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Cassandra Ladenburger

Bennington

Summary

Clinical nursing professional with extensive experience in team leadership, patient care coordination, and quality improvement initiatives. Strong focus on fostering collaborative environments, ensuring optimal patient outcomes, and adapting to evolving healthcare needs. Expertise in clinical management, staff development, and regulatory compliance. Respected for reliability, integrity, and results-driven approach.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Nurse Manager-Emergency Department

Children's Nebraska
11.2019 - Current
  • Manages clinical operations with 24/7 accountability
  • Mentors staff and Clinical Supervisors
  • Responsible for interviewing and hiring of new staff
  • Collaborates with physician and nursing leaders to create and carry out a comprehensive strategic plan
  • Works collaboratively with other leaders throughout the organization on projects and initiatives
  • Administered performance evaluations and probationary reviews to assess nursing personnel.
  • Implemented quality improvement initiatives to identify areas for potential enhancements in patient care delivery methods.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores with continuous assessment of patient needs and prompt resolution of concerns.

Clinical Nursing Supervisor-Emergency Department

Children's Nebraska
10.2010 - 11.2019
  • Contributed to the development and successful implementation of new clinical policies and procedures that led to improved patient outcomes.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the department by enforcing compliance with established protocols and policies.
  • Successfully managed high-stress situations with calmness and effective decision-making abilities, ensuring uninterrupted patient care during emergencies.
  • Conducted performance evaluations of nursing staff, providing constructive feedback and identifying opportunities for professional growth.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency within the unit through strategic delegation, task prioritization, and resource allocation.

Bedside RN/Relief Charge Nurse-Med/Surg/IMC

Children's Nebraska
06.2005 - 10.2010
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.

Education

MBA - Healthcare Management

Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO
08-2026

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Midland University
Fremont, NE
05-2005

Skills

  • Clinical leadership
  • Nurse leadership
  • Team development
  • Clinical quality improvement
  • Staff development
  • Performance improvement
  • Compliance monitoring

Certification

  • Certified Pediatric Nurse
  • Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse
  • Certified Nurse Manager and Leader

Timeline

Clinical Nurse Manager-Emergency Department

Children's Nebraska
11.2019 - Current

Clinical Nursing Supervisor-Emergency Department

Children's Nebraska
10.2010 - 11.2019

Bedside RN/Relief Charge Nurse-Med/Surg/IMC

Children's Nebraska
06.2005 - 10.2010

MBA - Healthcare Management

Colorado Technical University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Midland University
Cassandra Ladenburger