Kim Griffiths
Registered Nurse
Beaverton,OR
Summary
Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Registered Nurse. Strong work ethic.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Service Director
Monterey Court Memory Care
2023.11 - 2024.01
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
- Developed warm relationships with residents and families.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
Travel Nurse Case Manager
Supplemental Health Care
2022.07 - 2023.07
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and timely nursing care to diverse populations.
- Improved patient outcomes through careful monitoring and thorough documentation of vital signs, medical histories, and treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans tailored to meet patients'' specific needs.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by providing comprehensive discharge education and follow-up support for patients transitioning back to their homes.
HOME HEALTH NURSE/CASE MANAGER
SIGNATURE HEALTH CARE
2021.06 - 2022.04
- Head to toe assessment of patients to determine home health needs
- Coordinate with physicians, counselors, and psychologists after assessments
- Train new LPNs and RNs for home health nursing, including, assessments, venipuncture, IV therapy, catheterizations, and wound care
- Mentor new staff to further develop clinical and educational skills
- Provide patient education and ongoing support to patients, families and caregivers
- Develop and reassess care plans based on patient needs.
- Enhanced patient care by creating personalized home health plans, addressing individual needs and concerns.
- Improved patient outcomes through regular monitoring of vital signs and medication adherence.
- Provided comprehensive nursing services for the effective management of chronic conditions such as diabetes and hypertension.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care and support.
HOME HEALTH NURSE/CASE MANAGER
HEALTHY LIVING AT HOME
2019.10 - 2021.06
- Head to toe assessment of patients to determine home health needs
- Coordinate with physicians, counselors, and psychologists after assessments
- Train new LPNs and RNs for home health nursing, including, assessments, venipuncture, IV therapy, catheterizations, and wound care
- Mentor new staff to further develop clinical and educational skills
- Provide patient education and ongoing support to patients, families and caregivers
- Develop and reassess care plans based on patient needs.
ADMISSION NURSE
CEDAR HILLS PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL
2019.02 - 2019.06
- Assess patients to determine if they are appropriate for detox or psychiatric treatment; provide head to toe assessments for contraindications to admission and direct search for contraband
- Communicate with physicians to obtain orders; give physicians reports to 5 units
- Coordinate with physicians, counselors, and psychologists after assessments
- Manage Bed Board for admissions and transfers; determine appropriate unit for placement of new patients.
DIRECTOR OF HEALTH SERVICES
BEAVERTON HILLS ASSISTED LIVING
2018.06 - 2019.02
- Manage medical care of 60 residents with a diverse array of medical and mental health issues; approximately half of the population has mental health diagnoses
- Provide residents and their families with assessments, care plans, triage, and education regarding disease process
- Train and supervise medical staff on medication administration, delegation of insulin administration, personal care tasks, and activities of daily living
- Interact with residents and their families to keep abreast of everchanging health conditions.
SERVICE COORDINATOR/CASE MANAGER
HMSA
2017.06 - 2018.01
- Provide service coordination to members, facilitating collaborative relationships between members, providers, and community agencies
- Ensure that members receive timely and integrated access to services across the continuum of care, including supporting member's physical, emotional, social, and economic barriers to appropriate medical care
- Coordinate care plan team including Primary Care Physician, family members, and caretakers to ensure timely access to medical care
- Provide continuity of care when members are discharged from hospital assisting with medications and daily activities.
DIRECTOR OF WELLNESS
REGENCY AT HUALALAI
2016.05 - 2017.03
- Coordinate the health care of 115 residents with varying levels of medical complexity
- Assist residents and their family members by coordinating care with doctors and community services
- Perform clinical assessments prior to the acceptance of new residence and provide ongoing assessments, care plans, and triage to all residents
- Implement strategies for reduced resident isolation and improved quality of life
- Train and supervise wellness staff on medication administration, personal care tasks, and activities of daily living.
DIRECTOR OF HEALTH SERVICES
EDGEWOOD POINT ASSISTED LIVING
2015.11 - 2016.04
- Manage medical care of 79 residents with a diverse array of medical and mental health issues
- Supervise Licensed Practical Nurses, Medical Technicians, Nurses Aids, and other staff in 24-bed memory care unit
- Provide residents and their families with assessments, care plans, triage, and care coordination of services within the community
- Train and supervise medical staff on medication administration, personal care tasks, and activities of daily living
- Interact with residents and their families to keep abreast of everchanging health conditions.
NURSE TEAM LEADER (UROLOGY)
KAISER PERMANENTE
2000.07 - 2008.01
- Provide guidance and supervision to team of 15 medical staff including Medical Assistants, Licensed Practical Nurses, and Registered Nurses
- Collaborate with 8 MDs to coordinate patient care, triage, outpatient procedures, and inpatient procedures
- Set up outpatient operating room and assist on outpatient procedures
- Perform nurse treatments and provide patient education
- Assist patients with phone triage and advice
- Formulate and implement procedures.
Education
REGISTERED NURSE, NURSE RE-ENTRY PROGRAM - Nursing Education
HEATH AND EDUCATION CONSULTANTS
Portland, ORASN -
University of New York Now Excelsior College
01.1989
Valley College LPN diploma - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Valley College of Medical Careers
Canoga Park, CA01.1986
Skills
- Staff Development
- Staff Management
- Hiring and Retention
- Rules and Regulations
- Creativity and Innovation
- Charismatic Leader
- Team Management
- Registered Nurse
- Caring and Compassionate
Professional Background
I am a compassionate Registered Nurse with over 30 years of experience in healthcare. I am skilled at providing exceptional care to a diversified patient population with experience in Case Management, Home Healthcare, Urology, Oncology, Mother and Baby, Burn Unit, PACU, and Plastic Surgery. I have worked a variety of Team Leader and Management positions. My passion is teaching patients and caregivers to be able to manage their care.
Additional Education
THROUGHOUT MY CAREER VARIOUS EDUCATION AND INSERVICES
Timeline
Health Service Director
Monterey Court Memory Care
2023.11 - 2024.01
Travel Nurse Case Manager
Supplemental Health Care
2022.07 - 2023.07
HOME HEALTH NURSE/CASE MANAGER
SIGNATURE HEALTH CARE
2021.06 - 2022.04
HOME HEALTH NURSE/CASE MANAGER
HEALTHY LIVING AT HOME
2019.10 - 2021.06
ADMISSION NURSE
CEDAR HILLS PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL
2019.02 - 2019.06
DIRECTOR OF HEALTH SERVICES
BEAVERTON HILLS ASSISTED LIVING
2018.06 - 2019.02
SERVICE COORDINATOR/CASE MANAGER
HMSA
2017.06 - 2018.01
DIRECTOR OF WELLNESS
REGENCY AT HUALALAI
2016.05 - 2017.03
DIRECTOR OF HEALTH SERVICES
EDGEWOOD POINT ASSISTED LIVING
2015.11 - 2016.04
NURSE TEAM LEADER (UROLOGY)
KAISER PERMANENTE
2000.07 - 2008.01
REGISTERED NURSE, NURSE RE-ENTRY PROGRAM - Nursing Education
HEATH AND EDUCATION CONSULTANTS
ASN -
University of New York Now Excelsior College
Valley College LPN diploma - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Valley College of Medical Careers
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