing levels to maintain an appropriate nurse-to-patient ratio, promoting quality of care without exceeding budget constraints.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall service delivery within the facility.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Played a key role in attaining high patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering compassionate care and addressing concerns promptly.
- Planned and assigned workload to [Number]-person nursing staff to direct patient care.
Clinical Coordinator Surgical Services
The Regional Medical Center of Orangeburg & Calhoun Counties
3000 St. Matthews Road Orangeburg, SC 29115
06.1995 - 06.2017
- Mentored new clinical staff members for proper onboarding and orientation processes.
- Worked closely with clinic administrators to maintain a safe, clean and well-organized environment in which patients could receive care.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to enhance support services available for patients beyond the clinical setting.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication and coordination among healthcare team members.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards and best practices through diligent oversight of clinical procedures, documentation, and staff training.
- Coordinated, monitored, assigned, and documented patient and clinical care activities.
- Implemented new policies and educated staff on changes.
- Optimized resource allocation by regularly monitoring clinic operations and adjusting staffing levels as needed.
- Coordinated continuing education opportunities for staff members to stay current on industry advancements and best practices.
- Devised and implemented clinical protocols to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Streamlined processes for increased efficiency in patient care delivery, reducing wait times and improving overall satisfaction.
- Created weekly schedules for nurses, taking into account sick days and vacation time.
- Upheld quality assurance procedures to maintain patient safety and satisfaction.
- Managed complex patient cases, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized treatment plans.
- Assessed clinical policies and procedures for compliance with changing regulations.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering a culture of professional growth and continuous improvement within the clinical team.
- Supervised and managed daily activities of clinical team consisting of [Number] physicians, nurses, and support staff.
- Built strong relationships with patients and families for optimized care satisfaction.
- Identified areas of opportunity for process improvements, leading efforts to implement changes that resulted in enhanced operational efficiency across all aspects of the clinic''s function.
- Demonstrated commitment to patient privacy by implementing robust data security measures and promoting adherence to HIPAA regulations among all team members.
- Improved operational efficiency by redesigning patient flow through clinic, reducing wait times and increasing patient satisfaction.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to streamline patient treatment plans, improving communication and treatment outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Claflin University
Orangeburg, SC05-2017
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Calm under pressure
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Problem resolution
- Verbal communication
Timeline
Adjunct Nursing Faculty
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
06.2019 - Current
Assistant Director of Nursing
Midlands Health and Rehabilitation
11.2017 - 09.2018
Clinical Coordinator Surgical Services
The Regional Medical Center of Orangeburg & Calhoun Counties
06.1995 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Claflin University