Linda Chon
Livonia,MI
Summary
Dedicated RN with a Bachelor of Science in Health Administration and experience as a Staff Development Coordinator. Managed nursing staff recruitment, onboarding, and orientation while ensuring compliance with credentialing requirements. Certified CDC Nursing Home Infection Preventionist and Welle Workplace Violence Prevention Trainer, focused on staff development and training innovation. Committed to enhancing clinical competencies and improving patient care outcomes through collaborative teamwork.
Overview
1
1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Development Specialist
Corewell Health Commons
Farmington Hills, Michigan
11.2022 - 05.2026
- Developed training programs for staff to enhance professional skills.
- Developed training materials to enhance staff education and support professional growth.
- Facilitated workshops to promote continuous learning and growth among employees.
- Collaborated with department leaders to identify training needs and resources.
- Led hiring, training, and mentoring of nursing team members; coordinated and presented new employee and agency orientation, followed up with new employees and preceptors to ensure competency goals were met and improve staff retention.
Nurse Manager
Corewell Health Commons
Farmington Hills, Michigan
11.2022 - 05.2026
- Directed nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care delivery.
- Managed daily operations of the nursing department efficiently.
- Developed policies to enhance patient safety and compliance standards.
- Conducted daily rounds to monitor residents' health, ensure proper medication administration, maintain cleanliness, and uphold safety standards in the environment.
Nurse Educator
Erickson Living
Fox Run, Novi
09.2019 - 03.2022
- Developed and delivered comprehensive education programs for licensed nurses, nursing assistants, and medication technicians to enhance clinical competencies. Trained Medication Technicians for assisted living settings. Designed and implemented infection control, patient care, resident safety, and customer service training across all departments to improve overall care standards. Presented training using PowerPoint, including orientation classes. Conducted N-95 mask fit testing, TB teaching/immunizations training, and transmission-based precaution education to ensure staff compliance and safety during orientation and skills training. Used Vision EHR.
- Developed and implemented nursing education programs for diverse staff at senior living communities.
- Conducted training sessions on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance educational resources and support materials.
Nurse Educator, RN
Beaumont Commons
Farmington Hills
03.2018 - 06.2019
- Developed and delivered educational programs for nursing staff at Beaumont Commons.
- Facilitated workshops on best practices in patient care and safety protocols.
- Assessed training needs and created tailored learning modules for diverse teams.
- Collaborated with departments to assess and address staff education needs. Presents in-service for areas of concern. Presents new employee and agency staff orientation. Monitors professional staff's credentials to ensure they are current. Created and maintained an annual education calendar to facilitate ongoing staff development. Participated in infection control, safety, and quality assurance committees to enhance organizational standards. Proficient with education compliance record-keeping and charting. Used PCC EHR.
Restorative Nurse/Assistant Director of Nursing
Manor Farmington Hills
Farmington, Michigan
03.2015 - 03.2018
- Developed individualized resident restorative programs and care plans with physical and occupational therapists to enhance resident recovery outcomes. Coordinated and scheduled restorative therapies with nursing staff to ensure timely delivery of care. Completed resident restorative MDS assessments, ensured the completion of restorative staff documentation, and completed Medicare Part B charting. Completed staff schedules. Supervised nursing staff and upheld standards for high-quality care and regulatory compliance in support of Director of Nursing.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to implement patient care plans effectively.
- Monitored patient comfort and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Provided support to patients with daily living activities in a compassionate care setting.
Staff Development Nurse/Infection Preventionist
Four Chaplains Nursing Center
Westland, Michigan
04.2012 - 10.2015
- Assessed and addressed education needs of all staff to enhance infection control practices. Coordinated and presented orientation for new employees. Actively worked with an interdisciplinary team and collaborated to prevent the spread of infections in the facility. Successfully educated all departments on their role in infectious disease prevention and implementing infection control practices. Monitored and tracked infections, implementing strategies to prevent illness and promote residents' wellness. Compiled and submitted infection control reports to ensure compliance with health regulations. Administered staff and residents' influenza vaccinations and residents' pneumonia vaccinations. Used PCC EHR. Used EHR for patient compliance charting.
- Developed training programs for nursing staff to enhance clinical skills.
- Facilitated workshops on best practices in patient care and safety protocols.
- Mentored new nurses to promote confidence and competence in their roles.
Westland Convalescent Center
Westland, Michigan
09.2000 - 04.2012
- Worked as part of the management team to improve patient care. Maintained education records for all departments. Interacted with state surveyors during surveys. Developed and presented the state plan of correction education programs. Revised policies and nursing procedures as needed. Coordinated guest speakers for licensed nurses' training topics when there was an opportunity. Prepared and presented education to nursing staff and all other departments. Used Matrix EHR.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN10-2026
Bachelor of Healthcare Administration -
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ01-2005
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Wayne County Community College
Detroit, MI01-1998
Skills
- Training program development
- Curriculum design
- Clinical education
- Staff training
- Educational compliance
- Program evaluation
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
- Certified Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Nursing Home Infection Preventionist
- Certified Trainer: Welle Workplace Violence Prevention
- CPR/BLS Healthcare Provider BLS Certified
Timeline
Professional Development Specialist
Corewell Health Commons
11.2022 - 05.2026
Nurse Manager
Corewell Health Commons
11.2022 - 05.2026
Nurse Educator
Erickson Living
09.2019 - 03.2022
Nurse Educator, RN
Beaumont Commons
03.2018 - 06.2019
Restorative Nurse/Assistant Director of Nursing
Manor Farmington Hills
03.2015 - 03.2018
Staff Development Nurse/Infection Preventionist
Four Chaplains Nursing Center
04.2012 - 10.2015
Westland Convalescent Center
09.2000 - 04.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Bachelor of Healthcare Administration -
University of Phoenix
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Wayne County Community College