Diana Poudrier
Salinas
Summary
- Knowledgeable Nurse Manager with excellent conflict resolution and problem-solving abilitie. Keeps units running at peak efficiency, quality and performance. Excellent communication and coordination skills.
- Organized and dependable successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Director
Community Hospital Of The Monterey Peninsula
Monterey, CA
05.2013 - Current
- Developed a collaborative work environment for the nursing team by promoting open communication and effective conflict resolution.
- Managed budgets, labor costs, and supply inventories to ensure optimal departmental efficiency and fiscal responsibility.
- Promoted a culture of safety by enforcing strict adherence to hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of nursing staff performance, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement opportunities.
- Navigated complex organizational change effectively through consistent communication with staff members regarding expectations during times of transition.
- Advocated for ongoing employee education initiatives focused on professional development opportunities tailored specifically towards nurses'' unique needs within organization.
- Ensured compliance across all regulatory bodies related licensure requirements allowing department maintain up-to-date standing within state/local mandates.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
- Managed over 80 staff members between a 32-bed cardiac unit and inpatient dialysis program. Providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
- Reviewed department performance and adjusted coverage to compensate for changing conditions.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of staff engagement including Employee of the Month and Unit Practice Council.
- Active participant in various hospital workgroups such as Rapid Response Team, Pharmacy and Therapeutics, Stroke, Hospitalist-Nursing, Telemetry Optimization, Infection Prevention, Medication Safety, and Nursing Leadership,
Staff Nurse
Community Hospital Of The Monterey Peninsula
Monterey
06.1992 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and foster collaboration among team members.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN03.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hartnell College
Salinas, CA05.1992
High School Diploma -
North Salinas High School
Salinas06.1986
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Nursing Assignments
- Multitasking and Organization
- Staff Leadership
- Deadline Management
- Policy Development
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Staff Development
- Workload Management
- Department Reviews
- Multidisciplinary Care Coordination
- Nursing Staff Management
- Quality Improvement
- Patient Education
- Conflict Management
- Direct Supervision
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Care Delivery
- Clinical Staff Management
- Nursing Protocols
- Electronic Charting Expertise
- Quality Improvement Activities
- Patient Admission
- Unit Supervision
- Creative Thinking
- Recruit Well-Qualified Staff
- Set Objectives
- Staffing Requirements
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Train Employees
- Establish Policies
- Resource Monitoring
- Electronic Medical Record Software
Volunteering
I volunteer at Ohana once a month helping visitors navigate the building and offering art to clients in the waiting room.
I volunteer at a local non-profit by bringing rescued animals to nursing homes.
I serve on the school site council at a continuous school in Prunedale.
I started a football booster club at a local high school and serve as the Vice President. I assist with fundraising and coordinate the volunteer program for the snack shack and for parking.
Timeline
Nurse Director
Community Hospital Of The Monterey Peninsula
05.2013 - Current
Staff Nurse
Community Hospital Of The Monterey Peninsula
06.1992 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hartnell College
High School Diploma -
North Salinas High School