Experience with health care governing and advisory boards. Extensive nursing care and leadership experience. Advocate for access to healthcare. Committed to the local community through volunteer service.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Patient Care Services
Allina Health
07.2010 - 07.2020
Implemented innovative technology solutions to support efficient patient care delivery and data management processes.
Streamlined nursing operations by identifying inefficiencies and implementing process improvements.
Evaluated emerging trends in healthcare delivery models to inform long-term strategic planning efforts.
Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
Patient Care Manager
Allina Health
02.2000 - 07.2010
Held this position in Surgical Services and the Emergency Department.
Spearheaded initiatives to improve overall patient experience, leading to increased satisfaction scores and positive reviews.
Worked with providers to define quality metrics and outcome reporting process.
Facilitated ongoing staff development through workshops, seminars, and mentoring opportunities.
Staff Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Allina Health
11.1986 - 02.2000
Staff Registered Nurse, Inpatient Care Unit
Mayo Health Systems
06.1985 - 11.1986
Staff Registered Nurse
St. Mary's Hospital
07.1982 - 01.1985
Education
Master of Arts - Nursing
Augsburg University
Minneapolis, MN
05-2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winona State University
Winona, MN
06-2001
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
St. Mary's Junior College
Minneapolis, MN
05-1982
High School Diploma -
Owatonna High School
Owatonna, MN
06-1978
Skills
Clinical leadership
Healthcare management
Community Board Memberships-Crisis Resource Center, Owatonna Arts Center, Free Clinic of Steele County (now HealthFinders), Benedictine Living Community Owatonna Advisory Board (current board chair)
Community Service-founder and board member of Free Clinic of Steele County (now HealthFinders), consultative support to Oak Hill Community Connections, community and global ministry task forces at Trinity Lutheran Church
Certification
Licensed Registered Nurse- Minnesota Board of Nursing. (current)
Various Professional Temp Positions at EXPRESS PROFESSIONALS/ATTERRO/MASTERSON STAFFINGVarious Professional Temp Positions at EXPRESS PROFESSIONALS/ATTERRO/MASTERSON STAFFING