Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Certification
Timeline
Generic

Ameisha Crews

Columbia,MO

Summary


Knowledgeable manager with a solid history of managing nursing teams in high-pressure environments. Successfully led initiatives to improve patient care and streamline operations. Demonstrated expertise in critical decision-making and effective team leadership.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinic Charge Nurse

South Providence Family Medicine
11.2022 - Current

As a collaborative leader, with the clinical nursing supervisor, I facilitate efficient clinic workflow, ensure staff and providers are supported, and assist in education needs on a team of 7 immediate staff and 20+ providers

  • Train new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Coordinated nursing care through staff assignments, assisting physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
  • Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
  • Led HgB A1C monitoring QI metrics, produced a 2% increase in less than 6 months

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Fulton Manor Care Center
04.2022 - 11.2022

Oversee a 52- bed skilled long-term care facility

  • Implemented innovative marketing strategies to attract new residents while maintaining high occupancy levels in the nursing home facility.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant information, including licensure renewals, annual surveys, and corrective action plans, to ensure ongoing compliance with state regulations.
  • Provided guidance and leadership to over 50 employees in a 52-bed facility while managing day-to-day administrative tasks.
  • Managed financial performance, ensuring budget compliance and maximizing revenue generation through accurate billing and reimbursement practices.
  • Developed and updated policies and procedures to maintain compliance in accordance with state and federal guidelines .
  • Developed strong relationships with local healthcare providers, increasing referral rates by 10% in a 6 month period and strengthening the facility''s reputation within the community.

District Educator

Good Shepherd Nursing Home District
11.2021 - 04.2022

Oversaw nursing education programs for two skilled nursing facilities, supporting the professional development of over 150 employees.

  • Develop, review, and manage new hire and annual education curriculum for 2, 110-bed skilled nursing facility employees
  • Designed and implemented comprehensive training curriculums, ensuring alignment with state and federal regulatory guidelines.
  • Improved staff competency through targeted education initiatives, contributing to enhanced patient care and regulatory compliance.
  • Coordinate state and federal surveys, plans of correction, and revisits.
  • Quality Assurance Audits and compliance monitoring.


Corporate Nurse/ QA Specialist/Compliance/ Interim Administrator

JMS SENIOR LIVING
07.2016 - 11.2021

Provided strategic leadership in roles ranging from QA Specialist to Interim Administrator, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care and adherence to state and federal regulatory standards.

  • Collaboratively managed nursing departments across nine skilled nursing facilities and one assisted living facility, overseeing clinical operations, compliance, and quality assurance for a diverse network.
  • Served as Interim Nursing Home Administrator for facilities ranging from 42 to 120 beds, supervising 40-100 staff to maintain operational excellence.
  • Developed, reviewed, and implemented corporate policies in alignment with regulatory guidelines, fostering consistency and compliance across all locations.
  • Directed employee education programs, managing new hire orientations and annual training for over 450 employees, enhancing workforce readiness and competence.
  • Demonstrated effective change management by adapting operations during the COVID-19 pandemic, aligning with CDC recommendations and maintaining compliance with evolving health regulations.
  • Led the development and implementation of infection control policies, proactively training staff, optimizing resource allocation, and reducing infection rates through clear communication strategies.


Assistant Director of Nursing

Fulton Manor Care Center
04.2015 - 07.2016

Supervise nursing staff under the direction of the Director of Nursing

  • Oversee Admission and Discharge Practices
  • Wound care
  • EMR/EHR training for new employees
  • Patient care in a skilled nursing facility


Clinic Licensed Practical Nurse/ Nursing Supervisor

Columbia Family Medical Group
02.2007 - 04.2015
  • Supervise nursing staff 8-10
  • Nursing budgeting and inventory management
  • New employee training
  • Deliver patient care in a family practice setting
  • In-services and procedure implementation

Assistant Director of Nursing

Churchill Terrace Assisted Living
09.2006 - 01.2007

Oversee Nursing Department, Supervising a nursing staff of 12

  • Nursing budgeting and inventory management
  • New employee orientation and training
  • New resident admissions and discharges
  • In-services and procedure implementation

Clinic Licensed Practical Nurse

Columbia Family Medical Group
08.2005 - 09.2006


  • Delivered compassionate care to patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring their comfort throughout the clinic visit.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Crown Nursing Staffing Agency/ Kelly Staffing Agency
01.2005 - 08.2005
  • Provide Nursing care as LPN in various locations (BHC/Cargill/Various Nursing homes/Columbia Senior Center BP clinics, etc.)

Licensed Practical Nurse

King's Daughters Home
09.2002 - 01.2005
  • Deliver patient care in a intermediate/ assisted living facility


Licensed Practical Nurse

Audrain Medical Center
08.2002 - 02.2003
  • Deliver patient care in an acute care setting (Med Surg/Peds/OB)

Education

MBA - Healthcare Management

WILLIAM WOODS UNIVERSITY
COLUMBIA, MO
05.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management

COLUMBIA COLLEGE
COLUMBIA, MO
05.2010

Licensed Practical Nurse - IV Certified

MOBERLY AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
MEXICO, MO
08.2002

Skills

  • Leadership and Team Development
  • Budget Management
  • Strategic Management
  • Project Management
  • Policy Development
  • Process Improvement

References

Available upon request

Certification

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA)

Timeline

Clinic Charge Nurse

South Providence Family Medicine
11.2022 - Current

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Fulton Manor Care Center
04.2022 - 11.2022

District Educator

Good Shepherd Nursing Home District
11.2021 - 04.2022

Corporate Nurse/ QA Specialist/Compliance/ Interim Administrator

JMS SENIOR LIVING
07.2016 - 11.2021

Assistant Director of Nursing

Fulton Manor Care Center
04.2015 - 07.2016

Clinic Licensed Practical Nurse/ Nursing Supervisor

Columbia Family Medical Group
02.2007 - 04.2015

Assistant Director of Nursing

Churchill Terrace Assisted Living
09.2006 - 01.2007

Clinic Licensed Practical Nurse

Columbia Family Medical Group
08.2005 - 09.2006

Licensed Practical Nurse

Crown Nursing Staffing Agency/ Kelly Staffing Agency
01.2005 - 08.2005

Licensed Practical Nurse

King's Daughters Home
09.2002 - 01.2005

Licensed Practical Nurse

Audrain Medical Center
08.2002 - 02.2003

Licensed Practical Nurse - IV Certified

MOBERLY AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA)

MBA - Healthcare Management

WILLIAM WOODS UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management

COLUMBIA COLLEGE
Ameisha Crews