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CARRY ANN Truett

FREEPORT,Florida

Summary

Focused Clinical Director with a background spent opening facilities and obtaining accreditations. Developing policies and procedures, overseeing budget, personnel and regulatory concerns. A highly collaborative leader with skills in assigning caseloads, participating in meetings with clinical staff and ensuring that facility policies are observed. Offering exemplary communication and organizational skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Clinical Services

Ascension At Home Compassus
02.2023 - Current
  • Start up Home Health Office. Implemented policies and procedures and obtained chapps certification.
  • Improved interdisciplinary collaboration, fostering strong working relationships among medical professionals for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Collaborated effectively with other organizational leaders on cross-functional projects, further improving overall service offerings available to patients and their families.
  • Implemented innovative technologies to enhance operational effectiveness and improve overall patient experience.
  • Conducted comprehensive audits to ensure clinical services adhered to established standards, maintaining a high level of accountability across the organization.
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans enabling facility to meet budgetary and quality assurance goals.
  • Achieved accreditation compliance by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of healthcare regulations and ensuring adherence to industry standards.

Clinical Quality Audit Nurse

Home Health Services
01.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced patient care quality by conducting thorough clinical audits and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Increased patient safety by closely monitoring medication administration practices and recommending corrective actions when necessary.
  • Championed ongoing professional development opportunities for nurses aimed at enhancing their knowledge base and skillsets relevant to audit processes and quality improvement methodologies.
  • Promoted a culture of excellence within the nursing team by emphasizing the importance of high-quality patient care and rigorous attention to detail during chart reviews.
  • Contributed to the establishment of performance benchmarks for clinical quality audit processes by identifying key performance indicators and monitoring progress toward set goals.
  • Facilitated effective communication between nursing staff and other healthcare professionals regarding changes in protocols or policies impacting patient care delivery.

Director of Nursing

Rock Medical
06.2022 - 01.2023
  • Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
  • Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
  • Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
  • Championed patient-centered care philosophy within the organization, leading to increased patient satisfaction scores.
  • Improved patient care quality by implementing evidence-based practices and protocols in nursing administration.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by developing targeted discharge planning strategies for high-risk patients.
  • Strengthened relationships with referring physicians by providing timely updates on patient progress, facilitating collaborative care efforts across disciplines.
  • Cultivated partnerships with community organizations to expand access to healthcare resources for vulnerable populations.
  • Improved employee retention rates through mentorship programs, career development opportunities, and recognition of outstanding achievements among nursing staff members.
  • Managed budgetary constraints effectively while maintaining high standards of patient care and staff support services.
  • Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staff scheduling and resource allocation.
  • Developed policies and procedures that ensured compliance with regulatory requirements, resulting in successful accreditation surveys.

Director of Operations

Amedisys Home Health
01.2019 - 06.2022
  • Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
  • Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
  • Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop and execute long-term corporate goals and objectives.
  • Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
  • Managed budgets and resources, optimizing allocation for maximum impact on business objectives.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans to achieve organizational goals and drive sustainable growth.
  • Identified opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement, implementing changes that resulted in significant savings.
  • Delivered exceptional customer experiences by implementing strategies focused on meeting evolving needs and expectations.
  • Established and monitored quality assurance standards to achieve operational excellence.

Director of Nursing

Somerby Assistive Living
07.2007 - 12.2019

Opened a new Assisted Living Facility in Florida. Developed and implemented policies and procedures and obtained ACHA accrediation.

  • Championed patient-centered care philosophy within the organization, leading to increased patient satisfaction scores.
  • Improved patient care quality by implementing evidence-based practices and protocols in nursing administration.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and ensure continuity of care.
  • Strengthened relationships with referring physicians by providing timely updates on patient progress, facilitating collaborative care efforts across disciplines.
  • Cultivated partnerships with community organizations to expand access to healthcare resources for vulnerable populations.
  • Improved employee retention rates through mentorship programs, career development opportunities, and recognition of outstanding achievements among nursing staff members.
  • Managed budgetary constraints effectively while maintaining high standards of patient care and staff support services.
  • Evaluated emerging trends in healthcare delivery models and adapted departmental strategies accordingly to maintain a competitive edge in the industry.
  • Developed policies and procedures that ensured compliance with regulatory requirements, resulting in successful accreditation surveys.
  • Established benchmarks for nursing excellence within the organization by promoting adherence to best practice standards across all levels of clinical practice.
  • Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staff scheduling and resource allocation.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication, teamwork, and professional development opportunities for nursing staff.
  • Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
  • Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
  • Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
  • Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
  • Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
  • Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
  • Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
  • Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
  • Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
  • Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
  • Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
  • Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
  • Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Lurleen B Wallace
Opp, AL
03.1998

Skills

  • Clinical Leadership
  • Patient Safety
  • Healthcare management
  • Quality Improvement
  • Staff Development
  • Clinical Supervision
  • Clinical education
  • Clinical Quality Improvement
  • Healthcare administration
  • Performance Improvement
  • Patient Health Education
  • Budget Oversight
  • Clinical Staff Management
  • Quality Control
  • Process Implementation

Certification

Certified Dementia Specialist

CORE Certified for Florida Assisted Living Administration

CPR

BLS


Timeline

Director of Clinical Services

Ascension At Home Compassus
02.2023 - Current

Director of Nursing

Rock Medical
06.2022 - 01.2023

Clinical Quality Audit Nurse

Home Health Services
01.2022 - Current

Director of Operations

Amedisys Home Health
01.2019 - 06.2022

Director of Nursing

Somerby Assistive Living
07.2007 - 12.2019

Associate of Science - Nursing

Lurleen B Wallace
CARRY ANN Truett