Meghan O’Connor
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Dynamic healthcare leader with extensive experience at DaVita Dialysis, specializing in hemodialysis and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in enhancing clinical quality and fostering team development. Adept at implementing infection control measures and optimizing quality assurance, driving significant improvements in patient care outcomes. Passionate about mentoring and empowering healthcare teams.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SR Regional Hospital Services Clinical Manager
DaVita Dialysis
01.2020 - Current
- Supported Director of Clinical Services with MOR reports and additional tasks as required.
- Served as preceptor and mentor to Hospital Services Clinical Managers within Division.
- Prepared region for survey readiness by ensuring facilities met regulatory and safety requirements.
- Facilitated hospital quality meetings to review metrics and implement corrective action plans after audits.
- Participated in roundtable discussions on infection control and environmental committees.
- Managed onboarding process for TM using DaVita’s standardized education, including orientation documentation.
- Conducted regular check-ins with teammates for ongoing mentorship and educational assessments.
- Collaborated with National Team to develop, review, and implement clinical policies and educational materials.
- Performed site visits to verify adherence to TJC Accreditation standards across all units.
Regional Hospital Services Clinical Manager
DaVita Dialysis
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Clinical resource to all TMs
- Ensured facilities met regulatory and safety requirements for survey readiness.
- Facilitated hospital quality meetings to analyze metrics and implement corrective action plans.
- Participated in roundtable discussions focusing on infection control and environmental standards.
- Managed onboarding process for TM through DaVita’s standardized education and orientation documentation.
- Conducted regular check-ins with teammates, providing mentorship and assessing educational progress.
- Collaborated with National Team to develop and implement clinical policies and educational resources.
- Performed site visits to verify compliance with TJC Accreditation standards across all units.
Acute Clinic Manager/Charge RN
DaVita Dialysis - Hospital of University of PA
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Provided clinical oversight for high-acuity 10-bed unit to ensure optimal patient care.
- Collaborated with HSAdmin and hospital liaison to reduce codes in dialysis unit.
- Coordinated with Penn doctors for appropriate prioritization and safe patient care.
- Participated in roundtable discussions on infection control and environmental committees.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory policies and procedures on a daily basis.
- Worked with infection control teams to decrease reported CLABSI rates among dialysis staff.
- Assisted in training new team members and provided modality training for DaVita and hospital staff.
Acute Hospital Services Admin
DaVita Dialysis - Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Oversaw operations and patient care for 10-bed acute dialysis unit to ensure optimal service delivery.
- Managed financial and operational functions to maintain unit efficiency and effectiveness.
- Developed staff competencies by providing essential resources for safe patient care.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards and protocols throughout the unit consistently.
- Collaborated with hospital departments during infection prevention rounds and environmental care rounds to enhance efficiency.
- Maintained safe staffing ratios to support quality patient care delivery.
- Provided modality training to new team members to enhance skill sets.
- Delivered patient care during high census periods to meet demand.
Clinical Coordinator/Staff RN
DaVita Dialysis - Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2015
RN/Case Manager
Penn Care at Home
01.2010 - 01.2013
RN
DaVita Acute Dialysis - Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
01.2009 - 01.2010
Nocturnal Chronic RN
Fresenius Medical Care
01.2007 - 01.2009
Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Medical Care
01.2004 - 01.2007
Education
MASTERS OF NURSING -
HOLY FAMILY UNIVERSITY
Philadelphia, PA05-2025
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - nursing
Holy Family University
Philadelphia, PA01.2007
Skills
- Hemodialysis, CKRT, and PD expertise
- Regulatory compliance
- Infection control
- Quality assurance optimization
- Leadership abilities
- Clinical quality improvement
- Self-motivation
Accomplishments
- 2023 Daisy Award
- Primary instructor for Acute Basic Training (live and virtual)
- Developed review courses using the current ABT information to ensure success for new teammates while in training
- Streamlined STAR class in the Region to better oversee new TM training from start to finish
- Lead preceptor for Hospital Services Clinical Manager within the Division
- Created onboarding timeline for new HSCM
Certification
- BLS/ACLS certified
- Registered Nurse
- Certified Nephrology Nurse
- American Nephrology Nurses’ Association (ANNA)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
SR Regional Hospital Services Clinical Manager
DaVita Dialysis
01.2020 - Current
Regional Hospital Services Clinical Manager
DaVita Dialysis
01.2017 - 01.2020
Acute Clinic Manager/Charge RN
DaVita Dialysis - Hospital of University of PA
01.2017 - 12.2017
Acute Hospital Services Admin
DaVita Dialysis - Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2017
Clinical Coordinator/Staff RN
DaVita Dialysis - Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2015
RN/Case Manager
Penn Care at Home
01.2010 - 01.2013
RN
DaVita Acute Dialysis - Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
01.2009 - 01.2010
Nocturnal Chronic RN
Fresenius Medical Care
01.2007 - 01.2009
Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Medical Care
01.2004 - 01.2007
MASTERS OF NURSING -
HOLY FAMILY UNIVERSITY
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - nursing
Holy Family University
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