Jennalee Stokes
Centerville
Summary
Experienced nursing professional with comprehensive background in managing clinical operations and enhancing patient care. Proven track record of fostering collaborative team environments and achieving high standards in healthcare delivery. Reliable and adaptable, consistently meeting changing needs and priorities with focus on quality care.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of Nursing
Quality Home Health And Hospice
07.2024 - Current
- Developed training programs for nursing staff, improving competencies and patient outcomes across teams.
- Oversaw quality assurance processes, ensuring adherence to healthcare regulations and best practices.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to address patient care challenges and streamline communication pathways.
- Evaluated nursing performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback to foster professional growth.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork by encouraging open communication among staff members and facilitating collaboration across departments.
Home Health Branch Director
Tender Care Home Health
07.2022 - 07.2024
- Process Development for increased efficiency and productivity within the agency
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, CNA’s, families and healthcare staff to ensure top quality care is achieved
- Audit clinician documentation for compliance and determine education needs
- Staff Education to home health and hospice staff to aide in quality home health visits when needed
- Established key performance indicators to monitor progress towards organizational goals.
- Enhanced branch performance by implementing effective management strategies and streamlining operations.
- Coordinated with corporate leadership to align branch goals with company objectives, ensuring a unified business strategy across all locations.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered collaboration, teamwork, and high employee morale.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, providing constructive feedback and facilitating professional development opportunities.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Everest Home Health and Hospice
10.2020 - 07.2022
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and care plans.
- Managed scheduling of nursing staff to maintain adequate coverage and support patient needs.
- Facilitated in-service education programs for continuous skill enhancement among nursing staff members.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing and overseeing comprehensive nursing plans for each individual.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by conducting thorough audits of nursing practices and procedures.
- Addressed potential quality issues proactively through continuous monitoring of key performance indicators.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Hospice and Home Health for Utah
2018 - 10.2020
- Assessed patient needs through comprehensive evaluations, enhancing tailored care services.
- Coordinated comprehensive care plans for patients and families in hospice and home health settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to streamline communication and improve patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, fostering adherence to treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications, and palliative options.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient interactions, assessments, interventions, and responses to care.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Lifetouch Home Health
11.2016 - 04.2018
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs and develop tailored interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and resource utilization.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Strengthened patient adherence to prescribed medications and treatments by providing clear instructions and addressing any concerns or barriers.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by establishing trust and rapport through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
Registered Nurse
Life Care Skilled Nursing Facility
06.2015 - 02.2017
Registered Nurse
Deseret Health and Rehab
08.2012 - 05.2015
Education
Associates of Science in Nursing - RN
Eagle Gate College
Layton, UT05-2012
BLS/CPR/AED -
American Red Cross
Layton, UTSkills
- Clinical leadership
- Operations management
- Staff development
- Care coordination
- Patient assessments
- Quality improvement
- Chronic disease management
- Medication management
- Utilization review
- Compassionate and caring
- Strong clinical judgment
Timeline
Assistant Director of Nursing
Quality Home Health And Hospice
07.2024 - Current
Home Health Branch Director
Tender Care Home Health
07.2022 - 07.2024
Assistant Director of Nursing
Everest Home Health and Hospice
10.2020 - 07.2022
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Lifetouch Home Health
11.2016 - 04.2018
Registered Nurse
Life Care Skilled Nursing Facility
06.2015 - 02.2017
Registered Nurse
Deseret Health and Rehab
08.2012 - 05.2015
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Hospice and Home Health for Utah
2018 - 10.2020
Associates of Science in Nursing - RN
Eagle Gate College
BLS/CPR/AED -
American Red Cross