Karis Gradek
Nurse Leader
Santa Rosa,CA
Summary
Dynamic Director of Nursing with expertise in quality improvement, operational efficiency, and nursing operations management. Proven track record in developing policies that enhance patient outcomes and foster staff development.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing
Wellpath
Santa Rosa, CA
06.2023 - Current
- Led nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Developed and implemented policies to enhance operational efficiency and improve patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient treatment plans and streamline communication.
- Mentored nursing team members, fostering professional development and enhancing overall staff performance.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Conducted regular risk assessments within the department to identify areas of potential vulnerability and implement corrective actions where necessary.
Service Unit Manager
Kaiser Permanente
Santa Rosa, CA
2017 - 2020
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure efficient service delivery and quality patient care.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff to enhance service excellence and operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve patient satisfaction metrics.
- Analyzed workflow data to identify areas for improvement, resulting in enhanced team performance and productivity.
- Established protocols for compliance with regulatory standards, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and policies.
Director of Outpatient Services
Healdsburg District Hospital
Healdsburg, CA
2004 - 2017
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance patient care services and operational efficiency.
- Directed departmental budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational financial goals.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to implement quality improvement programs and protocols.
- Mentored staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
Education
Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN05-2021
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05-2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Leadership
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT2014
Associate of Science - LVN To RN Bridge
College of The Redwoods
Fortuna, CA05-2009
Skills
- Nurse education and training
- Leadership and guidance
- Quality improvement
- Strong work ethic
- Process improvements
- Business operation management
- Organizational goal development
- Nursing operations management
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Wellpath
06.2023 - Current
Service Unit Manager
Kaiser Permanente
2017 - 2020
Director of Outpatient Services
Healdsburg District Hospital
2004 - 2017
Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner
Purdue University
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Leadership
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - LVN To RN Bridge
College of The Redwoods