Armando Rodriguez Jr
Executive Director/Director Of Health And Wellness
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Career Objective and Goal: CA RCFE Administrator, Regional Health Service Director in an Assisted Living and Memory Care Communities, experienced Home Health Nurse, U.S. Navy veteran, and Senior Correctional Officer, with strong leadership experience and excellent work ethics; pursuing employment in any advancement opportunities.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Clinical Specialist
Milestone Retirement Communities
Las Vegas, NV
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Acts as resource for all clinical leaders and other functional area leaders and team members regarding all facets of resident care
- Conducted routine assessments of staff engagement, consumer engagement and integrity of individualized clinical supports.
- Reviewed data collection across settings to determine progress and participated in professional clinical review of programs.
- Prepared reports and updated required documentation.
- Evaluated, recommended and implemented new tools, presentations, techniques and delivery platforms for training and communication.
- Resolved customer concerns through accurate and timely investigation and partnered with community team members to develop solutions.
- Collaborated with supervisory staff to support quality and integrity by conducting resident assessments.
- Compliance monitoring and review of policies, procedures and protocols
- Assists with candidate selection and interviews of care leader positions
- Provides orientation (virtual and in-person) to all new Eds, DHWs, and DSMs as needed
- Provides ongoing education (especially related to policies/procedures) and mentoring to all care team leaders and team members
- Acts as Eldermark and Yardi SuperUser and resource for care team leaders/members and operations leaders/team members
- Performs frequent site visits to provide supervision, clinical expertise, ensure communication, and to monitor the overall operation of the clinical services department
- Conducts facility reviews based on operational needs, changes in management and commitment to regulatory compliance
- May be requested to serve as temporary Interim Director of Nursing at the community level.
Resident Care Director/Marketing Director
The Bridge at Paradise Valley
06.2020 - 09.2021
- Assumes primary responsibility for coordinating the health care services on a 24 hour /7 day week basis
- Participates in service planning as well as renewal and maintenance of these plans
- Recommends health care service goals and assists in their implementation
- Works with the Administrator to supervise, oversee and coordinate the work of personal service assistants to meet resident needs
- Provides clinical services as needed to residents and trains personal service assistants to meet resident needs
- Provides delegation of medication administration / assistance and health care tasks per state regulations, Nurse Practice Act
- Assist the Lead DSM in creating relationships with professional influencers in the local community so that they will be comfortable referring their contacts to the community
- Visit and make marketing presentations to influencers and their staff in their place of business, e.g., doctor offices, hospital discharge planners, social workers, home health agencies, etc.
- Set and updated staff schedules, delegated assignments and monitored performance.
- Coordinated care with external agencies to best support resident needs.
Health and Wellness Director
Milestone Retirement Communities/Wentworth of LV
Las Vegas, NV
03.2018 - 06.2020
- Provide direct supervision to the medication program and the staff responsible to assist the residents with self-administration of medications
- Responsible for scheduling and performance management of medication staff
- Supervise and direct the activities in the medication room, including, but not limited to: Managing relationships with all resident pharmacies; Medication ordering; Medication destruction; Medication storage of controlled and non-controlled medications; Transcription of orders; and Medication Cart Audits
- Ensure the administration of medications is in compliance with state-specific regulations and Quality Enhancement guidelines
- Provide training and orientation to medication staff, including new hire med training and quarterly training
- Oversee the maintenance of medication order records
- Complete regularly scheduled medication cart audits and counsel in-service medication staff regarding audit findings
- Schedule quarterly medication audits with consulting pharmacist and participate in the review and correction of findings
- Engage in regular communication with physicians, residents and families regarding medication issues
- Perform other functions such as assessment of prospective residents, complete pre-move in requirements, and communication with other facilities and family members.
Home Health Nurse
Health and Care Professional
Las Vegas, NV
04.2014 - 05.2018
- Provide care and treatment to homebound patient
- Monitor patient’s vital signs, reinforce health teachings, provide and administer prescribed treatment, and coordinate care with other discipline.
- Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
- Provided physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Delivered after-hours care to patients based on strict role-call rotations.
- Introduced changes to patient care plans based on regular evaluations and patient changes.
Correctional Officer
State of Nevada, High Desert State Prison
Indian Springs, Nevada
10.1997 - 04.2012
- Monitored and manages the conduct of prisoners, according to established statutes, policies, regulations, and procedures, to maintain public safety and prevent inmate escape and violence.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers.
- Led intake and processing of inmates by handling paperwork, searches, interviews and fingerprinting.
- Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness and safety.
Petty Officer
U.S. Navy, Naval Station
San Diego, California
06.1989 - 04.1997
- Provided leadership and skills to ensure the highest level of customer service and ship supply accountability
- Maintained 100% accuracy and accountability of highly pilferable supplies amounting to over $1.3M of command monthly inventory
- Assisted in the completion of administrative and personnel assignments, maintenance of over 300 enlisted service records, initiation of pay and disbursement documentations
- Recorded personnel awards, education, and training as well as advancement examinations
- Received numerous awards and military decorations for excellence and dedication to duty.
- Mentored and supervised 30 personnel within unit, providing positive guidance for professional and personal development.
Education
Master Health - Administration
Purdue University Global
Bachelor of Science - Health in Healthcare Administration
Diploma - Practical
Nevada Career Institute
Skills
Microsoft Office (Word, Access, Excel, and PowerPoint)undefined
Additional Information
- Licenses, Certificates, and Skills , Licensed Practical Nurse, State of Nevada and State of Colorado Licensed Vocational Nurse, State of California Pending RCFE License State of California
- IV Certified, Nevada Career Institute. First Line Supervision Training, Employee Achievement Certificate - State of Nevada, Las Vegas, Nevada, 2003 Peace Officer Standard and Training Committee - State of Nevada Department of Corrections, Las Vegas, Nevada, 1998. POST III Category Law Enforcement Certificate. Memberships, Honors, and Awards Member, National Federations of Licensed Practical Nurses. Awarded Twice, Navy Achievement Medal – by: Commander, Naval Surface Force Pacific (March 1994) and Secretary of the Navy (August 1995) Sailor of the Quarter (Second Award) - United States Navy, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, (June 1995) and USS Merrill DD976 (June 1993) Certificate of Achievement - United States Air Force, Joint Task Force 160, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, (August 1995)
Timeline
Area Clinical Specialist
Milestone Retirement Communities
09.2021 - 10.2022
Resident Care Director/Marketing Director
The Bridge at Paradise Valley
06.2020 - 09.2021
Health and Wellness Director
Milestone Retirement Communities/Wentworth of LV
03.2018 - 06.2020
Home Health Nurse
Health and Care Professional
04.2014 - 05.2018
Correctional Officer
State of Nevada, High Desert State Prison
10.1997 - 04.2012
Petty Officer
U.S. Navy, Naval Station
06.1989 - 04.1997
Master Health - Administration
Purdue University Global
Bachelor of Science - Health in Healthcare Administration
Diploma - Practical
Nevada Career Institute
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