Kimberly Gross
Freeport,FL
Summary
Accomplished nursing professional with a strong background in team collaboration and patient-centered care. Specializes in crisis management, compliance oversight, and quality improvement strategies. Able to effectively lead interdisciplinary teams to achieve operational goals and elevate patient care standards.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Supervisor
The Manor at Bluewater Bay
03.2025 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to uphold care standards and protocols, enhancing overall patient safety and satisfaction
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans for optimal outcomes
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently while providing guidance to the nursing team
- Addressed concerns regarding patient care issues and operational challenges as approachable leader, fostering a supportive team environment
- Conducted regular audits to maintain regulatory compliance, ensuring high-quality care and operational integrity
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information for optimal data integrity and accessibility across healthcare providers
Kindergarten Educator
Freeport Elementary School
02.2023 - 05.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans that improved student engagement and enhanced early childhood learning experiences
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies that fostered positive behavior and improved classroom atmosphere
- Collaborated with parents to support children's developmental needs and progress
- Facilitated hands-on activities that stimulated creativity and critical thinking skills in students
- Assessed student performance regularly to tailor instruction and support individual growth
Director of Pediatric Surgical Services
University of NM Hospital
06.2017 - 07.2022
- Directed strategic initiatives to enhance patient care services and operational efficiency
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement quality improvement programs that enhanced patient outcomes
- Managed departmental budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and resource allocation
- Analyzed data trends to inform decision-making processes, leading to actionable insights for improving hospital performance
- Developed and executed objectives aligning with hospital's strategic plan
- Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations
- Facilitated training sessions on compliance regulations and safety protocols, ensuring adherence and reducing risk in healthcare operations
RN Supervisor, Pediatric Surgical Services
University of NM Hospital
05.2015 - 07.2017
- Collaborated with healthcare team to provide comprehensive care and ensure efficient surgical case flow, room turnovers, and on-time starts
- Managed surgical case flow to optimize scheduling and room utilization
- Oversaw patient care during medical procedures, ensuring safety and adherence to protocols
- Assisted in patient assessments to facilitate timely treatment interventions
- Maintained/evaluated monthly reports to forecast surgical numbers and to adjust staffing numbers according to daily productivity allowances
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Surgery
University of NM Hospital
02.2011 - 05.2015
- Provided patient-centered care before, during, and after surgery
- Collaborated with surgical team to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment
- Anticipated needs of surgeons and team, enabling safe and timely patient care
- Assisted anesthesia during rapidly changing patient status to maintain optimal care
- Managed supplies, medications, and equipment to ensure efficient organization and case flow in operating room
- Documented patient care with accuracy
- Facilitated capstone preceptorship for nursing students, new RN preceptor, and relief charge nurse
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
University of NM Hospital
07.2009 - 02.2011
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create and execute individualized care plans, enhancing patient outcomes
- Triaged patients for psychiatric unit admittance, ensuring timely access to care
- Administered medications accurately and safely
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and treatment plans, fostering understanding and adherence
- Audited records and unit practices for regulatory compliance
Education
Master of Science - Executive Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL12-2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL05-2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Apollo College of Nursing
Albuquerque, NM 02-2009
Skills
- Patient safety protocols
- Quality improvement
- Compliance management
- Resource allocation
- Crisis management
- Team leadership
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
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Committees
- Emergency Command Clinical Operations
- Policy Review Committee
- Surgical Protocol Committee
- Service Line Committee
- Community Liaison Committee
- Root Cause Analysis (Project Manager for Pediatric Surgical Services)
- Hand Hygiene Committee
- Shared Governance Chair
- Neurosurgery Service Line Committee
- Social Committee
Timeline
RN Supervisor
The Manor at Bluewater Bay
03.2025 - Current
Kindergarten Educator
Freeport Elementary School
02.2023 - 05.2025
Director of Pediatric Surgical Services
University of NM Hospital
06.2017 - 07.2022
RN Supervisor, Pediatric Surgical Services
University of NM Hospital
05.2015 - 07.2017
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Surgery
University of NM Hospital
02.2011 - 05.2015
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
University of NM Hospital
07.2009 - 02.2011
Master of Science - Executive Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Apollo College of Nursing