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
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
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
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
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