Kim Curnell-Pean
Summerville,SC
Work Preference
Summary
Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience in managing, planning, and directing health services across diverse settings, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and the delivery of high-quality patient care. Recognized for strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, alongside a proven ability to adapt swiftly to new challenges and environments. Committed to continuous learning and professional development while leveraging a results-oriented mindset to drive team success and enhance organizational performance. Equipped with a proactive approach to problem-solving and project management, consistently delivering impactful solutions in fast-paced environments.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Admit Transfer Center Healthcare
Medical University of South Carolina Hospital Authority
02.2022 - Current
- Oversee admissions and transfers for 18 MUSC affiliate Hospitals and outlying community hospitals. Facilitate MD to MD consultations and transfers based on services
- Facilitate telemedicine consults for acute strokes
Nurse Manager
Medical University of South Carolina Hospital Authority
01.2008 - 02.2022
- Establishes and communicates performance expectations and assists with development of personal and professional goals of over 75 clinical and non-clinical staff. Monitors and evaluates the quality of patient care delivered in the department to ensure safe, competent clinical practice.
- Selects, monitors, motivates and directs development and evaluation of the staff; establishes and tracks quality improvement indicators and other information concerning services and care to ensure that resources are available to provide quality services and on-time performance consistent with standards; devises health related educational programs for clinical and non-clinical staff.
- Participates, consults and collaborates in the development of long-range plans for health care programs; interprets and communicates hospital and departmental policies and procedures; establishes areas of responsibility and assignment; develops or implements policies and procedures to ensure efficient and effective delivery of health services.
- Receives, analyzes and evaluates reports and other information and coordinates quality improvements activities concerning the care of patients, equipment, environmental health and safety conditions, and other related services in improving the quality and utilization of health care.
Clinical Nurse Leader for Cardiology Unit
Medical University of South Carolina Hospital Authority
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Primary Charge Nurse on a Cardiac Care/ Sickle Cell Unit. Managed comprehensive nursing care for patients whose needs range from uncomplicated to complex and rapidly changing. Based on holistic assessment, identified relevant aspects of the situation and determined the appropriate course of action to move patient/family, and staff towards the expected outcomes. Assessed subtle changes in patient status; anticipated problems before they occurred and implemented measures to minimize risk.
- Participated in Performance Improvement/ Research activities designed to improve patient care and/or organizational processes. Reviewed and analyzed current nursing literature and research as a basis for improving practice. Identified clinical problems for study, communicated to appropriate resources and sought opportunities to participate in investigational/ evaluation activities. Participated in PI activities/clinical research and provided written summaries for involvement. Collected data for evaluation to improve care.
Nursing Supervisor
Palmetto Lowcountry Behavioral Health
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Participated in nursing department policy and procedure formulation and implementation of objectives for the nursing department.
- Implemented and interpreted specific standards and objectives for the unit.
Medical/Surgical Staff Pool
Medical University of South Carolina Hospital Authority
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Floated to Medical/Surgical as first priority as staffing needs exists. Floating to Emergency Department as needed.
- Under general supervision, assumed 24-hour accountability to plan and provide direct professional nursing care for specified patients throughout the entire episode of service delivery as defined by population and unit. Provided nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the standards of practice of a professional registered nurse, hospital policies and procedures, Joint Commission, Federal and State regulations.
Clinical Nurse Leader
Medical University of South Carolina Hospital Authority
01.1996 - 01.2001
- Primary charge nurse on Medical Acute Care Unit. Managed comprehensive nursing care for patients whose needs range from uncomplicated to complex and rapidly changing. Based on holistic assessment, identified relevant aspects of the situation and determined the appropriate course of action to move patient/family, and staff towards the expected outcomes. Assessed subtle changes in patient status; anticipated problems before they occurred and implemented measures to minimize risk.
- Participated in Performance Improvement/ Research activities designed to improve patient care and/or organizational processes. Reviewed and analyzed current nursing literature and research as a basis for improving practice. Identified clinical problems for study, communicated to appropriate resources and sought opportunities to participate in investigational/ evaluation activities. Participated in PI activities/clinical research and provided written summaries for involvement. Collected data for evaluation to improve care.
Education
Master of Health Care Administration -
Ashford University
04.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, SC01.1995
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Benedict College
Columbia, SC01.1991
Skills
- Possess a broad nursing knowledge, leadership ability, accepts responsibility, exercises authority and functions independently Possess insight for employee growth and development and the ability to do effective impartial counseling Personal qualities exemplified such as kindness, compassion, understanding, integrity, respect, sense of humor, discretion and confidentiality Professional qualities exemplified such as team builder, communicator, mentor and innovator
- Microsoft Office Suite, McKesson, E-Care Net, PeopleAdmin, SuccessFactors, PMM, AdminRx, Kronos, E-shift, Epic, Shiftwise, PSI, Optilink, Smart Square
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Computer skills
- Organizational skills
- Calm under pressure
- Active listening
- Organization and time management
- Decision-making
- Problem resolution
- Verbal communication
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 70 to 120 staff members.
RECOGNITION
Co-Author: Impact of Geographic Rounding and Multi-disciplinary Rounds on Coordination of Care and Discharge Times. Society of General Internal Medicine. 2014, Member of MUSC Diversity and Inclusion Committee Education & Training, Member of MUSC Nurse Manager Steering Council
Work Availability
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Timeline
Admit Transfer Center Healthcare
Medical University of South Carolina Hospital Authority
02.2022 - Current
Nurse Manager
Medical University of South Carolina Hospital Authority
01.2008 - 02.2022
Clinical Nurse Leader for Cardiology Unit
Medical University of South Carolina Hospital Authority
01.2006 - 01.2008
Nursing Supervisor
Palmetto Lowcountry Behavioral Health
01.2004 - 01.2006
Medical/Surgical Staff Pool
Medical University of South Carolina Hospital Authority
01.2001 - 01.2004
Clinical Nurse Leader
Medical University of South Carolina Hospital Authority
01.1996 - 01.2001
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Medical University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Benedict College
Master of Health Care Administration -
Ashford University