Kantime
Katina Hooper
Registered Nurse
Allen,TX
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) Leader with progressive career history in Compliance, Leadership and Directorship in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse
Prime Care Nursing Agency
01.2006 - Current
- Primecare Nursing-Local Agency- Provided skilled Nursing care and supervisory of CNA and LVN.
- Worked throughout MS in local hospital in areas of Med surf, ICU and ER.
- Worked in various Nursing homes and provided cars for Geriatric and Disabled Clients per diem.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Assisted in training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices
RN Compliance Officer
Avatar Healthcare
09.2021 - 01.2024
- Compliance and oversight five-Home Health and Hospice Agencies within Agency's umbrella.
- Directed Quality Assurance Program, OSHA and Infection Control Programs
- Served as privacy and security official.
- Developed, revised and monitored policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all regulatory bodies Leads organization in compliance with CHAPS, Medicare and Medicaid regulatory standards in survey preparation process as well as State and Federal regulatory standards.
- Performed on site visits to audit adherence to Conditions of Participation
- Served as member of Leadership Team Collaborates with executive team, clinical directors and managers, nurses, and physicians to develop and implement standardized policies and procedures for regulatory compliance, evidence-based care, and standards of practice.
- Facilitated education and training for leadership and staff regarding regulatory issues, new statutes, and guidelines related to quality and performance improvement.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in field of nursing.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Championed quality improvement initiatives within unit by identifying areas for improvement and implementing evidence-based strategies.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Implemented infection control measures within Agency maintaining safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Served as liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Contributed substantially to successful Agency JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting Agency operations and patient care.
RN Director of Operations
Health At Home
01.2020 - 09.2021
- Accountable for operations of Agency to ensure sustainability, regulatory compliance, profitability, high levels of satisfaction of residents, families and associates which align with mission and values of Health at Home.
- Conducted and reviews findings from internal operational audits and reports, identifies potential problems and as necessary, develops and implements operational improvement plans.
- Managed selection, training, leadership development and performance of assigned leadership to retain professional, motivated workforce for assigned community.
- Recruited, screens and hires qualified associates for vacant positions at assigned communities and adheres to affirmative action requirements and hiring practices.
- Worked with COO, Operations in development of operations tactical plans and executes strategic direction to support achievement of long-term goals of Benedictine or community.
- Actively involved and accountable for integration of actions plans and strategy alignment to achieve intended outcomes.
- Development and implementation of budget for assigned community to ensure achievement of sustainability and profitability goals.
Director of Nursing/Alternate Administrator
SA Nurses Home Health
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Direct Oversight of IDT Team ( SN. Therapist, SW, HHA)
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to facilitate continuity of care for patients transitioning between healthcare settings.
- Served as liaison between nursing leadership, hospital administration, medical staff, allied health professionals, patients, families, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
- Evaluated emerging technologies in healthcare, recommending appropriate innovations for adoption within department to improve efficiency and patient outcomes.
- Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and offering tailored professional development opportunities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Mentored new nurses through orientation programs, facilitating their integration into team and fostering their professional growth.
- Conducted regular risk assessments within department to identify areas of potential vulnerability and implement corrective actions where necessary.
- Promoted culture of safety by enforcing compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
RN Clinical Supervisor/RN Oasis Reviewer/Clinical Nurse Educator
NATIONAL NURSING & REHAB
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Manage aspects of clinical services for Registered Nurse team
- Primary resource for RN / Nursing Staff who work in the field and office
- Participate in our Quality Assurance Team to assure proper coding and documentation
- Train, coach, and mentor Review and locking of current Oasis Version.
- Coding of Oasis Assessment
RN Administrator
A Good Home Health
10.2015 - 01.2017
- Championed quality improvement initiatives within the unit by identifying areas for improvement and implementing evidence-based strategies.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Works in conjunction with the Board of Directors, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Professional Advisory Board, and administrative staff to develop appropriate plans for home health operations, and to develop policies and procedures necessary for the effective management and operation of AGHH
- Policies & Procedures
- Management of Facility & Staff
- Management of Resources/ Inventory
- Oversees Clinical Performance
- Corporate Compliance/HIPPA
- Marketing & Business Development
- Human Resource Management
- Quality
- Financial Systems
- Administrative & Operations Management
Director of Nursing/Supervising Nurse
Brightstar Home Care
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Provides care as defined within scope of state's nurse practice act.
- Makes initial evaluation visit and regularly reevaluates client's nursing needs. Initiates plan of care and makes necessary revisions.
- Provides those services requiring substantial and specialized nursing skill. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures.
- Prepares clinical and progress notes and summaries of care.
- Informs physician and other personnel of changes in client's condition and needs. Counsels client and family in meeting nursing and related needs.
- Assists in development of organization goals. Develops, recommends, and administers agency policies and procedures.
- Assesses competency of clinical staff and ensures staff is assigned in manner that promotes quality, continuity and safety of client's care.
- Supervises, educates and coaches other nursing personnel/care-giving staff. Plans and implements in-service and training programs.
- Overseesmaintenance of client clinical records, statistics, reports and records for purposes of evaluation and reporting of organization activities.
Registered Nurse-Travel
RN Network
01.2012 - 01.2014
- RN Network - Cedar Rapids, IA -Registered Nurse • Provided skilled services to include: ◦ Ventilated Therapy, ◦ Trach Care, ◦ Wound Care, ◦ Care of Dialysis Pt. • Provide GI care; Gastrostomy tube, NG Tube. Injections, IV therapy Pt/ Family Education. • Use of EMR with Epic Software.
- RN Network -Contract
- - Portland, ME RN Case Manager • Provided skilled homecare for homebound clients to assessments, wound care, labs, and IV therapy. • Used Epic software to prepare EMR. • Conference with MD, • Maintenance of POC and Med Reconciliation. • Provided palliative care to Hospice Clients.
LPN
Attala Nursing Center
06.2007 - 06.2009
- Assisted in management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
- Administer prescribed medications or start intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
- Observe patients, charting and reporting changes in patients' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment, and taking any necessary action.
- Provide basic patient care or treatments, such as Taking temperatures or blood pressures, dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas or douches, rubbing with alcohol, massaging, or performing catheterizations.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Holmes Community College
Goodman, MS 05.2001 -
Skills
Emergency Response
undefinedAccomplishments
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Supervision - Headed onboarding process for new nursing staff.
- Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
Software
Axxess
Alscripts
Net Smart
Meditech
Epic
Kinnser
Home Care Home Base
Certification
10 CEUS Home Health Coding
Timeline
RN Compliance Officer
Avatar Healthcare
09.2021 - 01.2024
RN Director of Operations
Health At Home
01.2020 - 09.2021
Director of Nursing/Alternate Administrator
SA Nurses Home Health
01.2019 - 01.2020
RN Clinical Supervisor/RN Oasis Reviewer/Clinical Nurse Educator
NATIONAL NURSING & REHAB
01.2017 - 01.2019
RN Administrator
A Good Home Health
10.2015 - 01.2017
Director of Nursing/Supervising Nurse
Brightstar Home Care
01.2014 - 01.2015
Registered Nurse-Travel
RN Network
01.2012 - 01.2014
LPN
Attala Nursing Center
06.2007 - 06.2009
Registered Nurse
Prime Care Nursing Agency
01.2006 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Holmes Community College
05.2001 -
10 CEUS Home Health Coding
16 Administrative Hours
Completion of Pre-Claim Review Seminar
Completion of DADS Modules
DNS/CT
Certified HR Consultant
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