KRISTA MCDONALD
Fair Lawn,NJ
Summary
Detail oriented and experienced leader looking forward to enhancing the productivity and operations of an organization through proactivity, strategic planning and fostering an environment that promotes teamwork
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant S4
HHT
09.2024 - Current
- Served as the BTN/SQDN Unit Movement Officer. Expertly managed the movement of $27 million worth of inventory from Syria to New Jersey. Ensured successful transportation of sensitive items with precise coordination and accountability throughout the multi-stage deployment process.
- Closely communicated and coordinated with Brigade mobility team to facilitate seamless movement and execution of plan.
- Managed the planning, coordination and implementation of gravel contract supply and delivery to ATG worth $2.8 million
- Presented two aggregate contract JRRB proposals to CJTF-OIR, successfully securing approval to move forward.
- Conduct planning and coordination for Spurs & Sabers, YRB event
Executive Officer
Alpha & Bravo Troop/Company
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Served as the Executive Officer (XO) and second in command of both the Alpha and Bravo Reconnaissance Troop in an Infantry Brigade Combat Team
- Responsible for the combat readiness, retention, welfare, morale, conduct, and force protection of the Troop and the wellbeing of their families.
- Supervised and oversaw the commander's maintenance, supply, and logistical programs to ensure a high state of readiness at all times for two troops, including the duration of humanitarian aid initiative and heightened threat windows.
- Implemented a 5988/2404 process to streamline turn in of equipment with faults and vehicles allowing for enhanced visibility to platoon leadership
- Created troop equipment reference guide with 43 property book items to facilitate monthly inventory
- Attended and completed Unit Movement Officer School. Served as Troop/Company UMO and BTN/SQDN UMO. Expertly managed the movement of $13.5 million worth of inventory from New Jersey to Texas to Syria. Ensured successful transportation of sensitive items with precise coordination and accountability throughout the multi-stage deployment process.
- Led the troop pre-deployment packing initiative during Fall 2023 IDT's resulting in 95% packing completion 60 days prior to container seal date
Cavalry Scout Platoon Leader, Lieutenant
Alpha Troop/Company
02.2021 - 07.2023
- Directly manage the safety, training and wellbeing of 40 soldiers
- Plan, coordinate, organize and direct all operations of the platoon involving training and scheduling
- Supervise soldiers while operations are executed, refine and adjust training plan as needed
- Evaluate soldier readiness through counseling, mentorship, training and outlining areas for further self development and growth
- Evaluate soldier performance quarterly; provide feedback and discipline when necessary
- Enforce standards related to training, military equipment and ethical behavior in accordance with Army regulations
- Mentor and coach squad leaders; provide clear tasks, purpose and direction
- Organize schedules and conduct administrative tasks including monthly in-person meetings and conference calls
- Provide monthly updates to Commander and Executive Officer
- Monitor soldier status by verifying they are current on mandatory certifications, annual fitness test and gunnery qualifications
- Conduct spot-checks to verify adherence to guidelines
Facility Administrator / Supervisor of Operations
DaVita
03.2022 - Current
- Manages the overall logistics and operations of four DaVita Dialysis clinics consisting of 130 staff members and 400 patients.
- Oversee staffing, financial management, quality assurance, safety, risk management, teammate satisfaction, facility maintenance, and other required duties.
- Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and Policy & Procedures via internal audits for the facility
- Control productivity, staffing and overtime within required state mandated ratios
- Conduct team building, conflict resolution, quarterly evaluations and monitor teammate satisfaction
- Steward and maintain professional relationships with partnering physicians, hospital and clinical networks in an effort to improve quality of patient care.
Lead Clinical Information Manager
Richmond University Medical Center
07.2017 - 12.2021
- Supervised 46 medical scribes working in the Emergency Department by overseeing their performance, training, mentoring and coaching
- Created and managed the scribe schedule monthly and conducted time accounting biweekly
- Acted as a central point of contact between the medical scribes, Regional Manager and Emergency Department Chairperson
- Reviewed patient and documentation data weekly in order to determine scribe shift changes necessary to accommodate high volume hours and mitigate common mistake areas that result in lost time
- Demonstrated teamwork by filling empty overnight and 12 hour shifts
- Conducted annual performance evaluations and provided structured retraining with underperforming individuals
- Resolved interpersonal conflicts between staff members
- Introduced a workflow spreadsheet and provider preferences list that resulted in increased scribe efficiency and continues to be used today
- Introduced a protocol to EMR observation and critical care documentation that tripled revenue within 45 days of implementation
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy, Biology Concentration
MONTCLAIR STATE UNIVERSITY
01.2013
Skills
- Leadership
- Management
- Detail Oriented
- Problem Solving
- Conflict Resolution
- Scheduling
Awards
- Guest Speaker, Memorial Day Program, Teaneck Patriotic Observance Advisory Board
- Honor Graduate, Army Officer Candidate School, Presented to officer candidate who graduates 2nd in class.
- Dean of Students Junior of the Year Award, Presented to one college Junior of 4,500 students who demonstrated excellence in leadership, academics and service to the student population.
- Most Valuable Peer Leader Award, Presented to highest performing student in Peer Leadership Program, received two consecutive years.
Timeline
Assistant S4
HHT
09.2024 - Current
Executive Officer
Alpha & Bravo Troop/Company
08.2023 - 09.2024
Facility Administrator / Supervisor of Operations
DaVita
03.2022 - Current
Cavalry Scout Platoon Leader, Lieutenant
Alpha Troop/Company
02.2021 - 07.2023
Lead Clinical Information Manager
Richmond University Medical Center
07.2017 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy, Biology Concentration
MONTCLAIR STATE UNIVERSITY
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