Dawn Rocheford
Surprise
Summary
Experienced healthcare leader ready to excel in pivotal clinical management role. Demonstrated success in developing and implementing effective treatment programs, elevating patient care standards, and fostering collaborative teamwork. Skilled in strategic planning, ensuring quality assurance, and maintaining regulatory compliance while remaining adaptable to evolving needs. Recognized for exceptional leadership abilities, strong communication skills, and creating a productive work environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Clinical Director
Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care
09.2022 - Current
- Coached and trained newly hired employees so that each understood job responsibilities and requirements of positions.
- Mentored staff members through professional development opportunities, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
- Cultivated a positive organizational culture that supported employee engagement, teamwork, open communication, ethical behavior, accountability.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for clinical staff, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback for growth.
- Developed and maintained strong interdisciplinary team collaboration to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Developed, implemented, revised, and evaluated policies and procedures.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and protocols.
- Streamlined clinical operations for improved efficiency and reduced costs.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans enabling facility to meet budgetary and quality assurance goals.
- Analyzed data on clinical outcomes to identify trends in patient populations, informing decisions on targeted interventions or program adjustments as needed.
- Established partnerships with local organizations to support community health initiatives, enhancing clinic's public image and outreach.
- Implemented strategic marketing initiatives to attract new patients, resulting in significant growth in patient base.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
Clinical Director
Modern Vascular Clinic
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Coached and trained newly hired employees so that each understood job responsibilities and requirements of positions.
- Mentored staff members through professional development opportunities, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
- Cultivated a positive organizational culture that supported employee engagement, teamwork, open communication, ethical behavior, accountability.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for clinical staff, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback for growth.
- Developed and maintained strong interdisciplinary team collaboration to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Developed, implemented, revised, and evaluated policies and procedures.
- Streamlined clinical operations for improved efficiency and reduced costs.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans enabling facility to meet budgetary and quality assurance goals.
- Oversaw quality improvement initiatives, leading to higher patient satisfaction rates and better compliance with regulatory standards.
- Managed budgets and resources effectively, resulting in cost savings without sacrifice to quality of care.
- Streamlined clinic operations to improve patient flow and satisfaction, through meticulous process reengineering.
Patient Care Supervisor
Broadway Family Medicine Clinic
06.2018 - 03.2022
- Evaluated nursing documentation regularly to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established guidelines, leading to increased audit scores for the unit.
- Improved quality of care for patients, conducting thorough assessments, and designing individualized care plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
- Implemented interdisciplinary rounds to foster open communication between healthcare professionals, resulting in improved decision-making for patient care management.
- Optimized resource allocation to address patient needs effectively while maintaining budget constraints.
- Developed comprehensive orientation programs for new hires, facilitating their smooth integration into the existing team structure.
- Reduced patient wait times for appointments and procedures by streamlining scheduling processes and optimizing staff workload distribution.
- Monitored infection control practices within the unit closely, ensuring strict adherence to guidelines that resulted in reduced instances of hospital-acquired infections among patients under my supervision.
- Implemented evidence-based practices within the unit, resulting in improved patient outcomes and decreased rates of readmission following discharge.
- Enhanced team morale by recognizing individual achievements regularly during staff meetings and through informal interactions.
- Managed staffing schedules effectively to maintain appropriate coverage at all times while accommodating employee requests for time off when possible.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the unit, fostering an environment where ideas were openly shared and evaluated for potential implementation.
- Increased staff retention rates with regular performance evaluations, constructive feedback, and professional development opportunities.
- Communicated with healthcare providers to facilitate continuity of care.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided support to promote client safety and wellbeing.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
Pediatric Vascular Access Nurse/Critical Care Registered Nurse
Childre Hospital and Clinics of Minnesota
11.2014 - 06.2018
- Increased patient satisfaction through compassionate care and effective communication of procedures and expectations.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop optimal treatment strategies for patients requiring long-term IV therapy or central venous catheters.
- Prevented hospital-acquired infections through rigorous adherence to sterile technique and proper maintenance of central lines.
- Enhanced patient safety with meticulous attention to infection control measures during central line placements.
- Placed PICC and midline catheters using Micro Seldinger Technique (MST) for best results.
- Initiated IV therapy for patients undergoing dialysis and chemotherapy.
- Applied critical thinking skills during vascular access device selection process to achieve best outcomes for patients.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment, adjusting treatment plans as needed based on ongoing assessments of patients'' conditions.
- Mentored new hires, sharing best practices in vascular access nursing and fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Provided education to patients and their families regarding the purpose, function, and management of their vascular access devices.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all interventions, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and facilitating continuity of care.
- Optimized resource utilization by continually evaluating the appropriateness of PICC lines versus other vascular access methods.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds, offering insights from a vascular access perspective to inform overall patient care planning.
- Championed evidence-based practice by remaining current on industry research and incorporating findings into daily practice when appropriate.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to vascular access care, ensuring alignment with best practices.
- Contributed to departmental goals by participating in quality improvement initiatives related to vascular access care.
- Reduced complications by skillfully assessing and selecting the most appropriate vascular access devices for each patient.
Pediatric Critical Care Nurse
Childre Hospital and Clinics of Minnesota
01.2014 - 05.2018
- Enhanced family satisfaction through compassionate communication and education on treatment plans.
- Assessed and intervened for pain management, ensuring optimal comfort levels for critically ill pediatric patients.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, identifying areas of improvement and implementing effective solutions.
- Collaborated with other departments such as respiratory therapy, nutrition services, and social work in coordinating comprehensive patient-centered care.
- Mentored new staff members, fostering a supportive learning environment to ensure success in the pediatric critical care unit.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to quickly identify potential issues or complications during emergent situations within the pediatric critical care setting.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from intensive care units to general wards or home settings through thorough discharge planning and education.
- Continuously updated clinical knowledge by attending professional development courses and conferences relevant to pediatric critical care nursing.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, ensuring seamless coordination of care.
- Managed complex cases, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient care.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
Pediatric OR Nurse
Children's Hospital of Minnesota
11.2009 - 01.2014
Pediatric OR Nurse
Chilren's Hospital and Clinics of Minnesota
11.2009 - 01.2014
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere by fostering teamwork and open communication among colleagues.
- Assisted surgeons during operations, ensuring smooth transitions between steps and minimizing errors.
- Coordinated effectively with other departments including pharmacy services, radiology technicians, lab personnel to provide seamless interdisciplinary care.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure efficient procedures and optimal patient care.
- Promoted patient satisfaction with compassionate care during preoperative preparation, intraoperative support, and postoperative recovery.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing exceptional care and maintaining a sterile operating environment.
- Streamlined workflow by coordinating closely with the anesthesia team during induction and emergence phases.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives, identifying areas for potential growth or enhancement within the department.
- Provided comprehensive postoperative care, monitoring patients for any signs of complications or adverse reactions.
- Reduced post-operative complications through diligent preoperative assessments and thorough patient education.
- Maximized OR efficiency by implementing innovative strategies for time management and resource allocation.
- Ensured adherence to regulatory standards by meticulously following guidelines for infection control and sterilization techniques.
- Successfully managed multiple cases simultaneously, demonstrating adaptability under high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient safety with thorough knowledge of emergency protocols and crisis management skills.
- Supported new staff members through mentorship programs, sharing valuable knowledge gained from years of experience as an OR Nurse.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge, participating in ongoing training opportunities and workshops.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Capella University
Associates of Nursing - Nursing
College of Saint Catherine
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN08-2025
Skills
- Precision-Focused
- Strong Situational Awareness
- Initiative-Driven
- Detail-Oriented Surgical Support
- Budget oversight
- Ethics and confidentiality
- Venipuncture techniques
- Central line care
- Clinical quality improvement
- Clinical judgment
- Central line management
- Employee performance evaluations
- Central line placement
- Compassionate care
- Family education
- Healthcare team collaboration
Awards
Daisy Award, Children's Hospitals and Clinic, 2008
Expertise
- Neurosurgery circulation
- Patient assessment
- Education
- Medication administration
Timeline
Area Clinical Director
Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care
09.2022 - Current
Clinical Director
Modern Vascular Clinic
05.2022 - 08.2022
Patient Care Supervisor
Broadway Family Medicine Clinic
06.2018 - 03.2022
Pediatric Vascular Access Nurse/Critical Care Registered Nurse
Childre Hospital and Clinics of Minnesota
11.2014 - 06.2018
Pediatric Critical Care Nurse
Childre Hospital and Clinics of Minnesota
01.2014 - 05.2018
Pediatric OR Nurse
Children's Hospital of Minnesota
11.2009 - 01.2014
Pediatric OR Nurse
Chilren's Hospital and Clinics of Minnesota
11.2009 - 01.2014
Associates of Nursing - Nursing
College of Saint Catherine
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Capella University
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership
Capella University
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