Kansas Hunt
Waldron,AR
Overview
2023
2023
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Manager
Gentiva Hospice
- Oversaw day-to-day operations of the department, ensuring seamless coordination between all members of the care team.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for professional growth.
- Participated in team meetings and trainings to stay updated on best practices and new developments in care management.
- Established and maintained relationships with clients, families and community partners to coordinate services to meet client's needs.
RN Case Manager
Gentiva Hospice
Waldron, AR
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
Director of Nursing
Waldron Nursing Center
Waldron, AR
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
- Mentored new nurses through orientation programs, facilitating their integration into the team and fostering their professional growth.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
Infection Control Nurse
Waldron Nursing Center
Waldron, AR
10.2019 - 09.2021
- Identified and mitigated unnecessary infection risks through regular reviews and procedural assessments.
- Collaborated with clinical leaders to develop policies and procedures related to infectious disease management, improving overall patient care standards.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by serving as a resource on infection prevention best practices.
- Conducted thorough investigations of infection outbreaks, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective actions.
- Developed effective training programs to help staff understand and implement critical protections.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
RN Supervisor
Waldron Nursing Center
Waldron, AR
12.2016 - 10.2019
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
- Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development by attending relevant conferences, workshops, and training sessions to stay current on the latest trends and best practices within nursing supervision.
- Streamlined nurse scheduling, ensuring adequate coverage and minimizing overtime expenses.
- Maintained regulatory compliance by conducting regular audits, reviews, and updates on policies and procedures.
- Enforced nursing practice standards and recommended unit and institution policies and procedures to boost medical care quality.
Education
Associate Of Applied Science - Nursing
Rich Mountain Community College
Mena, AR12.2016
Skills
- Patient & family support
- Professionalism
- Goal setting
- Effective communication
- Organizational skills
- Reliability
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Care coordination
Certification
Infection Prevention and Control
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Gentiva Hospice
03.2022 - 07.2022
Director of Nursing
Waldron Nursing Center
10.2021 - 03.2022
Infection Control Nurse
Waldron Nursing Center
10.2019 - 09.2021
RN Supervisor
Waldron Nursing Center
12.2016 - 10.2019
Patient Care Manager
Gentiva Hospice
Associate Of Applied Science - Nursing
Rich Mountain Community College