Christine Maurer
Collingdale
Summary
Healthcare professional skilled in managing nursing operations and optimizing patient care. Adept at implementing healthcare protocols and improving patient outcomes through effective leadership and excellent care. Focused on team collaboration and achieving results, with reputation for reliability and adaptability.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Manager
Drexel Hill Pediatrics
07.2023 - 03.2025
- Led clinical staff and kept them informed of departmental changes and provided opportunities for clinical to share ideas and concerns.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of clinical staff members.
- Trained new clinical staff in proper techniques for floor staff and telephonic triage room in care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed vaccine inventory- commercial and VFC, managed lab inventory, completed OSHA requirements
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff clinical areas and allow staff time off.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a team-oriented environment among clinical staff.
- Established strong relationships with patients and families, providing support and education
- Evaluated daily schedules and addressed any needs to smoothly operate the doctor's schedules
Endoscopy Nurse
Trinity Health Mid Atlantic -Mercy Fitzgerald Hosp
11.2021 - 06.2023
- Promoted patient-centered care through the development of individualized nursing care plans tailored to each patient''s unique needs and preferences.
- Achieved timely patient discharge by efficiently completing pre and post-procedure evaluations and implementing appropriate recovery plans.
- Minimized risk of infection by adhering to strict infection control protocols for cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing endoscopic instruments and equipment.
- Supported diagnostic accuracy by assisting physicians during endoscopy procedures, including specimen collection and accurate labeling.
- Ensured accurate documentation, maintaining detailed records of patient medical histories, assessments, interventions, and outcomes in electronic medical systems. (EPIC)
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care during thorough pre-procedure assessments and IV placements
Registered Nurse
Drexel Hill Pediatrics
09.2020 - 11.2021
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans clinical on floor and through telephonic triage
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions and expected outcomes
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Administered and documented vaccines delivered, medications administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Performed phlebotomy and accurately sent to lab for correct testing
- Also employed here June 2006 until May 2016
Operating Room Nurse
Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital
05.2016 - 03.2020
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Collaborated closely with surgeons to ensure proper equipment setup and availability of necessary instruments.
- Communicated with patient and his or her family regarding postoperative and wound care.
- Assisted anesthesia providers during induction and emergence phases, promoting smooth transitions into and out of surgery for patients.
- Maintained sterile field, collected specimens safely and accurately for lab evaluation, able to scrub and circulate, former CNOR certification
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA12-2015
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Staff leadership
- Clinical supervision
- Patient education and advocacy
- Multitasking and organization
Timeline
Nurse Manager
Drexel Hill Pediatrics
07.2023 - 03.2025
Endoscopy Nurse
Trinity Health Mid Atlantic -Mercy Fitzgerald Hosp
11.2021 - 06.2023
Registered Nurse
Drexel Hill Pediatrics
09.2020 - 11.2021
Operating Room Nurse
Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital
05.2016 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
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