Kaila Kasnicka
Bentonville,AR
Summary
Hardworking and reliable LPN with strong ability in management roles. Most recent experience has been as an assistance director of nursing in a long term care/skilled nursing facility, however I also have experience in admissions, MDS, Medical Records positions, as well as charge nurse duties. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of Nursing
Highlands of Bella Vista
03.2023 - 07.2026
- Led nursing team in developing patient care protocols to enhance quality and safety standards.
- Streamlined staff scheduling processes, improving workforce efficiency and reducing overtime costs.
- Mentored nursing staff on best practices, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary meetings to address patient care challenges, promoting collaborative problem-solving approaches.
- Analyzed patient feedback data to identify areas for improvement in service delivery and patient satisfaction.
- Developed training programs for new hires, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and organizational policies.
- Oversaw compliance with healthcare regulations, maintaining high standards of care within the nursing department.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Managed nursing schedules and budgets, streamlining processes for cost savings while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures for safe medication administration, minimizing errors within the department.
- Served as a role model for nursing staff by demonstrating exceptional clinical skills, ethical behavior, and commitment to continuous learning.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular training sessions and professional development opportunities.
- Coordinated with physicians on complex cases, ensuring seamless communication among healthcare professionals involved in patient care.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork by encouraging open communication among staff members and facilitating collaboration across departments.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing feedback and guidance for improvement when necessary.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall service delivery within the facility.
- Played a key role in attaining high patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering compassionate care and addressing concerns promptly.
- Developed comprehensive care plans for patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes and patient satisfaction.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
- Ordered all medical and resident care supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
MDS Coordinator
Highland Healthcare & Rehab Center
03.2021 - 03.2023
- Coordinated completion of resident assessments in accordance with current federal and state regulations.
- Verified quality of assessments in accurately reflecting physical, mental and psychosocial status of each resident.
- Trained and supervised health care workers conducting resident assessments, procedures, etc.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to develop and modify individualized care plans for patients in multiple units.
- Assisted social services department to provide routine care conferences with residents and family members to support their continued involvement in their own plan of care.
- Coordinated support for short term residents after discharge to home, including facilitating referrals to home health and ordering medical equipment.
MDS Coordinator
The Maples At Har-Ber Meadows
08.2020 - 03.2021
- Provided routine updates for any and all managed care residents receiving skilled services to facilitate continued authorization of services.
- Coordinated completion of resident assessments in accordance with current federal and state regulations.
- Provided training and guidance to other coordinators, working along side the long term coordinator to provide support and information regarding rules and regulation for MDS coding purposes.
- Verified quality of assessments in accurately reflecting physical, mental and psychosocial status of each resident.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to develop and modify individualized care plans for patients in multiple units.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Participated in routine nurse call- and assisted with resolving staffing needs and providing coverage as necessary.
MDS Coordinator/Admissions Coordinator
Bradford House Nursing & Rehab
12.2011 - 08.2020
- Reviewed clinical documentation from outside facilities on potential referrals for admission.
- Worked with the interdisciplinary team to assist in preparing for the care needs of new residents prior to their admission to the facility, as well as in-servicing charge staff on their preferences and needs.
- Helped patients with admissions process and adhered to state and federal laws.
- Handled insurance claim duties and verified that each met standards of admissions.
- Processed admission orders, as well as ordering their medications from pharmacy.
- Prepared supplies and equipment in preparation for new admissions, as well as managing room assignments, isolation set up and specialty equipment orders.
- Coordinated completion of resident assessments in accordance with current federal and state regulations.
- Verified quality of assessments in accurately reflecting physical, mental and psychosocial status of each resident.
- Trained and supervised health care workers conducting resident assessments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to develop and modify individualized care plans for patients in multiple units.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Northwest Technical Institute
Springdale, AR06-2010
Skills
- Bilingual
- Point Click Care "Super User"
- CPR certified
- Administrative experience
- Nursing management
- Case management
- Clinical leadership
- Quality improvement
- Care coordination
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Shift scheduling
- Long-term care
- Budget management
Certification
- Medical Interpreter- Spanish
- CPR
- MDS/PDPM
Timeline
Assistant Director of Nursing
Highlands of Bella Vista
03.2023 - 07.2026
MDS Coordinator
Highland Healthcare & Rehab Center
03.2021 - 03.2023
MDS Coordinator
The Maples At Har-Ber Meadows
08.2020 - 03.2021
MDS Coordinator/Admissions Coordinator
Bradford House Nursing & Rehab
12.2011 - 08.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Northwest Technical Institute
Education and Training
LPN
Medical Interpreting- Spanish
Leadership and Nursing Management