Christy Hohrath
Summary
Highly motivated registered nurse with over 6 years of experience, all within the long-term care setting. Knowledge of Pennsylvania and CMS regulations .Dynamic nursing leader with a proven track record at Parkhouse Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, excelling in quality improvement and multidisciplinary collaboration. Achieved a 3-star CMS rating. Committed to fostering professional growth and ensuring regulatory compliance while advocating for optimal patient outcomes. . Easily adaptable to change.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DON (Director of Nursing)
Parkhouse Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
12.2022 - Current
- Responsible for 462 bed facility and 80+ employees.
- 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.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Led quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing clinical outcomes through data-driven analysis and targeted interventions.
- Implemented interdisciplinary rounding practices to streamline communication among healthcare providers involved in patient care.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Continued improvement over the past 2 years with DOH surveys with last survey resulting in 3 D level deficiencies (2024).
- Previously 1 stay overall CMs rating and in the last year achieved 3 star overall CMS rating, 3 star quality measures
ADON (Assistant Director of Nursing)
Parkhouse Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
04.2022 - 12.2022
- 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.
- Reduced medication errors by conducting thorough medication administration audits and providing feedback to nursing staff.
- Oversaw infection control efforts throughout the facility, contributing to reduced transmission rates among patients and staff members alike.
- Led quality improvement initiatives focused on reducing hospital-acquired infections, enhancing overall patient safety measures.
- Assisted in DOH surveys
Interim DON
Bedrock
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Charge Nurse
Parkhouse Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
06.2019 - 03.2021
- Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Responsible for administering medications and treatments to 25+ residents on the long term care unit.
- Responsible for communicating residents' medical status to NPs. Responsible for overseeing CNAs and delegating as needed.
- Responsible for unit dedicated to Covid- 19 residents.
- Responded to and documented sudden condition changes in patients with moderate to severe COVID-19 symptoms.
- Complied with infectious disease measures to reduce spread of COVID-19 between patients, families and medical personnel.
- Participated in development of Patient Care Plans for patients experiencing COVID-19.
- Checked and recorded vital signs of patients and reported changes in patients' behavior or conditions.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Montgomery County Community College
Blue Bell, PA06-2018
Skills
- Nurse education and training
- Leadership and guidance
- Quality improvement
- Dedicated Work Ethic
- Employee Shift Coordination
- Long-term care
- Critical thinking
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Certification
Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association
Timeline
DON (Director of Nursing)
Parkhouse Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
12.2022 - Current
ADON (Assistant Director of Nursing)
Parkhouse Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
04.2022 - 12.2022
Interim DON
Bedrock
03.2021 - 04.2022
Charge Nurse
Parkhouse Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
06.2019 - 03.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Montgomery County Community College
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