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Work History
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Certification
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Alexandra Adesemowo

Valparaiso,IN

Summary

Registered Nurse & Certified Clinical Nurse Leader with a unique blend of public health, healthcare administration, and hands-on clinical expertise. Proven track record in driving quality improvement, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Passionate about applying evidence-based leadership to elevate patient outcomes in hospital settings.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Experience

Northwest Health-Porter
10.2023 - 05.2025
  • Clinical Nurse Leader Residency (Nurse Health Educator and ICU)-360 hrs
  • Collaborated with Clinical Health Educator to develop a sepsis education as part of the hospital's Nurse Residency Program.
  • Adult Health (Medical-Surgical Unit)-120 hrs
  • Maternal Health (Labor & Delivery Unit) -45 hrs

Elkhart General Hospital, Elkhart, IN

  • Critical Care (Flexible Acuity Unit)- 90 hrs

Memorial Hospital, South Bend, IN

  • Pediatric Health (Pediatric Unit) – 45 hrs
  • Community/Public Health (Wound Care Clinic)-90 hrs

Parkdale Center

  • Mental Health/Addiction Treatment- 45 hrs

Facility Administrator

Berkeley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
07.2021 - 11.2021
  • Managed operations of a 72-bed skilled care facility ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
  • Led interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care for geriatric and disabled residents.
  • Championed facility's COVID-19 vaccination program increasing employee vaccination rates from 46% to 90% through targeted education.
  • Coordinated abuse/incident investigations in accordance with regulations.
  • Supervised completion of bi-weekly payroll, human resources, and other business office duties.
  • Strengthened the development of facility's monthly quality assurance committee by collaborating with medical director and interdisciplinary team.
  • Provided staff training on patient safety and care protocols.

Facility Administrator

West Chicago Terrace
01.2018 - 07.2021
  • Planned and directed all operations of 120-bed psychiatric intermediate care facility (ICF) including an average of 75 employees within 10 separate departments.
  • Managed facility with high-risk population throughout COVID-19 pandemic with less than 10 positive residents from March 2020 to July 2021.
  • Championed COVID-19 program by maintaining communication with IDPH & DCHP, following safety guidelines/protocols, updating line lists/spreadsheets of positive cases, and keeping continuous communication with necessary parties.
  • Maintained employee COVID-19 vaccination rates above 90% and resident vaccination rates above 95%.
  • Managed budget of over $3million annually and revenue expectations.
  • Recouped revenue losses via working with the court system, families, and insurance companies to resolve issues of non-payment.
  • Assisted with accounts receivable, managing resident trust deposits and withdrawals.
  • Coordinated admissions including screening of referrals, and intake process to increase census.
  • Marketed to local hospitals to build upon or establish potential referral sources.
  • Revised policies and procedures by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of applicable local, state & federal laws and regulations.
  • Oversaw interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care and treatment planning for residents were consistent with best practice.
  • Facilitated abuse/neglect investigations and documents in accordance with IDPH regulations.
  • Directed quarterly quality assurance conferences.
  • Contributed to recruitment and hiring of department head staff.
  • Evaluated employee performance including coaching and disciplinary action.
  • Reviewed and approved staff payroll for submission.
  • Provides routine and episodic in-services to facility staff.

Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services Director (PRSD)

West Chicago Terrace Nursing Home
10.2014 - 01.2018
  • Supervised over-all psycho-social services for 120 residents with severe mental illness, ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Maintained violation-free department during annual survey for two consecutive years through effective audits.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to enhance care quality and staff documentation.
  • Built partnerships with local agencies to improve resident services.

Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services Coordinator (PRSC)

Alden Wentworth Rehab and Healthcare Center
12.2012 - 10.2014
  • Provided psychiatric services and behavioral management for 60+ residents with severe mental illness.
  • Developed treatment plans and documentation in compliance with regulations.
  • Delivered individual/group therapy, crisis intervention, case management, and discharge planning.

Health Educator

University of Illinois Chicago
03.2011 - 05.2015
  • Community Outreach Interventions Project
  • Urban Health and Diversity Program

Education

Master of Science in Nursing - Clinical Nurse Leadership

Elmhurst University
Elmhurst, IL
05.2025

Master of Public Health - Community Health Sciences

University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL
12.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Pomona College
Claremont, CA
05.2010

Skills

  • Healthcare management
  • Quality improvement
  • Operational efficiency management
  • Interdisciplinary team management
  • Understanding diverse perspectives
  • Strong verbal and written communication
  • Analytical problem solving
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Cultural Competence

Accomplishments

    Theta Sigma Tau International Honor Society of Nursing

Certification

  • Registered Nurse, State of Indiana, License # 28298009A, 2025
  • Clinical Nurse Leadership
  • Basic Life Support- American Heart Association, July 2025

LANGUAGES

Yoruba: Native/ Bilingual
Spanish: Elementary

Timeline

Clinical Experience

Northwest Health-Porter
10.2023 - 05.2025

Facility Administrator

Berkeley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
07.2021 - 11.2021

Facility Administrator

West Chicago Terrace
01.2018 - 07.2021

Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services Director (PRSD)

West Chicago Terrace Nursing Home
10.2014 - 01.2018

Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services Coordinator (PRSC)

Alden Wentworth Rehab and Healthcare Center
12.2012 - 10.2014

Health Educator

University of Illinois Chicago
03.2011 - 05.2015

Master of Science in Nursing - Clinical Nurse Leadership

Elmhurst University

Master of Public Health - Community Health Sciences

University of Illinois At Chicago

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Pomona College