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Brandon Davidson

Summary

Dynamic, results-driven Healthcare Executive with over 20 years of progressive leadership experience in hospitals, senior living, skilled nursing, and higher education. Renowned for transforming underperforming organizations while consistently achieving measurable outcomes in census growth, NOI improvement, and operational excellence. Expertise includes multi-site and multi-state operations, regulatory compliance, risk management, and strategic business development, complemented by a proven ability to lead large teams and cultivate collaborative cultures that enhance retention and performance. Committed to advancing patient care and financial sustainability through data-driven decision-making, KPI monitoring, and innovative program development, while adeptly managing multimillion-dollar budgets and navigating complex acquisitions with zero citations during licensure and accreditation processes.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Health Centre Administrator

The Mather
12.2024 - Current
  • - Led project management and successfully opened the Health Center portion of a Life Plan Community.
  • - Directed staffing efforts, hiring nurses, management staff, and frontline aides.
  • - Identified, negotiated, and secured vendor partnerships to support new operations.
  • - Created and adapted policies to meet regulatory requirements for licensure.
  • - Coordinated closely with corporate directors to align on operational needs.
  • - Oversaw procurement of furnishings and finishings for resident care areas.
  • - Successfully passed Life Safety, Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing licensure surveys with no citations.
  • - Improved resident satisfaction and regulatory compliance while spearheading memory care program development.
  • - Developed annual operating budgets and conducted monthly KPI reviews to ensure compliance, financial stability, and quality outcomes.
  • Developed and implemented policies to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
  • Led staff training programs to elevate team performance and adherence to best practices in health administration.

Regional Director of Operations

Elevate Care
12.2023 - Current
  • - Managed a portfolio of 6 communities with the support of regional clinical teams.
  • - Achieved 95%+ collection efforts while maintaining 100% Administrator retention.
  • - Eliminated agency staffing in 5 of 6 communities across the South Suburb to Waukegan markets.
  • - Improved financial portfolio by $4M year-over-year through operational efficiencies and strategic oversight.
  • - Partnered with clinical teams to implement new specialty programs, including ventilator and tracheostomy programs.
  • - Strengthened relationships with Advocate Health and community partners.
  • - Maintained positive long-stay quality measures across most communities.
  • - Focused on capital strategy to replace rentals with ownership, generating $25K monthly savings.
  • - Improved Case Mix Index (CMI) management to optimize reimbursement and clinical performance.
  • - Created and managed community budgets and facilitated monthly KPI reviews with administrators to track census, staffing, collections, and clinical quality.
  • Developed and implemented cost-saving initiatives, optimizing resource allocation and efficiency in operations.

Chief Operating Officer

Chicago Behavioral Hospital
12.2021 - 12.2023
  • - Oversaw hospital operations ensuring ethical, strategic, and profitable management.
  • - Increased occupancy to 96% while exceeding budgeted NOI by $2M.
  • - Expanded Outpatient Clinic by 200%, launching a Medication Management Program for underserved populations.
  • - Navigated successful Joint Commission and OSHA surveys.
  • - Built partnerships to extend hospital services into Chicago’s southern suburbs.
  • - Led annual budget development and conducted monthly KPI reviews across census, EBITDA, staffing utilization, and patient safety indicators.

Regional Director of Operations (Divisional VP Scope)

MGM Health Care Management
01.2021 - 11.2021
  • - Functioned in a role equivalent to a Divisional Vice President, managing operations across the entire state of Iowa and reporting directly to the COO.
  • - Directed operations for multiple facilities post-pandemic, rebuilding census and employee engagement.
  • - Increased Iowa region census by 40%, reducing rehospitalizations below the national average.
  • - Reversed NOI from –$800K to +$50K in under one year.
  • - Managed $55M regional budget, exceeding EBITDA targets.
  • - Reduced agency staffing through strategic workforce planning.
  • - Led investor and ownership financial calls, focusing on NOI improvement and contribution margins.
  • - Directed teams through complex banking transactions to strengthen overall company financial performance.
  • - Reestablished business development relationships with community leaders and government officials, enhancing reputation and referral networks.
  • - Oversaw creation of facility and regional budgets and performed monthly KPI reviews to ensure alignment with board expectations.

Adjunct Professor

Eastern Gateway Community College
03.2019 - 10.2021
  • - Designed and taught courses in healthcare management, leadership, and organizational behavior for undergraduate students.
  • - Created course syllabi, assessments, and instructional materials tailored to the needs of healthcare administration students.
  • - Integrated real-world healthcare case studies and financial management scenarios into curriculum to enhance practical learning.
  • - Mentored students pursuing careers in healthcare administration, providing guidance on professional development and industry certifications.
  • - Leveraged extensive executive-level experience to bridge theory and practice, improving student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • - Collaborated with academic leadership to align coursework with institutional goals and accreditation standards.
  • - Consistently instructed two sections per semester with ~35 students each, positively impacting over 70 students per term.

Regional Director of Operations

Infinity Health Care Management
12.2019 - 01.2021
  • - Managed multi-site operations with focus on compliance, quality improvement, and census growth.
  • - Strengthened community and government relations, driving referrals and improving regional reputation.
  • - Developed operating budgets and led monthly KPI reviews with facility administrators to monitor occupancy, staffing, and quality measures.

Administrator

The Mather
10.2016 - 05.2019
  • - Oversaw operations of senior living community with focus on quality care, compliance, and team leadership.
  • - Built strong relationships with residents, families, and regulatory agencies, maintaining high satisfaction scores.
  • - Created and monitored budgets while conducting monthly KPI reviews to track census growth, compliance, and resident satisfaction outcomes.

Administrator & Executive Leadership Roles

01.2005 - 01.2016
  • - Licensed Nursing Home Administrator since 2005 with progressive leadership across major healthcare organizations.
  • - HCR ManorCare – 8 years of experience leading skilled nursing facilities, consistently driving census growth, NOI performance, and regulatory compliance.
  • - Lexington Health Care – 4 years overseeing operations, focusing on quality improvement, staff development, and patient satisfaction outcomes.
  • - Symphony Care – 2 years in administrative leadership, improving efficiency, building strong referral networks, and strengthening compliance practices.
  • - Extensive additional experience in Home Health and Hospice Administration, focusing on patient-centered care, regulatory adherence, and operational efficiency.
  • - Collaborated with corporate executives to implement best practices in budget management, strategic planning, and quality improvement.

Education

Master of Science - Management & Human Resources

Walsh College
Troy, MI
01.2014

Bachelor of Science - Pharmaceutical Studies

University of Toledo
Toledo, OH
01.2004

Skills

  • Multi-Site & Multi-State Operations Financial & Budget Management ($50M)
  • Census Growth & Business Development Medicare & Regulatory Compliance
  • Risk & Safety Oversight Acquisitions & Post-Merger Integration
  • Employee Engagement & Leadership Development Memory Care & Outpatient Program Expansion
  • Monthly KPI Monitoring & Performance Dashboards Strategic Capital & Expense Management

Affiliations

  • Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. – Member
  • National Association of Health Services Executives (NAHSE) – Member
  • Illinois Health Care Association (IHCA) – Member

Certification

  • LNHA – Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (IL & VA)
  • CPASRM – Certified Professional in Aging Services Risk Management (2017–Present)
  • ACHE – American College of Healthcare Executives (Member)

Timeline

Health Centre Administrator

The Mather
12.2024 - Current

Regional Director of Operations

Elevate Care
12.2023 - Current

Chief Operating Officer

Chicago Behavioral Hospital
12.2021 - 12.2023

Regional Director of Operations (Divisional VP Scope)

MGM Health Care Management
01.2021 - 11.2021

Regional Director of Operations

Infinity Health Care Management
12.2019 - 01.2021

Adjunct Professor

Eastern Gateway Community College
03.2019 - 10.2021

Administrator

The Mather
10.2016 - 05.2019

Administrator & Executive Leadership Roles

01.2005 - 01.2016

Bachelor of Science - Pharmaceutical Studies

University of Toledo

Master of Science - Management & Human Resources

Walsh College

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