Kimberly Knoss
Gentiva Hospice
Greenville,NC
8
years of professional experience
Experienced nursing leader with a strong record in long-term care, and assisted living operations. Known for regulatory compliance, quality assurance, interdisciplinary coordination, and team development that supports efficient workflows and better patient care.
Results-driven Director of Nursing and with extensive experience leading clinical teams, staffing operations, and survey readiness. Skilled in quality assurance, documentation accuracy, and policy enforcement. Focused on improving resident outcomes through strong communication, accountability, and streamlined processes.
Work History
Executive Director
1 Year 1 Month- Directed daily hospice operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory and clinical standards.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team communication to support coordinated end-of-life patient care.
- Managed census oversight, admissions workflow, and timely service coordination across care settings.
- Monitored quality assurance processes to strengthen documentation accuracy and patient service consistency.
Director of Nursing
7 Months- Directed nursing operations to support resident care quality, staffing coverage, and daily workflow consistency.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations, survey readiness, and facility documentation standards.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care planning to align nursing interventions with resident needs.
- Supervised clinical staff performance, assigning responsibilities and reinforcing care procedures.
Director of Nursing
9 Months- Directed nursing operations to maintain compliance with state regulations, clinical standards, and facility policies.
- Coordinated staffing schedules, assignments, and coverage to support consistent resident care delivery.
- Oversaw care plan development and interdisciplinary collaboration for accurate, individualized nursing services.
- Monitored infection control practices, documentation, and quality assurance processes to reduce clinical risk.
Director of Nursing
10 Months- Implemented quality assurance reviews to identify gaps and strengthen nursing practice.
- Monitored medication administration processes to promote accuracy, safety, and accountability.
- Trained nursing staff on policies, infection control, and resident care protocols.
- Collaborated with leadership to improve clinical outcomes and operational efficiency.
Director of Nursing
6 Months- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
Director of Nursing
1 Year 4 Months- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
Director of Nursing
1 Year 6 Months- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
Director of Assisted Living
1 Year 1 Month- Directed daily assisted living operations, aligning resident care, staffing, and service standards.
- Coordinated resident assessments, care plans, and service updates with clinical teams.
- Supervised caregivers and support staff, reinforcing policies, training, and accountability.
- Monitored regulatory compliance, documentation accuracy, and safety procedures across facility.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
LPN Diploma - Nursing
Accomplishments
Two deficiency free surveys. Experience with annual survey prep, plan of corrections creation and implementation.
Timeline
Executive Director
Gentiva Hospice
09.2025 - 10.2026Read More
Director of Nursing
PruittHealth
02.2025 - 09.2025Read More
Director of Nursing
PruittHealth
05.2024 - 02.2025Read More
Director of Nursing
PruittHealth
05.2023 - 03.2024Read More
Director of Nursing
August Health
10.2022 - 04.2023Read More
Director of Nursing
Maxwell Group
05.2021 - 09.2022Read More
Director of Nursing
Five Star Senior Living
11.2019 - 05.2021Read More
Director of Assisted Living
Noel Manor
10.2018 - 11.2019Read More
Bethel University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Ridgewater College
Associate of Science from Nursing
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Ridgewater College
LPN Diploma from Nursing
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