Kelissa Delva
Hollywood,FL
Summary
Seasoned nursing leader skilled in managing nursing operations and optimizing high quality patient care. Committed to building strong healthcare teams through staff development, while improving regulatory compliance. Known for adaptability, reliability and achieving results.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Manager (RN)
Baptist Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Hollywood, FL
07.2026 - Current
- Operations & Leadership: Oversee daily nursing operations and patient care delivery within an assigned unit, ensuring alignment with departmental objectives
- Staff Management & Development: Direct and mentor nursing and support personnel, managing performance, conflict resolution, recruitment, scheduling, and professional growth initiatives.
- Quality & Safety Compliance: Enforce clinical policies, uphold Standards of Nursing Practice, and lead incident investigations to optimize patient safety and minimize care errors.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Shoreside Health and Rehabilitation
Miami, FL
11.2022 - 06.2026
- Support clinical operations, ensuring compliance with state, federal, and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations
- Supervise and mentor nursing staff; coordinate staffing and scheduling to maintain safe, high-quality care
- Strengthened staff competence and morale through targeted education, coaching, and leadership development
- Monitor clinical outcomes, infection control, and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement
- Led quality improvement initiatives that reduced survey deficiencies from 17 to 3
RN Unit Manager
Shoreside Health and Rehabilitation
Miami, FL
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Managed daily clinical operations for a 50-bed skilled nursing unit, supervising a team of 15+ RNs, LPNs, and CNAs.
- Improved unit compliance scores during state health inspections by enforcing strict documentation and infection control protocols.
- Collaborated with physicians and therapists to update and execute comprehensive resident care plans
- Resolved resident and family grievances quickly while maintaining a compassionate, patient-first environment.
RN Unit Manager
Treasure Isle Care Center
North Bay Village, FL
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Overseeing day to day patient care, supervising, directing and developing nursing staff, and reporting to the Director of Nursing to ensure quality patient care within a skilled nursing facility. Conducted wound care rounds and maintained accurate charting for patient records. Managed patient appointments to optimize care delivery and ensure timely access to services.
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to best practices and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Developed and implemented care plans, enhancing patient outcomes through tailored approaches.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings, fostering collaboration among healthcare professionals for comprehensive care delivery.
RN Unit Manager
Sierra Lakes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Miami, FL
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Managed daily patient care, trained and guided nursing staff, and communicated with the Director of Nursing to uphold quality patient care in a skilled nursing facility.
- Oversaw daily operations and ensured compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans to optimize outcomes.
- Led interdisciplinary team meetings to enhance communication and collaboration.
Religion Teacher/ Interim Chaplain
Southeastern Conference of SDA
North Miami, FL
08.2017 - 05.2021
- Taught High School Religion to grades 9-12, delivering engaging learning experiences in classroom and digital formats, focusing on Christ-centered gospel and relationship over legalism.
- Planned youth worship programs, service projects, mission trips, and field trips as interim chaplain; mentored and counseled students, led weekly Bible study groups, and facilitated baptisms. Trained and empowered student leaders to independently study the Bible, create chapel programs, and lead peer small group bible studies.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated discussions on religious texts to enhance student understanding and critical thinking.
- Organized community outreach programs to promote faith-based initiatives and values.
Wound Care Nurse
HCR ManorCare
Plantation, FL
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Delivered patient-centered care, effectively managing diverse wound types
- Assessed and documented patient wounds, developing individualized care plans to enhance healing outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on wound care techniques, promoting self-management and prevention strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for patients with complex wound needs.
RN Supervisor
HCR ManorCare
Lacey, WA
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Delivered compassionate, safe nursing care to senior patients, ensuring their comfort and well-being. Supervise CNAs. Administer medication, treatments, and perform various therapeutic procedures. Maintain accurate electronic health records. Advocated for patients' needs, ensuring their voices were heard in care decisions. Work within a multidisciplinary healthcare team to secure the best outcomes for patients. Educated and communicated care plans to patients and families, fostering understanding and engagement in the treatment process.
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes.
Health Care Aide (equivalent to LPN in US)
Royal Oak Village
Lacombe, LA
02.2015 - 08.2016
- Delivered safe, compassionate patient care through medication administration, bed-baths, oral care, feeding assistance, passive ROM exercises, bed-making, and patient mobility support
- Administered medications to patients following prescribed dosages and schedules.
- Provided care and support to senior patients to improve their quality of life.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records to ensure continuity of care
Education
Family Nurse Practitioner - MSN
Barry University
Miami Shores, FL12-2026
BA - Religious Studies
Burman University
Lacombe, AB, CA05-2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Barry University
Miami Shores, FL01-2013
Skills
- Patient Care
- Patient Education
- Healthcare Administration
- Quality improvement
- Department management
- Staff Scheduling
- Staff supervision
- Leadership
- Mentoring
- Organizational Skills
- Critical thinking
- Communication
- Team Building
- Data analysis
- Microsoft Office
- Public speaking
Affiliations
Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society of Nursing
Florida Nurse Practitioners Network
Certification
ACLS Certification, July 2026 to July 2028, BLS Certification, July 2025 to July 2027, Registered Nurse (RN), July 2013 to April 2027, Florida—RN936599
Languages
bilingual: Haitian creole
Personal Information
- Title: RN, BSN, FNP Student
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Nurse Manager (RN)
Baptist Health Rehabilitation Hospital
07.2026 - Current
Assistant Director of Nursing
Shoreside Health and Rehabilitation
11.2022 - 06.2026
RN Unit Manager
Shoreside Health and Rehabilitation
09.2022 - 11.2022
RN Unit Manager
Treasure Isle Care Center
07.2022 - 09.2022
RN Unit Manager
Sierra Lakes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
06.2021 - 06.2022
Wound Care Nurse
HCR ManorCare
09.2017 - 05.2018
Religion Teacher/ Interim Chaplain
Southeastern Conference of SDA
08.2017 - 05.2021
RN Supervisor
HCR ManorCare
09.2016 - 06.2017
Health Care Aide (equivalent to LPN in US)
Royal Oak Village
02.2015 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Barry University
BA - Religious Studies
Burman University
Family Nurse Practitioner - MSN
Barry University