Kari Elliason
The Family Residence
FOLEY,AL
6
Certifications
30
years of professional experience
Director of Nursing leading 15+ staff members in assisted living operations with a focus on patient advocacy, quality improvement, and staff support. Aligns quality improvement strategies with measurable care outcomes while strengthening clinical judgment, motivation, and morale across nursing teams. Brings Registered Nurse licensure and Licensed Assisted Living Director authority to resident care and day-to-day oversight.
Work History
Owner | Director of Nursing | Licensed Assisted Living Director
5 Years- Coordinated 12 residents served weekly while balancing care needs, routines, and family communication.
- Directed nursing operations and assisted living oversight as Owner, Director of Nursing, and Licensed Assisted Living Director.
- Managed staff supervision, staffing coordination, and conflict resolution to support reliable daily coverage.
- Led quality improvement, regulatory compliance, incident reporting, and survey readiness across the residence.
Registered Nurse | General Practice | Wholeness Healthcare
2 Years- Supported 44 residents per shift with daily care routines, comfort needs, and timely response to requests.
- Managed medication-related follow-up, monitored resident status, and escalated concerns promptly to appropriate clinical staff.
- Coordinated staff handoffs, assisted with scheduling, and maintained orderly routines across the assisted living environment.
- Documented resident observations accurately, followed facility policies, and supported quality improvement and survey readiness.
Registered Nurse | Breast Care Coordinator | Breast Oncology Coordination of care | Breast Cancer Support Group Facilitator
7 Years- Managed 10 breast care cases per week, coordinating appointments, follow-up needs, and patient navigation across oncology care.
- Coordinated breast oncology care plans with physicians, radiology teams, and patients to streamline treatment follow-up.
- Led breast cancer support groups, providing emotional support, education, and clear guidance for patients and families.
- Documented care activities accurately and maintained compliance with clinical protocols and patient records.
Registered Nurse | Breast Care Coordinator | Complex Radiology Procedures
1 Year- Managed documentation accuracy across breast care coordination tasks and procedure records to support reliable follow-up.
- Supported 20 patient procedures weekly by preparing patients, coordinating workflow, and guiding them through complex radiology visits.
- Coordinated patient care across breast center visits, aligning appointments, follow-up needs, and communication between care teams.
- Prepared patients for complex radiology procedures, explained visit expectations, and reinforced instructions to reduce confusion and delays.
- Maintained compliance-focused records and escalated concerns through incident reporting to support safe, consistent care delivery.
Labor and Delivery | Case Management | Utilization Review
13 Years- Supported labor and delivery nursing needs while coordinating maternal child health care across shifting priorities.
- Managed utilization review activities to align services with documented medical necessity and care coordination requirements.
- Prepared charge nurse documentation and incident reporting to support quality improvement and survey readiness.
Registered Nurse | Honorable Discharge
4 Years- Coordinated patient transfers, handoffs, and follow-up care with physicians and support staff.
- Documented assessments, incident reports, and compliance notes to support accurate clinical records and readiness.
- Supported staffing coordination, unit coverage, and conflict resolution during high-demand shifts.
Education
Whole Health Nurse Educator - Life Coaching
Bachelor of Science
Skills
Registered nurse
Licensed assisted living director
Public health nurse
Patient care management
Staff supervision
Quality improvement
Regulatory compliance
Incident reporting
Care coordination
Basic BLS certification
Staffing coordination
Budget management
Policy development
Survey readiness
Conflict resolution
Certification
Registered Nurse, Alabama Board of Nursing, #1187366
Personal Information
Title: BSN, PHN, LALD
Timeline
Owner | Director of Nursing | Licensed Assisted Living Director
The Family Residence
01.2018 - 01.2023Read More
Registered Nurse | General Practice | Wholeness Healthcare
Millstream Assisted Living
01.2017 - 01.2019Read More
Registered Nurse | Breast Care Coordinator | Complex Radiology Procedures
M Health Breast Center
01.2015 - 01.2016Read More
Registered Nurse | Breast Care Coordinator | Breast Oncology Coordination of care | Breast Cancer Support Group Facilitator
Northfield Hospital Breast Center
01.2010 - 01.2017Read More
Labor and Delivery | Case Management | Utilization Review
Various Locations
01.1997 - 01.2010Read More
Registered Nurse | Honorable Discharge
US Army Nurse Corps
01.1993 - 01.1997Read More
Concordia College
Bachelor of Science
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National Institute of Whole Health
Whole Health Nurse Educator from Life Coaching
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