Belinda Katz
Bucklin
Summary
Healthcare professional with proven track record in nursing leadership and team management. Known for optimizing patient care processes and fostering collaborative environments. Reliable and adaptable, consistently meeting organizational goals through effective communication and strategic planning.
Dynamic Certified Dietary Manager with a proven track record at Hill Top House, excelling in nutritional meal preparation and allergen awareness. Enhanced patient satisfaction through innovative therapeutic diets and effective team leadership. Committed to fostering a collaborative environment while achieving compliance with health regulations and optimizing kitchen efficiency.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
ADON/CDM/LPN
Hill Top House
07.2021 - Current
- Established strong partnerships with community resources including hospice providers, home health agencies, and outpatient rehabilitation centers to enhance patient care transitions and discharge planning.
- Managed staffing needs effectively, ensuring appropriate nurse-to-patient ratios during all shifts.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development while maintaining high standards of patient care.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures that were in compliance with state regulations, maintaining accreditation standards for the facility.
- Led quality improvement initiatives focused on reducing hospital-acquired infections, enhancing overall patient safety measures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Facilitated open communication among team members, promoting a positive work environment conducive to collaboration and problemsolving.
- Assisted in the recruitment, hiring, and retention of top nursing talent by participating in job fairs, conducting interviews, and providing mentorship to new hires.
- Enhanced staff competency through regular training sessions and performance evaluations.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
Certified Dietary Manager
Hill Top House
09.2012 - Current
- Managed a team of dietary aides, providing ongoing coaching and support to ensure high-quality meal services for patients.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations by staying current on industry best practices and adapting procedures accordingly.
- Partnered with dietitians in assessing patients' needs for therapeutic diets upon admission or during their stay at the facility.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and adjusting purchasing practices accordingly.
- Led the development of special event menus for holidays or themed days at the facility, promoting variety in meal offerings.
- Frameworked monthly menus based on seasonal ingredients availability while adhering to nutritional guidelines.
- Optimized kitchen efficiency for better meal preparation and delivery, ensuring timely service to patients.
- Proactively addressed potential issues impacting meal service quality or patient satisfaction by analyzing trends and implementing necessary changes.
- Enhanced food safety standards by implementing strict hygiene protocols and conducting regular staff training sessions.
- Fostered a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork, creativity, and open communication among staff members.
- Successfully resolved patient concerns or complaints related to meals or service quality by taking prompt corrective actions when needed.
- Participated in interdisciplinary meetings to provide expertise on patient nutritional care, supporting holistic treatment approaches.
- Conducted regular audits of food storage areas to maintain cleanliness standards and prevent contamination risks.
- Monitored staff performance through evaluations and feedback sessions, addressing any areas needing improvement proactively.
Education
No Degree - Certified Dietary Manager
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND09-2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
Dodge City Community College
Dodge City05-2004
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- Quality improvement
- Care plan development
- Healthcare administration
- Staff development
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient care management
- Recruiting and hiring
- Nutritional meal preparation
- Dietary modifications
- Allergen awareness
- Therapeutic diets
Timeline
ADON/CDM/LPN
Hill Top House
07.2021 - Current
Certified Dietary Manager
Hill Top House
09.2012 - Current
No Degree - Certified Dietary Manager
University of North Dakota
Associate of Science - Nursing
Dodge City Community College
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