FAITH ANNE MEFFORD
Browder
Summary
Motivated and adaptable nursing professional with over 29 years of diverse experience in healthcare, focusing on acute and critical care environments. Proven expertise in leadership roles, including Director and Assistant Director of Nursing, with a commitment to enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Demonstrated success in collaborative initiatives, such as improving physician-nurse relations, and implementing policies that reduce patient harm. Skilled in teamwork, problem-solving, and customer service. Efficient in working independently, utilizing resources, and communicating needs to minimize delays and increase quality outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Nurse, Acute and Critical Care
Multiple Hospitals
01.2021 - 04.2025
- Serving as a travel nurse in acute and critical care involves providing essential nursing services across various healthcare settings. This role requires adapting quickly to new environments while delivering high-quality care to critically ill patients. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams is crucial to ensure effective treatment and optimal recovery. The experience gained through diverse assignments enhances clinical skills, and fosters a deeper understanding of patient care.
- Delivered exceptional patient care in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.
- Provided care for more than five acutely ill patients.
- Quickly adapted to different hospital protocols and procedures. Often, receiving only a one-day orientation.
- Enhanced teamwork and communication among healthcare providers.
- Enhanced use of secure messaging and EMR systems.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient outcomes.
- Utilized critical thinking to manage acute situations effectively.
Director of Nursing
Wellpath Correct Care Solutions
11.2019 - 12.2020
- In the position of Director of Nursing at Wellpath Correct Care Solutions, responsibilities included overseeing nursing operations and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards. This role demanded strong leadership abilities to manage nursing staff effectively while fostering an environment focused on patient care excellence. Continuous staff development and quality improvement initiatives were key components of this position.
- Led nursing staff to enhance patient care quality and safety with a 20% reduction in subsequent visits.
- Implemented training programs to support staff development and improve patient outcomes.
- Managed operational budgets and resourced allocations efficiently by reducing overtime by 25%.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Greenville Nursing and Rehab
06.2019 - 11.2019
- As the Assistant Director of Nursing at Greenville Nursing and Rehab, the focus was on supporting nursing operations and ensuring high standards of patient care. This role involved collaborating with the Director of Nursing to develop policies and implement best practices in patient care. Effective communication and leadership skills were essential for managing staff, and fostering a culture of excellence.
- Delivered wound care and prevention per CMS standards, which reduced the risk of facility-acquired infections by 50%.
- Conducted assessments to ensure compliance with quality care standards.
- Participated in staff training and development initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY12.2011
Associate's Degree - Applied Science
Madisonville Community College
Madisonville, KY12.1995
Skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Effective time management
- Communication skills
- EMR
- Mx Systems
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Quality Improvement
- Regulatory compliance
- Clinical documentation
- Care coordination
- Cardiac monitoring
- Patient and family advocacy
- Intake and discharge
Certification
- BLS, American Heart Association
- ACLS, American Heart Association
- NIH Stroke Certification, American Stroke Association
Accomplishments
Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society of Nursing
Timeline
Travel Nurse, Acute and Critical Care
Multiple Hospitals
01.2021 - 04.2025
Director of Nursing
Wellpath Correct Care Solutions
11.2019 - 12.2020
Assistant Director of Nursing
Greenville Nursing and Rehab
06.2019 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Kentucky University
Associate's Degree - Applied Science
Madisonville Community College
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