Kimberly Keaveny
Burns,TN
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience in dialysis, specializing in case management and team education. Committed to enhancing patient care through effective leadership and a collaborative approach, resulting in improved operational outcomes and team performance.
Overview
1
1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Transitional Care Nurse - Contract
AHS Staffing
Denver, CO
04.2026 - Current
- Guided patients and families in health management practices, enhancing understanding of new onset dialysis.
- Educated patients on dialysis modality options, empowering them to make informed decisions aligned with their preferences.
- Developed comprehensive patient care plans based on assessment results and physician orders.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care effectively.
- Trained new staff on best practices in patient care and safety procedures, fostering a culture of safety and quality in patient care.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits and treatments in electronic medical record system.
- Continued competency of NxStage System One machines.
Regional Home Manager
Davita Kidney Care
Nashville, TN
08.2021 - 03.2026
- Built, managed, and developed a dialysis team comprised of 10 personnel within 7 dialysis units, provided coaching and mentorship, conducted performance evaluations, and established inclusive work cultures
- Identified process improvement opportunities, implemented group training and scheduling, enhancing operational effectiveness and team productivity while reducing work hours and labor costs among licensed teammates.
- Managed daily operations of one clinic, such as payroll, customer service, inventory control, and other administrative tasks related to running a facility.
- Drove implementation and adoption of new EMR system (CWOW) within each home facilities in the region
- Achieved 4-star ranking from CMS for two consecutive years, demonstrating compliance and quality care.
- Enhanced program census growth through strategic initiatives and outreach efforts.
- Cultivated strong relationships with CMS and the Network, contributing to exceptional survey results and ongoing support.
- Organized training seminars and conferences to promote professional development among staff and stakeholders, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
- Competent using NxStage System One and Versi cyclers for HHD, as well as Fresenius Liberty and Baxter Claria cyclers for PD.
Group Facility Administrator
Davita Kidney Care
Nashville, TN
10.2018 - 12.2021
- Built, managed, and developed a dialysis team comprised of 10-12 personnel within 9 dialysis units, provided coaching and mentorship, conducted performance evaluations, and established inclusive work cultures
- Managed and provided clinical expertise to each clinic for exceptional clinical outcomes during tenure
- Managed daily operations of one clinic, overseeing payroll, customer service, inventory control, and administrative tasks.
- Oversaw operations of one clinic during challenging survey period to ensure compliance and improvement.
- Managed EMR project implementation (CWOW) for chronic facilities and ensured on-time and on-budget completion
- Facilitated teammate satisfaction during pandemic operations, ensuring continuity of care across facilities.
- Maintained healthy relationships with CMS and the Network for exceptional survey results and support
- Identified process improvements to enhance new teammate interviews, leading to better candidate selection.
- Continued competency of Fresenius K+ and T, as well as B Braun machines.
Facility Administrator
Davita Kidney Care
Clarksville, TN
07.2017 - 10.2018
- Build, manage, and develop a dialysis team comprised of 15-20 personnel within dialysis unit, provide coaching and mentorship, conduct performance evaluations, and establish inclusive work cultures
- Managed daily operations, including payroll, customer service, inventory control, and administrative tasks to ensure smooth facility operations.
- Contributed to implementing quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient safety.
- Cultivated strong relationships with CMS and the Network to achieve exceptional survey results and ongoing support.
- Demonstrated proficiency in operating Fresenius K+ and Ts, along with B Braun machines, in a clinical setting.
Facility Administrator
Davita Kidney Care
Gaston, SC
06.2013 - 06.2017
- Cultivated strong relationships with CMS and the Network to achieve exceptional survey results and ensure ongoing support.
- Established relationship with CMS and the Network to exceed clinical and safety standards
- Ranked CMS 4-star facility in 2018
- Achieved high engagement score exceeding 95% through team initiatives.
- Drove successful engagement score >86%
- Facilitated collaboration with a challenging medical director to improve operational effectiveness.
- Opened new clinic with high patient census from day one
- Secured partnerships with large competing physician practices in undeveloped market areas to expand service reach.
- Built, managed, and developed a dialysis team comprised of 10-20 personnel, provided coaching and mentorship, conducted performance evaluations, and established inclusive work cultures
Registered Nurse
Davita Kidney Care
Orangeburg, SC
06.2011 - 06.2013
- Administered patient care in dialysis treatment sessions.
- Operated Fresenius K+ machines effectively during dialysis sessions.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
NHC
West Columbia, SC
07.2008 - 07.2010
- Administered medications and treatments prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation for patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN09-2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical School
Orangeburg, SC05-2011
Diploma - Nursing
Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical School
Orangeburg, SC07-2008
Skills
- Home Hemodialysis (HHD)
- Peritoneal Dialysis (PD)
- Chronic Dialysis (ICHD)
- Dialysis case management
- Clinical Leadership
- Staff Development and Training
- Physician relationship management
- CMS survey success
- IT Pilot Teams
- Patient Care Technology
- Compact Registered Nurse License
- CWOW
- Workday
- Kronos
- Concur
- Renvio
- Microsoft Suite
Accomplishments
- Service Excellence Core Value Award, Davita Kidney Care Home National Team, 07/24
- Team Core Value Award, Davita Kidney Care Home Division Director, 02/22
- 2018 Breakout Artist Award, Davita Kidney Care Regional Operations Director, 06/18
- Accountability Core Value Award, Davita Kidney Care Regional Operations Director, 04/15
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Transitional Care Nurse - Contract
AHS Staffing
04.2026 - Current
Regional Home Manager
Davita Kidney Care
08.2021 - 03.2026
Group Facility Administrator
Davita Kidney Care
10.2018 - 12.2021
Facility Administrator
Davita Kidney Care
07.2017 - 10.2018
Facility Administrator
Davita Kidney Care
06.2013 - 06.2017
Registered Nurse
Davita Kidney Care
06.2011 - 06.2013
Licensed Practical Nurse
NHC
07.2008 - 07.2010
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical School
Diploma - Nursing
Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical School