Deni Watts, BS, RRT
Texarkana,AR
Summary
High-performing leader with 30 years of diverse healthcare experience. Expertise in document management and resource coordination enhances program efficiency. Proven track record in addressing needs and resolving concerns, leading to improved service outreach. Strong relationship-building and strategic planning skills contribute to organizational success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Director
Healogics
Texarkana, Tx
10.2021 - Current
- Directed program initiatives aligning with organizational goals and community needs.
- Managed stakeholder relationships to foster collaboration and support program objectives.
- Developed strategic plans to enhance program effectiveness and reach target audiences.
- Evaluated program outcomes through data analysis, providing insights for improvement.
- Implemented best practices in program management to drive operational efficiency and success.
- Provided leadership in developing innovative approaches to meet program goals.
- Hired and developed staff members to collaboratively achieve program goals.
- Monitored program operations for compliance with policies and procedures, applicable standards and relevant contractual policy.
- Ensured compliance with organizational standards and applicable laws and regulations.
- Collaborated with external partners to leverage resources for the program's success.
Rehab Liaison
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Texarkana, TX
05.2016 - 04.2024
- Represent Encompass Health Rehab Hospital in the community to promote the organizational mission and programs.
- Provide education to physicians, hospitals, home health agencies, etc. about our services
- Foster relationships with patients, families and referral sources.
- Evaluate patients to establish their eligibility for care in a rehab setting by interacting with the patients, families, and facilities
- Manage the referral to admissions process.
- Answer questions and respond to inquiries to deliver the highest level of service to patients.
Cardiopulmonary Manager/Safety Officer
Dubuis/Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital
Texarkana, TX
03.2010 - 05.2016
- Demonstrated ability to successfully lead and motivate multiple healthcare teams
- Supervised staff of up to 50 personnel at 3 facilities.
- Coordinated the review, revision and creation of operational policies within all departments of the facilities including nursing, respiratory, pharmacy, physical therapy and environment of care.
- Implemented new floor assignments daily based on staffing requirements
- Monitored department budgets to ensure financial objectives were met
- Trained, coached and mentored staff to ensure smooth adoption of new programs and policies.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to check compliance with fire, hazard and safety guidelines
- Contributed substantially to successful Joint Commission surveys
- Knowledgeable of the standards of regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission, CMS and TDH
Center Manager
Lincare
Texarkana, TX
10.2007 - 03.2010
- Supervised daily activities and performance of up to 16 regular employees.
- Managed and mentored sales team
- Motivated and led team members to work together to achieve targets
- Successfully partnered with physicians and other healthcare providers to initiate programs to improve patient outcomes
- Increased patients by 20% per year through marketing of patient programs
- Collaborated with staff to maximize customer satisfaction, streamline procedures and improve bottom-line profitability.
- Coordinated monthly budgets, managed profit and loss and consistently met desired margin targets.
- Reviewed and submitted accurate bi-weekly payroll to satisfy human resources obligations and maintain high employee satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Texas A&M University - Texarkana
Texarkana, TX12.2016
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Texas A&M University - Texarkana
Texarkana, TX05.2012
Certified Respiratory Therapist
University of Arkansas Community College-Hope
Hope, AR06.1993
Skills
- Patient relationship management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Program coordination
- Quality enhancement
- Policy development
- Leadership effectiveness
- Deadline management
- Goal achievement
- Multi-tasking efficiency
- Customer service focus
- Budget planning
- Conflict resolution
- Staff training and development
- Project oversight
- Organizational proficiency
- Trustworthiness and reliability
- Positive demeanor
- Strong work ethic
Timeline
Program Director
Healogics
10.2021 - Current
Rehab Liaison
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
05.2016 - 04.2024
Cardiopulmonary Manager/Safety Officer
Dubuis/Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital
03.2010 - 05.2016
Center Manager
Lincare
10.2007 - 03.2010
Bachelor of Science -
Texas A&M University - Texarkana
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Texas A&M University - Texarkana
Certified Respiratory Therapist
University of Arkansas Community College-Hope
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