Anthea Clark
Charge Nurse Manager
Huntington,Hamilton
Summary
Healthcare professional experienced in team management and enhancing patient care. Skilled in implementing healthcare protocols and improving patient outcomes through strong leadership. Dedicated to teamwork and achieving results, with a solid reputation for reliability and adaptability.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Change Nurse Manger
Te Whatu Ora
05.1999 - Current
- Led nursing team to enhance patient care standards and operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care plans.
- Monitored compliance with healthcare regulations and quality assurance protocols.
- Analysed staffing needs and optimised resource allocation to improve unit performance.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among staff members, promoting a positive work environment.
- Led staff meetings to keep the team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support the professional growth of nursing staff members.
Associate Charge Nurse Manager - Inpatient Coordinator – Mental Health & Forensic Units
Waikato District Health Board
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Managed resource allocation effectively to support optimal staffing levels and maintain quality care standards.
- Established clear communication channels between management and nurses, promoting transparency and open dialogue.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to provide seamless transitions of care for patients.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring appropriate coverage and minimizing overtime costs.
- Streamlined workflow for nursing staff, resulting in improved efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with best practices and patient care standards.
- Coordinated departmental operations, optimizing workflow and resource allocation for improved service delivery.
Charge Nurse Manager Community Alcohol & Drug Service
Waikato District Health Board
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Advocated for patients' rights, ensuring their needs were prioritized in all aspects of care delivery.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to promote staff development.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork by regularly acknowledging accomplishments of both individual nurses as well as collaborative achievements.
- Championed quality improvement initiatives within the unit, driving continuous enhancement of patient outcomes.
- Led multidisciplinary rounds involving physicians, pharmacists, therapists, dietitians, and nursing staff to ensure effective communication and coordination of patient care.
Acting Charge Nurse Manager Community Alcohol & Drug Service
Waikato District Health Board
01.2013 - 01.2012
Mental Health & Addiction Nurse
Waikato District Health Board
01.2005 - 01.2012
Burns and Plastics - Surgical Nurse
Waikato District Health Board
01.2003 - 01.2005
New Graduate Nurse Programme
Waikato District Health Board
01.2002 - 01.2003
Maitre d
Le Grand Hotel Hamilton
01.1996 - 01.1992
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Human Sciences, Credited Endorsed Mental Health & Addictions
Otago University
01.2013
Post Graduate - Nursing
Auckland University of Technology
01.2002
Bachelor of Nursing Degree - undefined
Waikato Win Tec
01.2001
Certificate - Social Work
Waikato Win Tec
01.1998
Skills
- Addiction Services
- Crisis management
- Strategic planning
- Networking
- Change management
- Communication
- Education
- Critical thinking
- Quality improvement
- Staff leadership
- Clinical supervision
- Conflict management
- Direct patient care
- Performance improvement
- Budget management
- Strong clinical judgment
- Emergency response
Timeline
Associate Charge Nurse Manager - Inpatient Coordinator – Mental Health & Forensic Units
Waikato District Health Board
01.2018 - 01.2019
Acting Charge Nurse Manager Community Alcohol & Drug Service
Waikato District Health Board
01.2013 - 01.2012
Charge Nurse Manager Community Alcohol & Drug Service
Waikato District Health Board
01.2012 - 01.2018
Mental Health & Addiction Nurse
Waikato District Health Board
01.2005 - 01.2012
Burns and Plastics - Surgical Nurse
Waikato District Health Board
01.2003 - 01.2005
New Graduate Nurse Programme
Waikato District Health Board
01.2002 - 01.2003
Change Nurse Manger
Te Whatu Ora
05.1999 - Current
Maitre d
Le Grand Hotel Hamilton
01.1996 - 01.1992
Bachelor of Nursing Degree - undefined
Waikato Win Tec
Certificate - Social Work
Waikato Win Tec
Post Graduate Diploma - Human Sciences, Credited Endorsed Mental Health & Addictions
Otago University
Post Graduate - Nursing
Auckland University of Technology