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Camala Lewis-Dixion

Miramar,FL

Summary

Compassionate nursing home administrator with experience managing the daily operations of healthcare facilities. Strengths include strategic planning, staff leadership, and regulatory compliance. Significant impact in improving resident satisfaction and operational efficiency in previous roles. Strong ability to implement innovative solutions for better care delivery. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Claridge House Nursing Home And Rehab
North Miami, FL
04.2023 - 06.2025
  • Oversaw daily operations of nursing home, encompassing staffing schedules, medication administration records, food service management, and financial record keeping.
  • Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations regarding patient care standards and safety protocols.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations concerning patient privacy rights.
  • Worked closely with legal counsel on matters related to liability insurance coverage, employee benefits packages, labor laws.
  • Collaborated with medical directors to develop clinical policies that would improve patient care processes within the facility.
  • Assisted family members during times of crisis or transition involving their loved ones residing at the nursing home.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through regular inspections of the building's physical structure as well as its equipment maintenance program.
  • Conducted interviews of potential employees to ensure quality care was provided by staff members.
  • Administered fiscal operations for accounting, budget planning, authorizing expenditures and coordinating reporting.
  • Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
  • Ensured timely submission of reports related to financial performance or utilization review requirements.
  • Reviewed incident reports involving patients and residents regularly for accuracy and completeness before submitting them for further investigation.

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

University Health Network
Miami, FL
04.2016 - 04.2024
  • Provided guidance to family members about how to help their loved one at home with exercises or therapies recommended by the therapist.
  • Adapted treatments according to each patient's individual needs.
  • Collected data from assessments to measure progress of individual patients over time.
  • Facilitated communication between families and caregivers and therapists regarding treatment plans or any changes needed in those plans.
  • Participated in continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on best practices for occupational therapy assistants.
  • Observed and recorded patient progress during treatments.
  • Assisted with development of therapeutic activities that focused on improving fine motor coordination, gross motor skills, strength, balance, endurance, range of motion, and sensory integration.
  • Provided direct patient care under the direction of an Occupational Therapist.
  • Assisted Occupational Therapists in developing and implementing treatment plans for patients.
  • Performed clerical duties such as filing paperwork or scheduling appointments.
  • Performed in patient advocacy role, championing safety, well-being and rights.
  • Provided support to patients with mobility issues and assisted with personal tasks to alleviate physical discomfort.
  • Taught patients how to properly use therapy equipment.
  • Evaluated patients' rehabilitative needs, developed treatment plans and goals and delivered appropriate therapy.
  • Taught patients to care for and use adaptive equipment.
  • Treated patients to improve fine motor and movement skills.
  • Participated in and supported in-service education and other departmental programs.

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Sinai Plaza Nursing Home and Rehab
Miami , FL
09.2012 - 04.2016
  • Incorporated sensory integration techniques into the treatment plan when indicated.
  • Engaged clients through meaningful conversations about leisure interests and recreational pursuits.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss client progress and plan further interventions.
  • Monitored safety practices while assisting clients with their daily living activities.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on topics such as self-care skills, social interaction skills and communication strategies.
  • Provided direct patient care in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures of the Occupational Therapy Department.
  • Observed clients during performance tasks to identify areas needing intervention or improvement.
  • Adapted exercises as needed for each individual client based on assessment results and physical abilities.
  • Assisted in evaluating new OT technology products for possible use within the department.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments, goals and outcomes.
  • Developed discharge plans that included recommendations for continued follow-up services at home or in an alternative setting.
  • Performed maintenance on therapy equipment used by clients during treatment sessions.
  • Supervised Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants in providing appropriate therapeutic activities to clients.
  • Worked closely with patients during physical therapy sessions to promote better function and lessen discomfort.
  • Taught patients to care for and use adaptive equipment.
  • Treated patients to improve fine motor and movement skills.
  • Implemented post-discharge plans and outpatient care plans.
  • Provided proper ambulation support to patients in need of mobility assistance.
  • Evaluated patients' rehabilitative needs, developed treatment plans and goals and delivered appropriate therapy.

Education

MBA - Health Administration

Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL
05-2022

MBA - Business Administration

Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL
05-2022

Bachelor of Arts - Health Services Administration

Keiser University
Pembroke Pines, FL
12-2015

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance

Keiser University
Pembroke Pines, FL
04-2012

Skills

  • Regulatory compliance
  • Policy development
  • Quality assurance
  • Patient care
  • Team leadership
  • Effective communication
  • Budget planning
  • Quality improvement
  • Healthcare administration
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Employee supervision
  • Medicare compliance
  • Organizational leadership
  • Financial management
  • Safety inspections

Timeline

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Claridge House Nursing Home And Rehab
04.2023 - 06.2025

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

University Health Network
04.2016 - 04.2024

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Sinai Plaza Nursing Home and Rehab
09.2012 - 04.2016

MBA - Health Administration

Florida Atlantic University

MBA - Business Administration

Florida Atlantic University

Bachelor of Arts - Health Services Administration

Keiser University

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance

Keiser University

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