Kimberly Witt
Anderson
Summary
Professional with extensive experience in staff development, prepared to lead and elevate organizational growth. Skilled in designing and implementing training programs that enhance employee performance and foster collaborative environments. Strong focus on achieving measurable results, with reputation for adaptability and reliability. Known for strategic thinking, effective communication, and leadership that inspires and motivates teams.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Staff Development
Oakwood Healthcare Center
10.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented comprehensive staff training programs to enhance employee skills and performance.
- Facilitated workshops and seminars to promote professional growth and knowledge sharing among staff members.
- Collaborated with department leaders to identify training needs and align development strategies with organizational goals.
- Evaluated training effectiveness through feedback mechanisms, ensuring continuous improvement in learning initiatives.
- Ensured regulatory compliance in all aspects of staff development, including licensing, certifications, and continuing education requirements.
- Enhanced team efficiency with cross-functional collaboration and streamlined communication processes.
Charge Nurse
Marquis Shasta Post Acute Rehab
09.2024 - 09.2025
- Supervised nursing staff and coordinated patient care to ensure high-quality service delivery.
- Implemented policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency and compliance with healthcare standards.
- Mentored new nurses, fostering skill development and promoting a collaborative team environment.
- Conducted patient assessments, developing tailored plan of care based on individual health needs.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Windsor Redding Care Center
02.2022 - 09.2024
- Working directly with DON
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans for residents, improving overall patient outcomes.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficient staffing and resource allocation across nursing departments.
- Evaluated nursing practices, identifying areas for improvement and streamlining processes to enhance efficiency.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team.
- Led nursing staff in implementing patient care protocols to enhance quality of service.
- Developed and maintained training programs for nursing personnel to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
LVN II Charge Nurse
Redding Post Acute
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team, enhancing patient response times.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care strategies.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and compliance with care plans.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve overall patient outcomes and satisfaction
Infection Preventionist
Redding Post Acute
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Implementing and maintaining Infection Control policies per facility and CDPH
- Trained staff on best practices for infection prevention and control measures.
- Antibiotic Stewardship program and ensuring McGeer's Criteria
- Facility Surveillance for risk factors
- Coordinating with Interdisciplinary Team in regards to isolation, infection and antibiotics
- Analyzed data to identify trends in infection rates, driving targeted intervention strategies.
- Provided comprehensive training for staff on proper hand hygiene, personal protective equipment usage, and other infection control practices to minimize risks.
- Served as a liaison between departments to facilitate communication regarding best practices in infection prevention and control.
- Facilitated ongoing risk assessments for healthcare-associated infections by identifying potential vulnerabilities in current practices or systems and recommending strategies to address these concerns.
Admissions Director
Redding Post Acute
07.2018 - 01.2019
- Dept Lead with guiding and training staff of 3.
- Documentation review to select high rug/drg patients for facility short term rehab.
- Marketing to local and tertiary market for facility requiring strong community image correction.
- 1:1 delivery of patient information and care planning with MD, PPS rounds
- Active role in discharge planning with facility social worker and DCP.
- Responsible for multiple tracking reports including annual SWAT Analysis.
- Developed and implemented strategic enrollment management plans to enhance admissions processes.
- Collaborated with leadership to establish policies that align with institutional mission and regulatory requirements.
- Conducted regular evaluation of admission policies and procedures, making necessary adjustments to maintain alignment with institutional objectives.
Utilization Nurse Management Coordinator II
Partnership Healthplan of California
12.2016 - 07.2018
- Worked autonomously as well as part of a team to evaluate and provide UR to patients requiring SNF placement.
- Interjected on multiple levels place patients to keep re-admission rates down to decrease hospital costs.
- Facilitate timely review for authorization vs. denial of claims, applying state regulations
- Processed and managed all bed holds as well as requests for auth extensions.
- Responsible for thinking out of the box to facilitate difficult to discharge patients into unique settings with family approval.
- Participated in weekly Northern and Southern rounds covering 300-400 patients weekly.
- Diligently and quickly gleaned chart for pertinent information.
- Fluid in multiple EMR systems.
Nursing Supervisor
Kindred Canyonwood
03.2016 - 12.2016
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to facility protocols.
- Evaluated patient care plans, recommending adjustments to enhance treatment efficacy and address individual needs.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and improving overall team morale and effectiveness.
- Mentored new nursing staff members to promote adherence to established best practices and foster professional growth.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Contributed to positive team dynamics as an approachable supervisor who actively listened to concerns from both patients and nurses.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients when personnel was short-staffed.
LVN II
River Valley Rehabilitation
10.2014 - 09.2016
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Educated patients and families on post-treatment care and health practices.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Education
Certificate - Vocational Nursing
Institute of Technology
Redding, CA12.2013
Skills
- Nursing
- Typing
- Geriatrics
- ICD-10
- Care plans
- Medical terminology
- Teaching
- Patient care
- Acute care
- Computer skills
- Case management
- Time management
- Training & development
- Communication skills
Certification
- BLS Certification
- IV Certification
- LVN
- CPR Certification
- LPN
Timeline
Director of Staff Development
Oakwood Healthcare Center
10.2025 - Current
Charge Nurse
Marquis Shasta Post Acute Rehab
09.2024 - 09.2025
Assistant Director of Nursing
Windsor Redding Care Center
02.2022 - 09.2024
LVN II Charge Nurse
Redding Post Acute
02.2020 - 02.2022
Infection Preventionist
Redding Post Acute
01.2019 - 02.2020
Admissions Director
Redding Post Acute
07.2018 - 01.2019
Utilization Nurse Management Coordinator II
Partnership Healthplan of California
12.2016 - 07.2018
Nursing Supervisor
Kindred Canyonwood
03.2016 - 12.2016
LVN II
River Valley Rehabilitation
10.2014 - 09.2016
Certificate - Vocational Nursing
Institute of Technology
Awards
Spirit of Nursing, December 2013
Section name
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