Kasondra Kenney
Austin,TX
Summary
Dynamic Nursing Executive with extensive experience in team leadership and achieving care objectives. Proven track record in managing comprehensive nursing services to deliver exceptional care to diverse patient populations. Strong background in organizational growth and development.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Nursing Officer
Baylor Scott and White Institute for Rehab
Lakeway, TX
01.2025 - Current
- Led nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care standards.
- Implemented training programs for staff on evidence-based clinical practices.
- Managed budget allocations for nursing services and resource utilization effectively.
- Analyzed patient care data to drive quality improvement initiatives across departments.
- Hired and trained new hospital nursing staff members and trained all team members in area of service.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary collaboration among teams across the health system.
National Director of Nursing Operations
ClearSky Health
Albuquerque, NM
04.2019 - 12.2024
- Partnered with clinical leaders to launch 10 startup hospitals over past four years, executed acquisition of 3 hospitals since April 2019 for startup rehabilitation hospital system.
- Directed operational initiatives to enhance patient care and organizational efficiency.
- Oversaw compliance with healthcare regulations and industry standards nationwide.
- Directed development of hospitals' EMR system (Cerner) and fulfilled role as Clinical Lead during implementation across all hospitals.
- Coordinated communications between staff at all levels of the organization to ensure consistency of message.
Chief Nursing Officer
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
San Antonio, TX
01.2017 - 03.2019
- Manage continuous delivery of clinical services including nursing, respiratory therapy, employee health, infection control, and nutritional services.
- Managed financial responsibilities for listed departments, in tandem with upholding regulatory obligations, compliance criteria, and ensuring successful clinical outcomes.
- Attained nursing patient satisfaction rating exceeding 90%.
Elevated hospital's overall performance with consistent 90% satisfaction scores.
Implemented strategies to improve acute care transfer rates significantly.
Achieved exceptional nurse retention rates, ensuring continuity of care.
Cultivated physician satisfaction through effective communication and support initiatives. - Executed successful survey with Joint Commission for disease-specific accreditation in Stroke Rehabilitation.
Vice President of Clinical Services/Multi Site Administrator
River City Hospice
San Antonio, TX
09.2016 - 01.2017
- Managed clinical and operational oversight for nine locations across Texas.
- Directed business development and clinical teams, alongside HR and office personnel.
- Successfully led Joint Commission full survey, achieving compliance standards.
- Collaborated with medical staff, departmental directors, and other key stakeholders to ensure delivery of safe, effective patient care.
Hospital CEO
Warm Springs Rehabilitation Hospital of San Antonio-Post Acute Medical
San Antonio, TX
06.2014 - 09.2016
- Oversaw daily operations of acute rehabilitation hospital with 10 SNF beds and outpatient therapy clinic.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring budget adherence and resource allocation.
- Collaborated with C-suite executives to ensure optimal patient outcomes in post-acute care.
- Managed advanced wound care clinic featuring four hyperbaric chambers for enhanced treatment efficacy.
- Collaborated with Medical Directors to reduce re-hospitalizations and control costs.
- Oversaw interdisciplinary clinical team to accomplish disease-specific certification in stroke rehabilitation and spinal cord injury rehabilitation from The Joint Commission.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure competitive pricing for goods or services.
- Attained departmental goals and objectives through implementation of new processes and standards for in-patient care.
Regional Director of Nursing
Warm Springs Rehabilitation Hospital of San Antonio-Post Acute Medical
San Antonio, TX
07.2012 - 06.2014
- Oversaw clinical operations of regional rehabilitation hospital across three sites.
- Developed and maintained quality care systems, enhancing medical protocols and guidelines.
- Managed four skilled nursing beds and advanced wound care center featuring four hyperbaric chambers.
- Contributed to multiple executive committees, including Performance Improvement and Safety.
- Led development of initial disease-specific certifications in Stroke, Spinal Cord, and Traumatic Brain Injury Rehabilitation for three hospitals.
- Initiated and supervised performance improvement projects, achieving positive results in patient satisfaction and outcomes.
Director of Nurses
Warm Springs Specialty Hospital
New Braunfels, TX
11.2011 - 07.2012
- Supervised all nursing activities in 40-bed long-term acute care hospital.
- Oversaw nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and compliance.
- Managed budget and oversight for approximately 80 FTE with 24/7 accountability.
- Participated in executive committees, supporting performance improvement initiatives at newly acquired hospital.
- Acted as Administrator during Administrator's absence, ensuring continuity of operations.
- Achieved promotion to Regional Director of Nursing within same company from this hospital role.
Administrator/Director of Nursing
Home Care Connections, LHC Group
Uvalde And San Antonio, TX
12.2010 - 11.2011
- Manage comprehensive clinical and operational activities in a multi-site home health organization.
Director of Clinical Management
Gentiva Home Health
San Antonio, TX
02.2010 - 12.2010
- Oversaw multi-site operations for large home health organization.
- Directed all aspects of clinical management, including nursing and therapy services.
- Ensured compliance with quality standards across multiple locations.
Education
Health Administration -
Webster University
St. Louis, MO01.2013
BSN - Nursing
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson, MS01.2000
Skills
- Operations and healthcare management
- Budget management
- Quality improvement
- Employee relations and team leadership
- Proficient in EMR clinical implementation and development (Cerner, Epic)
- Patient care services coordination
- Compliance and quality assurance
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse, 06/01/17, 06/30/25
Nursing Licenses
RN, 03/01/19, TX
Professional Organization
Association of Rehabilitation Nursing, Current Central Texas Chapter President since 2023.
Timeline
Chief Nursing Officer
Baylor Scott and White Institute for Rehab
01.2025 - Current
National Director of Nursing Operations
ClearSky Health
04.2019 - 12.2024
Chief Nursing Officer
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2017 - 03.2019
Vice President of Clinical Services/Multi Site Administrator
River City Hospice
09.2016 - 01.2017
Hospital CEO
Warm Springs Rehabilitation Hospital of San Antonio-Post Acute Medical
06.2014 - 09.2016
Regional Director of Nursing
Warm Springs Rehabilitation Hospital of San Antonio-Post Acute Medical
07.2012 - 06.2014
Director of Nurses
Warm Springs Specialty Hospital
11.2011 - 07.2012
Administrator/Director of Nursing
Home Care Connections, LHC Group
12.2010 - 11.2011
Director of Clinical Management
Gentiva Home Health
02.2010 - 12.2010
Health Administration -
Webster University
BSN - Nursing
University of Mississippi Medical Center
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