Kerry Baroni
East Helena,Montana
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse and Clinical Administrator with a proven track record at St. Peters Hospital, enhancing patient care through expert psychiatric assessment and effective communication. Skilled in multidisciplinary collaboration and patient advocacy, significantly improving clinical outcomes. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and attention to detail, ensuring high-quality care and safety.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
St. Peters Hospital
02.2024 - Current
- Promote patient safety and well-being by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Serve as an advocate for patients'' rights by ensuring they are informed about their treatment options and respected throughout the decision-making process.
- Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities related to behavioral health nursing best practices for continuous improvement in clinical knowledge and skillset.
- Maintain timely, accurate, and confidential documentation of patient care, progress, and responses to treatment plans.
- Serve as Charge Nurse as assigned.
- Serve the BHU unit as a RN preceptor.
- Collaborated closely with psychiatrists to ensure appropriate medication management based on individual patient needs.
- Actively participated in discharge planning meetings by collaborating with the multidisciplinary team members to create comprehensive aftercare plans for successful community reintegration.
- Established strong rapport with patients and families by listening empathetically, providing emotional support, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Clinical Services Director
Edgewood Assisted Living
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Developed tailored professional development plans for nursing staff to enhance skills and career growth.
- Optimized departmental budgets by analyzing expenditures and reallocating resources for maximum impact.
- Implemented policy changes based on updated best practices, promoting a culture of safety and accountability.
- Ensured adherence to state and federal regulations by conducting regular compliance training for nursing staff.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
- Managed budgets effectively, identifying cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Served as a liaison between nursing leadership, hospital administration, medical staff, allied health professionals, patients, families, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
- Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
St. Peters Hospital
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Delivered psychoeducation on mental health conditions, coping strategies, and relapse prevention methods to patients and their families.
- Administered medications and assessed side effects, successes and failures of new medications.
- Conducted surveillance of patients to note behavioral changes and relayed information to charting systems.
- Assisted in calming patients using recognized best practice techniques with help from assistants and guards.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Regional Health Service Administrator
Turn Key Health Clinics
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Conducted regular audits of service processes to pinpoint areas for enhancement and ensure compliance.
- Resolved complex customer inquiries by implementing tailored solutions, enhancing overall client experience.
- Coordinated with stakeholders to gather input and align service strategies with organizational goals.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients to foster loyalty and repeat business.
- Trained new employees on company procedures and software systems, contributing to their rapid integration into the team.
- Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
- Negotiated and executed contracts on behalf of department.
- Built highly-efficient administrative team through ongoing coaching and professional development opportunities.
Regional Health Services Administrator
Correctional Health Partners
08.2020 - 08.2021
- NCCHC (National Commission on Correctional Healthcare) accreditation specialist.
- Oversaw accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
- Recruited, oriented, and trained healthcare staff members.
- Created and implemented organizational policies and procedures.
- Tracked and evaluated statistical data on healthcare activities to make effective program decisions.
- Collaborated with clinical leadership to establish best practices for patient-centered care across all service lines.
- Championed patient advocacy initiatives, creating an environment that prioritizes individual needs and promotes dignity at all stages of care.
- Spearheaded quality improvement initiatives focusing on process enhancements, leading to increased patient satisfaction scores.
- Enhanced staff training programs by identifying professional development needs and providing targeted educational resources.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
Registered Nurse
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center
07.2018 - 01.2020
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care and vital sign monitoring, to promote healing and recovery.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Director of Nursing
Columbine Manor Care Center
10.2017 - 06.2018
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Managed budgets effectively, identifying cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to facilitate continuity of care for patients transitioning between healthcare settings.
- Conducted regular risk assessments within the department to identify areas of potential vulnerability and implement corrective actions where necessary.
- Championed initiatives focused on improving workplace diversity to foster an inclusive environment that respects the cultural backgrounds of staff members and patients alike.
- Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.
- Developed policies and procedures for effective pharmacy management.
Regional Health Services Administrator
Correctional Health Partners
08.2016 - 10.2017
- Assisted with regulatory issues such as compliance.
- Oversaw accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
- Recruited, oriented, and trained healthcare staff members.
- Created and implemented organizational policies and procedures.
- Organized and managed contracts directly related to strategic mission of healthcare system.
- Analyzed population health trends to inform strategic planning efforts, aligning organizational goals with community needs.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for medical supplies and services, securing favorable terms that reduced overall costs.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration in the design and execution of patient care plans.
- Spearheaded quality improvement initiatives focusing on process enhancements, leading to increased patient satisfaction scores.
- Managed healthcare budgets and financial operations, ensuring optimal resource allocation for quality care delivery.
- Collaborated with clinical leadership to establish best practices for patient-centered care across all service lines.
- Oversaw recruitment efforts for clinical and administrative staff, building a highly skilled team dedicated to exceptional patient care.
- Championed patient advocacy initiatives, creating an environment that prioritizes individual needs and promotes dignity at all stages of care.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
- Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.
Regional Health Services Administrator
Colorado Department Of Corrections
07.2008 - 08.2016
- Provided operational and supervisory oversight of the multi-disciplinary clinical services team for CDOC. These departments included Medical Services, Mental Health-Addiction Services, Dental Services, both CDOC Infirmaries, and the Denver Reception and Diagnostic Center.
- ACA (American Correctional Accreditation) auditor for the State of Colorado.
- PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) auditor for the State of Colorado. Trainor for Colorado Department of Corrections.
- Monitored status of individuals with chronic health concerns, hospice, and urgent care needs.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures to maintain compliance with regulatory standards, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to identify areas for improvement in service delivery, resulting in more efficient workflows.
- Oversaw recruitment efforts for clinical and administrative staff, building a highly skilled team dedicated to exceptional patient care.
- Spearheaded quality improvement initiatives focusing on process enhancements, leading to increased patient satisfaction scores.
- Established partnerships with community organizations to promote health education programs that improved public awareness about preventive care options.
- Enhanced staff training programs by identifying professional development needs and providing targeted educational resources.
- Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Trinidad State Junior College
Alamosa05-2024
Skills
- Effective Interpersonal Communication
- Interdisciplinary Teamwork
- Clear Communication
- Patient Support Advocacy
- Effective Clinical Assessment
- Thorough Detail Orientation
- Accurate Clinical Documentation
- Patient Discharge Coordination
- Conflict Resolution Skills
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
St. Peters Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Clinical Services Director
Edgewood Assisted Living
03.2023 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
St. Peters Hospital
07.2022 - 03.2023
Regional Health Service Administrator
Turn Key Health Clinics
09.2021 - 01.2022
Regional Health Services Administrator
Correctional Health Partners
08.2020 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center
07.2018 - 01.2020
Director of Nursing
Columbine Manor Care Center
10.2017 - 06.2018
Regional Health Services Administrator
Correctional Health Partners
08.2016 - 10.2017
Regional Health Services Administrator
Colorado Department Of Corrections
07.2008 - 08.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Trinidad State Junior College
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