Alexx Blumetti
Wayne,NJ
Summary
Accomplished healthcare professional with a proven track record at Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation, excelling in team leadership and quality assurance. Demonstrated expertise in infection control and process improvement, significantly enhancing patient safety and satisfaction. Skilled in direct patient care and fostering professional growth among peers, embodying a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement in healthcare settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Quality Management
Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation Inc.
03.2023 - Current
- Enforced compliance with government regulations and company policies.
- Implemented best practice policies for patient education and patient and staff safety.
- Reduced customer complaints by establishing effective corrective and preventive actions plans.
- Ensured adherence to company policies and procedures through regular quality management system reviews and updates.
- Led cross-functional teams in root cause analysis efforts, resolving complex quality issues.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives, resulting in significant process improvements and waste reduction.
Registered Nurse
Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation Inc.
08.2018 - 03.2023
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Employee Health/Infection Control Nurse
Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation Inc.
02.2022 - 03.2023
- Implemented isolation precautions for high-risk patients, minimizing exposure risks to others within the healthcare environment.
- Conducted regular audits of clinical practices related to infection control measures, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted recommendations.
- Evaluated hospital-onset and healthcare-acquired infections by conducting root cause analysis.
- Organized and led regular training sessions for staff members on infection prevention topics, ensuring continuous professional development opportunities.
- Responded promptly to workplace incidents, providing immediate care and coordinating appropriate follow-up treatment when necessary.
- Promoted a culture of safety by collaborating with management to establish clear policies and procedures for injury prevention.
- Maintained accurate records of employee health data, ensuring confidentiality and adherence to HIPAA guidelines.
Education
Master Of Science - Health Care Quality And Patient Safety
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, ALBachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Downers Grove, IL08.2021
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Eastern International College
Belleville, NJ05.2018
Skills
- Team leadership
- Quality assurance expertise
- Customer satisfaction focus
- Process planning
- Process improvement strategies
- Risk management
- Root-cause analysis
- Auditing and compliance
- Quality improvement dashboards
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
Accomplishments
- Implementation - Assisted in implementation of new tracking system that resulted in improved patient care.
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association (ANA) Member
- Board member of Cheshire Home
- National Association of Healthcare Quality (NAHQ) Member
- Association of Rehabilitation Nurses (ARN) Member
- Committee member on the Engagement Taskforce of ARN
- Sigma Theta Tau International, Honors Society of Nursing
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing
- Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) American Heart Association
Timeline
Director of Quality Management
Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation Inc.
03.2023 - Current
Employee Health/Infection Control Nurse
Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation Inc.
02.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse
Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation Inc.
08.2018 - 03.2023
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing
- Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) American Heart Association
Master Of Science - Health Care Quality And Patient Safety
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Eastern International College
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