Kim Klingfus
Austin,MN
Summary
Dynamic RN Supervisor at Sacred Heart Care Center from 2002-2014. During that time also RN Case Manager for Home Health. Accepted the DON position 11 years ago. Advocated for patients while enhancing satisfaction scores through effective team collaboration. Skilled in nursing documentation and clinical assessment, committed to professional growth and optimizing operational efficiency. Involved in Social Services, Admissions, Discharge planning, Medicare reimbursement. Close relationship with Residents and their Family. Experience with conflict resolution.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Supervisor
Sacred Heart Care Center
04.2002 - 03.2025
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
- Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Consistently acted as a strong advocate for patients and their families, ensuring that their needs were met while navigating complex healthcare systems.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development by attending relevant conferences, workshops, and training sessions to stay current on the latest trends and best practices within nursing supervision.
- Streamlined nurse scheduling, ensuring adequate coverage and minimizing overtime expenses.
- Inventoried medications, supplies and equipment and distributed stock to patients.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Riverland Community College
Austin, MN05-1992
Skills
- Nursing documentation
- Clinical assessment
- Clinical leadership
- Quality improvement
Certification
CPR Certification
Timeline
RN Supervisor
Sacred Heart Care Center
04.2002 - 03.2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Riverland Community College
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