Connie Gary

Dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse with over 30 years of comprehensive healthcare expertise, specializing in behavioral health, clinical instruction, and healthcare leadership. Proven ability to enhance patient care, mentor future nurses, and lead multidisciplinary teams to achieve operational excellence.

RN/Relief Charge Nurse - Continue Care Hospital Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville - Madisonville, KY

(2025-01)

Providing comprehensive nursing care and operational leadership in a hospital setting.

• Oversee daily clinical operations, ensuring high standards of patient care.
• Coordinate staff schedules and resource allocation to optimize workflow.
• Respond to medical emergencies and coordinate multidisciplinary response efforts.

RN Clinical Instructor / Nurse Aide Instructor - Madisonville Community College - Madisonville, KY

(2014-01)

Educating and mentoring nursing students to prepare them for professional practice.

• Develop and deliver clinical training modules aligned with current healthcare standards.
• Assess student performance and provide constructive feedback to foster growth.
• Supervise laboratory and clinical environments to ensure safety and educational effectiveness.

Staff RN / Charge Nurse - Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville - Madisonville, KY

(2021-05 - 2024-05)

Provided specialized behavioral health nursing care and team leadership.

• Managed patient care plans on a Behavioral Health Unit, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Led nursing team in daily operations, including staff assignments and patient flow.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment plans.

ED RN - Caldwell County Medical Center - Princeton, KY

(2021-01 - 2021-05)

Delivered emergency nursing care in a fast-paced hospital environment.

• Assessed and stabilized patients in emergency situations.
• Administered medications and performed emergency procedures.
• Collaborated with physicians to ensure timely and effective patient care.

House Supervisor - Tennova, Bozeman Deaconess Hospital, Baptist Health Madisonville - Clarksville, TN / Bozeman, MT / Madisonville, KY

(2019-04 - 2020-12)

Led hospital operations during night and weekend shifts, ensuring quality and safety.

• Supervised clinical staff and managed patient care activities.
• Responded to medical codes and critical incidents.
• Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations and accreditation standards.

Assistant Director of Nursing - Western Kentucky Veteran's Center - Hanson, KY

(2019-01 - 2019-03)

Supported nursing operations and patient safety initiatives in a veteran's care facility.

• Monitored patient safety protocols and staff performance.
• Ensured compliance with healthcare standards and regulations.

House Supervisor - Bozeman Deaconess Hospital - Bozeman, MT

(2018-10 - 2018-10)

Managed hospital operations during night shifts, ensuring quality care.

• Supervised nursing staff and coordinated patient care activities.
• Responded to emergencies and patient concerns.
• Maintained hospital standards and compliance.

House Supervisor / Relief Charge Nurse - Baptist Health Madisonville - Madisonville, KY

(2000-11 - 2018-09)

Provided leadership and clinical oversight in a busy hospital environment.

• Led nursing teams, managed patient flow, and responded to emergencies.
• Ensured compliance with healthcare standards and policies.
• Mentored new staff and supervised clinical operations.

Staff Nurse / Relief Charge Nurse - Jennie Stuart Medical Center - Hopkinsville, KY

(1997-02 - 2000-10)

Delivered direct patient care and supported nursing team operations.

• Administered medications and treatments per physician orders.
• Educated patients and families on health management.
• Precepted new nurses and oriented staff.

Charge Nurse - Brighton Cornerstone Health Care - Madisonville, KY

(1996-02 - 1997-02)

Supervised nursing staff in a long-term care facility.

• Managed patient care activities and medication administration.
• Ensured compliance with care standards.
• Resolved staff and patient issues efficiently.

Master of Science - Nursing Leadership and Management - Western Governors University (2013-10)

Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN) - Western Governors University (2012-02)

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing - Madisonville Community College (1996-12)