Hi, I’m
Katie Rinehimer
Elk River,MN
Each small task of everyday life is part of the total harmony of the universe.
Saint Thérèse de Lisieux
Summary
Goal-driven Healthcare Administration professional well-versed in recruiting, training and managing employees to provide exceptional resident services. Highly organized and hardworking with excellent planning and program management skills, with over 26 years of experience. Licensed in Minnesota.
Overview
20
years of professional experience
Work History
English Rose Suites And Home Care
Licensed Assisted Living Director
09.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Conducted routine environment inspections in six locations, identifying areas needing improvement, eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with Assisted Living License with Memory Care.
- Monitored staff processes of over 100 people to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Applied reason, logic and advanced problem-solving skills to resolve complex and sensitive issues.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement for 35 residents.
- Instrumental in hiring process. Training all new staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to over 100 employees.
- Created customized care plans, working with residents, families, and medical teams to assess and meet individual needs of 35 residents.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive resident care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Worked in fast-paced environment with competing demands for time and attention.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians, nursing teams, families and community organizations to promote high quality resident care.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
- Developed training program for leadership used to train employees prompted to, and or hired to, new positions on management team.
- Developed continued training for residential homes leadership team through monthly training sessions.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
English Rose Suites And Home Care
Quality of Life Director
06.2010 - Current
Job overview
- Implemented new quality assurance and customer service standards.
- Applied coaching techniques and tools to support managers and team members in improving performance.
- Monitored staff organization and suggested improvements to daily functionality.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Developed and implemented monthly structured engagement calendar for six locations. Ensured activities were focused on abilities of residents in six locations.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, and maintain relationship with volunteers.
- Developed teaching opportunities for Undergraduate, Graduate, Master, and Doctoral students from several Universities.
- Recruited, trained, and supervised Music Therapist to ensure needs of 35 residents were met.
- Hired musical entertainment along with other sources of educational and social engagement for all six locations.
- Developed and trained all employees on Personal Aromatherapy Program specifically designed for use with residents with memory loss.
- Organized community outings, special events, and social gatherings for residents and their families.
- Organized weekly long employee recognition week held each summer to give back and let all employees know they are appreciated.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
English Rose Suites And Home Care
Team Mentor
06.2003 - Current
Job overview
- Assisted mentees in developing self-confidence and strong relationships with residents, families and other employees.
- Advocated for employees to access available resources to support them in their personal lives.
- Helped employees develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Served as role model for mentees by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.
- Regularly assessed progress and provided feedback to support continued development.
- Created schedule for one to two locations to ensure accurate coverage for optimal resident care.
Education
Rochester Community College , Rochester, MN
Associate of Science from Biology
1998
University Overview
- Relevant Coursework: Aromatherapy 101 & Aromatherapy Applications Applied
- Professional Development: Struthers Parkinson's Network Site Champion Training (Lead - Site Champion), Certified Dementia Trainer, Dementia Speaks
Skills
- Daily Operations Oversight
- Instructional Materials Development
- Local, State and Federal Regulations
- Individualized Care Plans
- Resident Care Assessment
- Organizational Goal Development
- Project Management
- Staff Management
- Performance Tracking and Evaluations
- Managing Employee Relations
- Issue and Conflict Resolution
- Team Leadership
- Staff Retention Programs
- Training and Development
- Cross-Cultural Communications
- Program Development
Availability
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Timeline
Licensed Assisted Living Director
English Rose Suites And Home Care
09.2022 - Current
Quality of Life Director
English Rose Suites And Home Care
06.2010 - Current
Team Mentor
English Rose Suites And Home Care
06.2003 - Current
Rochester Community College
Associate of Science from Biology
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