Maria Teresa REIMER
Stanton,CA
Summary
Dynamic, energetic Staff Development Coordinator skilled in finding creative and interesting techniques to facilitate learning. Enthusiastic leader with positive attitude and high level of professionalism. Adept at improving communication between staff and management teams. Knowledgeable training leader with proven skills in program and team management. Successful at evaluating training needs and program operations to make effective decisions. Accomplished in diversifying training programs and expanding course offerings to handle larger numbers of enrollees. Well-versed in developing courses for new topics and adjusting existing classes to meet changing demands. Hardworking and disciplined leader with advanced conflict resolution skills, good organizational abilities and proactive approach. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
A results-driven development professional with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving impactful outcomes. Extensive experience in designing and executing training programs that align with organizational goals. Recognized for adaptability and reliability in dynamic environments, utilizing effective communication and leadership skills.
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.
Qualified LVN with comprehensive background in staff development and leadership. Demonstrated success in creating and implementing programs that enhance employee performance and engagement. Proven track record of fostering collaborative environment and developing strategic initiatives.
Successful at managing company training initiatives focused on performance improvements, knowledge enhancement and staff development. Hardworking and organized approach paired with excellent communication, planning, and problem-solving skills.
Training professional with extensive leadership experience in staff development, process and productivity improvements, performance management and curriculum design.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Staff Development
Orange Healthcare & Wellness Center
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Mentored departmental leaders on best practices in staff development, promoting engagement and retention strategies.
- Streamlined onboarding processes for new hires, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies.
- Strengthened interpersonal relationships among team members by promoting open communication channels and conflict resolution techniques.
- Enhanced the reputation of the company as an employer-of-choice by maintaining cutting-edge training methods and cultivating a supportive work environment for personal growth.
- Promoted a diverse workforce by developing inclusive hiring practices and supporting diversity awareness programs.
- Managed new employee orientation training process for more than 12 employees each year.
- Communicated all learning and performance objectives, schedules, and training assessments to upper management.
- Trained new hires to perform cross-training exercises with experienced workers.
- Analyzed effectiveness of training programs at all levels and recommended updates.
- Developed and implemented staff training programs to enhance employee competencies and improve care quality.
- Evaluated success of training efforts, making necessary adjustments for improved outcomes.
- Developed and delivered new hire training programs and continuous professional development.
- Monitored employee performance to look for areas in need of improvement.
- Trained staff during demonstrations, meetings, conferences, and workshops.
Director of Staff Development
Corona Post Acute
09.2021 - 12.2022
- Developed and implemented staff training programs to enhance employee competencies and improve care quality.
- Led organizational initiatives to foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development among staff.
- Collaborated with management to assess training needs and align development strategies with institutional goals.
- Designed evaluation frameworks to measure training effectiveness and identify areas for improvement in staff performance.
- Improved staff performance by designing and implementing comprehensive training programs.
- Established strategic partnerships with external resources to provide additional training opportunities for employees.
- Enhanced team efficiency with cross-functional collaboration and streamlined communication processes.
- Increased employee retention rates by creating engaging career growth opportunities.
- Evaluated success of training efforts, making necessary adjustments for improved outcomes.
- Performed reviews of employee work performance to check for areas in need of additional training.
- Developed and delivered new hire training programs and continuous professional development.
- Monitored employee performance to look for areas in need of improvement.
- Trained staff during demonstrations, meetings, conferences, and workshops.
- Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires.
Director of Staff Development
Cedar Mountain Post Acute
03.2021 - 08.2022
- Spearheaded entire onboarding and orientation process for new employees, providing education and information to facilitate learning and improve employee job satisfaction.
- Partnered with Director of Nursing to coordinate logistics and communication regarding staff training on company products, initiatives and programs.
- Supported Director of Nursing and Infection Preventionist in delivering global practice-specific training as well as local training programs and workshops for 165 staff.
- Mentored team members to succeed and advance within department and company.
- Planned and led training programs on staff development to enhance employee knowledge, engagement, satisfaction and performance.
- Analyzed employee skill levels and implemented new techniques to boost staff knowledge.
- Conducted evaluations of training courses to uncover areas in need of improvement.
- Managed training calendar for entire fiscal year, including setting course plans, training spaces and department rotations.
- Oversaw training courses and promotional paths for professionals and leaders.
Infection Preventionist
Long Beach Healthcare Center
11.2017 - 05.2021
- Trained staff on strategies for preventing outbreaks and procedural complications.
- Consulted with local and state health departments to report infectious cases.
- Implemented CDC and OSHA driven infection prevention and control policies to guide hospital departments.
- Recognized areas for improved performance to protect employees, patients and visitors from infectious and communicable conditions.
- Maintained continuous and stringent safety levels and took preventive measures to avoid spread of disease and infection.
- Investigated clusters and outbreaks to identify source of infection, educating healthcare personnel regarding short and long term control measures.
- Managed files on procedures, infection rates and patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to control specific disease entities and support quality initiatives.
- Created and implemented new and improved procedures for controlling infections.
- Identified trends for hospital infections, interpreting surveillance data to develop risk reduction strategies.
- Communicated trend data and analysis to implement process improvement initiatives.
- Monitored procedures for hospital staff regarding sterilization, disinfection and decontamination of personnel, instruments and equipment.
- Compiled, reviewed and modeled diverse infection information.
- Developed educational programs for hospital personnel, patients and families to enhance knowledge of infection control.
- Compiled and arranged case data to complete weekly summaries.
Infection Preventionist
TERRACINA POST ACUTE
05.2020 - 02.2021
- Trained staff on strategies for preventing outbreaks and procedural complications.
- Consulted with local and state health departments to report infectious cases.
- Implemented CDC and OSHA driven infection prevention and control policies to guide hospital departments.
- Recognized areas for improved performance to protect employees, patients and visitors from infectious and communicable conditions.
- Maintained continuous and stringent safety levels and took preventive measures to avoid spread of disease and infection.
- Investigated clusters and outbreaks to identify source of infection, educating healthcare personnel regarding short and long term control measures.
- Managed files on procedures, infection rates and patient outcomes.
- Created and implemented new and improved procedures for controlling infections.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to control specific disease entities and support quality initiatives.
- Identified trends for hospital infections, interpreting surveillance data to develop risk reduction strategies.
- Communicated trend data and analysis to implement process improvement initiatives.
- Conducted renovation inspections to comply with health requirements and assessed infection control and safety issues.
- Utilized graphic tools to present quality performance improvement projects.
Case Manager
Norwalk Meadows Nursing Center
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Developed appropriate care plans for at-risk individuals and high-risk families.
- Coordinated support services and optimized communication between healthcare workers and patients.
- Initiated client-centered care plan reflective of client's readiness for change and activation level.
- Maintained up-to-date case records with case activity status.
- Assessed clients' health and well-being and worked closely with vested stakeholders to develop client-centered care plans.
- Participated in regular team meetings and in-house training sessions to boost group effectiveness.
- Linked clients with social services, health care providers and governmental agencies to help claim or reclaim individual autonomy.
- Provided transparency to clients and support system regarding care provisions and cost of services.
- Assisted individuals with eligibility for available benefits.
- Monitored and evaluated delivery of services to clients to maintain quality care.
- Developed trusting relationships with social services, health care providers and governmental agencies.
- Transitioned clients to different providers based on progress or needs.
- Provided case management services including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral and monitoring of families.
- Persuaded clients' support system to participate in decision-making to provide optimal care.
- Advocated for clients by obtaining information regarding treatment options and clinical status.
- Scheduled follow-up home visits post-crisis to evaluate status of client.
- Reviewed treatment plans against individual goals and healthcare standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to improve care quality, reduce costs and gauge patient progress.
- Implemented quality disciplinary and team building policies to foster staff satisfaction and productivity.
Quality Assurance Nurse
Long Beach Post Acute
09.2017 - 01.2019
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Executed appropriate steps for patient treatment following careful review of physician medical regimen.
- Maintained infection control logs, streamlined charting process and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership.
Certified Wound Care Nurse
Norwalk Meadows Nursing Center
04.2004 - 09.2017
- Cared for patients with various wounds caused by injuries, medical treatments and diseases.
- Conducted wound assessments for patients and documented information.
- Worked with healthcare teams to assess patients, manage wounds and monitor healing.
- Educated patients and family members on cleaning and dressing wounds and identifying signs of infection.
- Minimized patient skin breakdown by devising and carrying out skin care plan.
- Educated patients, family members and caregivers on condition management.
- Continually assessed patient pain levels and applied appropriate pain management techniques.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Alerted physician of diagnostic study results and changes in patient condition.
- Administered medications based on clinical condition and patient age.
- Developed individualized rehabilitative care to facilitate patients returning to productive lifestyle.
Education
Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing
Concorde Career Institute
06.2002
Skills
- Decision Making
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Management Staff Collaboration
- Instructor Evaluations
- Customer Service
- Detail-Oriented
- Regulatory Compliance
- Staff Leadership
- Core Values Management
- Task Prioritization
- Reporting and Documentation
- Diversity and inclusion
- Organizational development
- Employee recognition
- Onboarding programs
- Mentoring programs
- Staff retention
- Employee engagement
- Recordkeeping skills
- Coaching and mentoring
- Compliance management
- Policy implementation
- Staff assessment
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Verbal and written communication
- Self motivation
- Professionalism
- Employee relations
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse 201876
- Intravenous Therapy And Blood Withdrawal Certified
- Wound Ostomy Skin Care Certified
- Director of Staff Development 15948
- Infection Preventionist WB4081
- Ventilator Management And Tracheostomy
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Director of Staff Development
Orange Healthcare & Wellness Center
01.2023 - 10.2023
Director of Staff Development
Corona Post Acute
09.2021 - 12.2022
Director of Staff Development
Cedar Mountain Post Acute
03.2021 - 08.2022
Infection Preventionist
TERRACINA POST ACUTE
05.2020 - 02.2021
Case Manager
Norwalk Meadows Nursing Center
01.2019 - 09.2019
Infection Preventionist
Long Beach Healthcare Center
11.2017 - 05.2021
Quality Assurance Nurse
Long Beach Post Acute
09.2017 - 01.2019
Certified Wound Care Nurse
Norwalk Meadows Nursing Center
04.2004 - 09.2017
Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing
Concorde Career Institute
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