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Danielle Sullivan, MSN, RN, Director of Nursing, Pocasset Mental Health Center
I am a Pragmatic Idealist who Believes in Diversity and Inclusion to Achieve Great Things
I am a Pragmatic Idealist who Believes in Diversity and Inclusion to Achieve Great Things
I am a strong leader who is kind and makes a positive difference in the lives of those who are vulnerable, who is creating a society that values the lives of those who are vulnerable. I am a strong leader who inspires and empowers others to believe in themselves and in others, who demonstrates how lives are enriched and fulfilled when our differences are embraced and opportunities are created for everyone to have a part in the planning of the future. I am a strong and kind leader who creates future strong and kind leaders.
I am a strong leader who is kind and makes a positive difference in the lives of those who are vulnerable, who is creating a society that values the lives of those who are vulnerable. I am a strong leader who inspires and empowers others to believe in themselves and in others, who demonstrates how lives are enriched and fulfilled when our differences are embraced and opportunities are created for everyone to have a part in the planning of the future. I am a strong and kind leader who creates future strong and kind leaders.
Work experience
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Job Title RN VI, Director of Nursing, Pocasset Mental Health Center Start Date Jul 2021 End Date - Current Job Work experience
Achievements/Responsibilities Provide oversight and direction to the Nursing Department to ensure nursing policies and procedures conform to current standards of practice, philosophy of organized nursing services, and facility/agency mission, as well as compliance with state/federal laws and regulations. Assess and monitor high quality care via rounds, meetings, and workgroups to maximize delivery of care. Champion a positive image of the Nursing Department through effective interaction with patients, visitors, physicians, community, providers, and the general publicKey Project: Improve the nursing staffing structure through enhanced nursing leadership and increased RN presence.Activities: Develop, implement, and evaluate programs to enrich the recruitment, retention, and continuing education of the nursing staff; Communicate and interpret policies and procedures to staff. Participate in direct care activities as needed to ensure uninterrupted services when gaps exist in staffing; assist with provision of care within the day and evening shifts. Evaluate the work performance of all nursing personnel and facilitate ongoing feedback/appraisal. Establish quality and efficiency standards in all areas of responsibility and ensure that these standards are measured and reviewed on an ongoing basis. Partner with Risk Managers and Human Rights Officers to take corrective actions and to resolve complaints when patient issues are presented or substantiated. Meet with patients individually and in groups to gauge perceptions of delivered care to assess effectiveness of services provided. Work with colleagues across the continuum of care to ensure quality transitions of care. Facilitate daily or weekly meetings to discuss patient status, clinical outcomes, discharge planning, staffing/personnel and other concerns or issues. Maintain professional affiliations and enhance professional growth/development to keep abreast of the latest trends in mental health; Remain current on issues and trends impacting healthcare. Supervisor's Name Debra Demuth Supervisor's Title Site Director The supervisor may be contacted YesSupervisor's Phone 508-564-9628 _________________________________________________________________________________Employer Commonwealth of MA Job Title RN VI, Assistant Director of Nursing, Metro Boston Mental Health Units at Lemuel Shattuck Hospital in Jamaica Plain. Start Date Sep 2015 End Date Jul 2021 Achievements/Responsibilities Management and Oversight of the Nursing Supervisor's Office, including Scheduling, Supervision and Development of Workflows, ensuring safe and fiscally responsible staffing throughout five inpatient psychiatric units. Establishing and maintaining the highest standards for Nursing Supervisors, Educators and other direct reports by setting clear expectations for performance and provision of meaningful support. Providing Guidance and Supervision to Staff Educators. Developing and Revising Curriculums , Creating Training Schedules and Materials, and Creating Competencies. Providing Training to Licensed and Unlicensed staff including CPR, Nursing Documentation, De-escalation and Therapeutic Communication, and many others. Filling the role of Supervisor, Educator, and any other Nursing responsibility when needed. Tracking and updating EPRS status for all Nursing employees. Engaging and Leading multidisciplinary teams for Root Cause Analysis after serious reportable events (SREs). Completing documentation for such events and following through with developing tracking tools to allow for continued reporting of identified corrective actions. Building staff buy-in through manager commitment and personal investment in ongoing Performance Improvement Initiatives and Corrective Action Plans.Hiring activities from bid book checks to onboarding. Overtime tracking and data analysis. GAP reporting.Representing MBMHU needs at various LSH and State-Wide Committees.Managing, fixing, and upgrading multiple excel workbooks used by the Nursing Department within MBMHU.*Served as Director of Nursing during multiple extended absences of the DON and during scheduled vacations.*Planned for and ensured essential staffing during COVID-19. Provided support, training, and direction during this unexpected crisis, including working on the units and acting as Supervisor.*As part of the Incident Command, provided key information to and collaborated with DPH Bureau of Infectious Disease to ensure the establishment and follow through of safe, evidenced based protocols to manage a serious COVID 19 outbreak on our units.*Instrumental leader in the planning, problem solving and execution of multiple unit moves.
Previous Supervisor - Justin Douglas - now CNO for DPH at LSH may also be contacted.Phone - 617-971-3482 Supervisor's Name Catherine Brown Supervisor's Title Director of Nursing The supervisor may be contacted YesSupervisor's Phone 617-971-3896 _____________________________________________________________________________________Employer Delta Projects, Inc. Job Title Director of Nursing Start Date Apr 2013 End Date Sep 2015 Achievements/Responsibilities Writing of Policies and Procedures Related to Health Care and MAP Practices within Established Regulatory Standards. Promotion and Support of Hiring Practices Inclusive of Licensed Personnel. Providing Guidance, Direct Support, and Supervision to Licensed Nursing Staff within the Agency. Key Developer of a Standardized Medication Treatment Plan Template that has now been shared with Other Providers by Quality Assurance and DDS Evaluators as their Preferred Format. Within the Scope of Nursing Practice; for a Non-Profit Residential and Supportive Service Agency for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities with a “No-Refusal” Commitment: Act as a resource to Agency Staff on Health and Wellness topics, as requested/ assigned. Provide Orientation and In-Service Skills Training to staff such as Medication Administration Program (MAP), Use of Epi-Pen, Vital Signs, and Glucose Monitoring. Initiate, review, and update Medication Treatment Plans in Collaboration with Behavioral Clinicians and Program Coordinators. Act as Resource to Agency Personnel Regarding Specific Health Concerns and Needs of Individuals served; Training Staff and Informing Senior Management of Best Practices Related to Maintaining Highest Health Care Standards in the Residential Setting. Providing training to Coordinators and Staff in the Management of Chronic and Acute Medical Needs of Individuals served. Communicating and Collaborating with Physicians and other Health Care Providers as Needed to Promote Optimal Outcomes for Individuals. Provide Technical Assistance, as assigned, regarding MAP and Medical Record Audits. Informing Agency and Staff of MAP Revisions and Updates that Impact Agency Procedures, Processes and Protocols. Promoting Agency Compliance with DDS Health Care Initiatives. Nursing Assessment of Individuals as Needed. Nursing Assessment and Administrative Support during Admissions and Return from Acute Hospitalization. Development of Data Collection/Monitoring Tools for Staff. Supervisor's Name Kathryn McNeil Supervisor's Title Chief Administrative Officer The supervisor may be contacted YesSupervisor's Phone 781-449-8545 _____________________________________________________________________________________Employer Commonwealth Of Massachusetts Job Title Registered Nurse III, Psychiatric Nurse/ Charge Nurse, Taunton State Hospital Start Date May 2009 End Date Apr 2013 Current Job NoAchievements/Responsibilities Charge Nurse, Taunton State Hospital.Facilitating Optimal Patient Outcomes as Part of the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team. Mental Status Assessments, Review of System Assessments, Administration of Medication, Implementation of Prescribed Medical and Psychiatric Treatments and Behavior Plans, Documentation of all Patients on the Unit. Ensuring the Maintenance of a Safe and Therapeutic Environment for all Patients. Patient Teaching regarding Relaxation Techniques, Coping Skills, Use and Side Effects of Prescribed Medications, Recognizing Signs of Decompensation, Individual Triggers, and Increased Anxiety. Physician Notification of changes in Patient Status when appropriate. Admission Assessments, Initiation and Review of Nursing Care Plans and Interdisciplinary Treatment Plans. Coordination with the Medical Staff to Manage Chronic and Acute Medical Needs of All Patients on the Unit. Discharge Planning and Teaching. Coordination with Receiving Facilities to Promote Successful Patient Discharge and Reduce Recidivism. Providing Guidance and Leadership by Example and Teaching to Licensed and Unlicensed Personnel on the Unit and Throughout the Facility. Delegation, Supervision, and Performance Evaluation of Licensed and Unlicensed Nursing Staff on the Unit. Facilitation of Therapeutic Groups. Tracking of Nursing Documentation. Participation in Performance Improvement Teams within the Facility. Leader in Fall Risk Performance Improvement Team to Develop Facility-Specific Fall Risk Assessment Tool and Fall Protocol that were Implemented Statewide. Supervisor's Name Mary Ellen Frias Supervisor's Title Clinical Nursing Supervisor The supervisor may be contacted YesSupervisor's Phone 508-977-3000 ____________________________________________________________________________________Employer Commonwealth of Massachusetts Job Title Registered Nurse II, Psychiatric Nurse / Staff Nurse, Taunton State Hospital Start Date Aug 2008 End Date May 2009 Current Job NoAchievements/Responsibilities RN II, Staff Nurse, Taunton State Hospital. Facilitating Optimal Patient Outcomes as Part of the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team. Mental Status Assessments, Review of System Assessments, Administration of Medication, Implementation of Prescribed Medical and Psychiatric Treatments and Behavior Plans, Documentation of all Patients on the Unit. Ensuring the Maintenance of a Safe and Therapeutic Environment for all Patients. Patient Teaching regarding Relaxation Techniques, Coping Skills, Use and Side Effects of Prescribed Medications, Recognizing Signs of Decompensation, Individual Triggers, and Increased Anxiety. Physician Notification of changes in Patient Status when appropriate. Admission Assessments, Initiation of Admission Nursing Care Plan. Discharge Planning and Teaching. Providing Guidance and Leadership by Example and Teaching to Licensed and Unlicensed Personnel on the Unit. Supervision of LPNs and Unlicensed Nursing Staff on the Unit. Facilitation of Therapeutic Groups Supervisor's Name Charlene Correia Supervisor's Title Nursing Supervisor The supervisor may be contacted YesSupervisor's Phone 508-977-3000 ______________________________________________________________________________________Employer Commonwealth of MA Job Title Registered Nurse I, Taunton State Hospital Start Date Nov 2007 End Date Aug 2008 Current Job NoAchievements/Responsibilities Facilitating Optimal Patient Outcomes as Part of the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team. Mental Status Assessments, Review of System Assessments, Administration of Medication, Implementation of Prescribed Medical and Psychiatric Treatments and Behavior Plans, Documentation of all Patients on the Unit. Ensuring the RN, Taunton State Hospital. Maintenance of a Safe and Therapeutic Environment for all Patients. Patient Teaching regarding Relaxation Techniques, Coping Skills, Use and Side Effects of Prescribed Medications, Recognizing Signs of Decompensation, Individual Triggers, and Increased Anxiety. Physician Notification of changes in Patient Status when appropriate. Admission Assessments, Initiation and ongoing implementation of Nursing Care Plans and Interdisciplinary Treatment Plans. Discharge Planning and Teaching. Supervising Unlicensed Nursing Staff on the Unit. Facilitation of Therapeutic Groups. Supervisor's Name Pat Smith Supervisor's Title Nursing Supervisor The supervisor may be contacted YesSupervisor's Phone 508-977-3000 ______________________________________________________________________________Employer New Bedford Rehabilitation Hospital Job Title Pulmonary Unit Charge Nurse Start Date Jun 2007 End Date Nov 2007 Current Job NoAchievements/Responsibilities Review of System Assessments, Administration of Medications, Implementation of Prescribed Treatments, and Documentation on Assigned Patients. Monitoring Vents, Sterile Suctioning, Administration of Medication Through and Care of IV and PICC lines, Wound Care, G-tube and J-tube Care and Feedings. Patient and Family Teaching about the Disease Process, Treatments, and Medications. Physician Notification of changes in Patient Status when appropriate. Admission Assessments, Initiation and Review of Nursing Care Plans. Provision of Emergency Care when necessary. Discharge Planning and Teaching. Delegation, Supervision of Unlicensed Personnel and Licensed Practical Nursing Staff on the Unit. Supervisor's Name Supervisor's Title The supervisor may be contacted YesSupervisor's Phone
Education
Education
June 2022: Master of Science in Nursing with concentration in Nursing Administration Program (with Distinction), University of Phoenix
July 2015: Certificate in Non-Profit Human Service Management (Graduate with Honors), Suffolk University, Boston, MA
April 2010: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Highest Honors), University of Phoenix
May 2007: Registered Nurse Diploma Program (Graduate with Highest Honors), Brockton Hospital School of Nursing, Brockton, MA
October 1997 through August 2005: Trainings including Parent Consultant Training, Massachusetts Special Education Laws, The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Individualized Educational Programs, Transition, Facilitation and Collaboration, and the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System. The Federation for Children with Special Needs, Boston, MA.
May 1990: Mental Health Assistant Certificate Program Graduate, Massasoit Community College, Brockton, MA
September 1986 through June 1987: Classes toward Communications Degree, Bridgewater State College, Bridgewater, MA
June 1986: Graduate, Whitman Hanson Regional High School, Whitman, MA
Danielle Sullivan, RN BSN , Director of Nursing, Pocasset Mental Health Center
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