Jennifer Craft
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Clinical focused leader looking to continually enhance my professional and administrative career in the medical field. Proven work ethic with an analytical and problem solve approach. Continue to have a vital role in leadership that will continue to have a positive impact in the health care field.
Experienced with nursing leadership, staff development, and patient care optimization. Utilizes strategic planning and quality improvement to enhance healthcare services. Strong understanding of team collaboration and resource management to drive impactful results.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Nursing
Premier Surgical Institute
Loveland, OH
06.2023 - Current
- Coordinated facility administration tasks to support organizational efficiency and safety standards.
- Oversaw strategic initiatives for AAAHC/MDS accredited organization to enhance service quality and operational efficiency.
- Provided direct HR assistance to surgical staff to enhance operational efficiency.
- Conducted comprehensive contract negotiations to align stakeholder interests and mitigate risks.
- Designed and enforced policies aimed at improving operational efficiency and maintaining regulatory compliance.
- Directed financial planning and resource distribution to optimize surgical services.
- Managed recruitment and onboarding of nursing personnel to enhance team effectiveness.
- Developed and updated policies aimed at elevating the quality of care provided to patients.
- Designed and implemented comprehensive project plans to ensure resource alignment with organizational goals.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive project phase plans to ensure timely execution and alignment with objectives.
Director of Nursing
BEST Centers of America – Ohio, LLC.
Cincinnati, OH
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Maintaining AAAHC, CMS, and ODH rules and regulations
- Developed and implemented policies to enhance operational efficiency and compliance.
- Led surgical staff to achieve high standards of patient care and safety.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Managed budgets effectively, identifying cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Led organizational strategy to enhance operational efficiency and stakeholder engagement.
- Spearheaded performance evaluation processes to improve team accountability and productivity.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms while adhering to budgetary constraints.
Interim Executive Director
BEST Health System
Cincinnati, OH
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Developed and implemented comprehensive health system policies to align with organizational goals.
- Collaborated with executive team to drive financial sustainability and resource allocation strategies.
- Oversaw performance metrics analysis to identify areas for operational improvement and resource optimization.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Forge strong relationships with board members, providing regular updates on organizational progress and soliciting their expertise when needed.
ER Staff Nurse/Clinical Coach
TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital
Cincinnati, OH
01.2020 - 08.2022
Float Pool/Charge RN
TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital
Cincinnati, OH
01.2018 - 09.2020
Patient Flow Shift Coordinator
TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital
Cincinnati, OH
01.2019 - 01.2020
RN Urology – Med/Surg
TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital
Cincinnati, OH
01.2015 - 01.2018
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH01.2018
Associates Degree - Applied Sciences in Nursing
Cincinnati State Technical & Community College
Cincinnati, OH12.2014
Skills
- Facilitated team member management to foster a cohesive and efficient work environment
- Managed resources effectively to support project execution and team productivity
- Led analytics initiatives to drive strategic decision-making across departments Oversaw project teams to ensure alignment with organizational goals Championed data-driven approaches to enhance operational efficiency
- Implemented protocols to ensure optimal patient safety and care quality
- Implemented strategies to foster positive revenue stream growth
- Implemented initiatives to improve operational efficiency and streamline workflows
Certification
- ACLS Certified
- BLS Certified
- Multi- State Registered Nursing License - RN.410953
Accomplishments
- Managed end-to-end survey readiness, including policy review, staff preparation, and compliance audits, leading to successful completion of two surveys and Medicare Deemed Status approval.
Affiliations
Association of periOperative Registered Nurses
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Premier Surgical Institute
06.2023 - Current
Interim Executive Director
BEST Health System
11.2022 - 01.2023
Director of Nursing
BEST Centers of America – Ohio, LLC.
08.2022 - 06.2023
ER Staff Nurse/Clinical Coach
TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital
01.2020 - 08.2022
Patient Flow Shift Coordinator
TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2020
Float Pool/Charge RN
TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital
01.2018 - 09.2020
RN Urology – Med/Surg
TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Cincinnati
Associates Degree - Applied Sciences in Nursing
Cincinnati State Technical & Community College