Kenneth Gipson
3734 Ironwood, Alamogordo,New Mexico
Summary
Highly-motivated leader with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Over Thirty years management experience across multiple disciplines including Safety, Emergency Management, and Ancillary Services. Proven track record in an Acute Care Regional Medical Center with additional clinical locations across four counties.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Safety Officer
Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center
Alamogordo, NM
03.1998 - 11.2023
- Developed and managed all safety programs and policies.
- Developed and Managed Annual Budgets in excess of of $3 Million.
- Conducted accident and incident investigations.
- Managed Physical Environments of Care (PE/EOC).
- Set and achieved goals reducing workers comp injuries.
- Conducted inspections and audits.
- Developed corrective action plans to address Non-conformities.
- Chaired Safety Committee.
- Submitted safety recommendations to senior leadership.
- Developed and implemented a Collateral Safety Officer program.
- Educated and trained staff to safety protocols.
- Enforced hospital policies, OSHA and other regulatory compliance.
Director of Emergency Management
Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center
Alamogordo, NM
03.1998 - 11.2023
- Developed and implemented the Emergency Operations Plans (EOP).
- Planned and conducted drills and exercises.
- Maintained records of all Emergency Management activities.
- Created After Action Reports (AAR) for all exercises and events.
- Analyzed AAR's and utilized PCDA cycles to improve outcomes.
- Created and implemented training programs.
- Purchased and implemented Fast Command mass notification system.
- Conducted annual Hazard Vulnerability Assessments (HVA)
- Developed partnerships with external agencies.
Director of Hospital Environmental Services
Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center
Alamogordo, NM
06.1991 - 11.2023
- Developed and Managed Annual Budgets in excess of of $3 Million.
- Directed department of Three managers and Sixty-five team members.
- Collaborated with Infection Prevention to develop COVID protocols.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in operational performance metrics.
- Created detailed work plans.
- Cultivated and maintained relationships to promote positive work culture.
- Partnered with staff to create professional development plans.
- Coordinated with other departments to expedite work and improve performance.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and corrected staff members.
- Successfully improved employee turnover rates through mentoring.
Education
OSHA 30 Certified -
Occupational Safety And Health Administration
Albuquerque, NM08.2018
Healthcare Coalition Response Leadership Course HCRL MGT-454 -
Center For Domestic Preparedness
Anniston, AL10.2018
Certified Healthcare Safety Officer (CHSP) Senior Level -
IBFCSM
Helena, Al 12.2006
Certified Hazard Control Manager (CHCM) Senior Level -
IBFCSM
Helena, Al 12.2006
FEMA Certifications -
Federal Emergency Management Administration -FEMA
Skills
- Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Safety Management
- Emergency Management
- Preparedness and Response
- Staff Training
- Fiscal Management / Budgeting
- Staff Management
- Recruitment, Hiring and Retention
- Rules and Regulations
- External and Public Relations
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Health Care Safety Officer
Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center
03.1998 - 11.2023
Director of Emergency Management
Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center
03.1998 - 11.2023
Director of Hospital Environmental Services
Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center
06.1991 - 11.2023
OSHA 30 Certified -
Occupational Safety And Health Administration
Healthcare Coalition Response Leadership Course HCRL MGT-454 -
Center For Domestic Preparedness
Certified Healthcare Safety Officer (CHSP) Senior Level -
IBFCSM
Certified Hazard Control Manager (CHCM) Senior Level -
IBFCSM
FEMA Certifications -
Federal Emergency Management Administration -FEMA
Accomplishments
- Most improved HCAHAPS (patient satisfaction) scores FY 2021
- Top 5 Interdepartmental score FY 2022
- Current Co-Chair Region New Mexico Region II Healthcare Coalition (HCC).
- Member & Past President Local Emergency Planning Committee.
- Safety Committee Chair NM. Hospital Association Workers Comp Group.
- Charter Member of the National Medical Disaster System (NMDS)
References
References available upon request.
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