Melanie Casteel
Sheridan,AR
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Passionate nurse with several years of experience in diverse healthcare settings and care units. Competent in care plan development and implementation, patient care coordination and interdisciplinary teams collaboration.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Audit Nurse/Interim Administrator
Blossoms of Arkansas
Little Rock, AR
12.2021 - Current
- Conducted risk-based audits to evaluate internal compliance with laws and regulations of the Office of Long-Term Care and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Identified areas of potential risk and provided recommendations for corrective action plans.
- Set as Interim Administrator, as needed, for the Blossoms of Arkansas, and in doing so, oversee all aspects of resident care and company operation.
Assistant Director of Nursing
White Hall Nursing & Rehab Center
White Hall, AR
12.2015 - 12.2021
- Assisted with recruitment and retention of nursing staff.
- Developed and implemented strategies to promote patient safety and quality care outcomes.
- Coordinated the planning, implementation, evaluation, and documentation of nursing care plans.
- Assessed staffing needs based on patient census and acuity levels.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing personnel.
- Investigated incidents reported by staff members or patients and families.
- Conducted regular training sessions for healthcare personnel on proper infection control techniques.
- Performed environmental assessments to identify any areas of risk or non-compliance with infection control protocols.
- Investigated reports of suspected infections among patients, staff, and visitors.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Chenal Health and Rehab
Little Rock, Arkansas
12.2001 - 12.2015
- Assisted with recruitment and retention of nursing staff.
- Developed and implemented strategies to promote patient safety and quality care outcomes.
- Coordinated the planning, implementation, evaluation, and documentation of nursing care plans.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing personnel.
- Provided guidance to department supervisors regarding clinical practice standards.
- Assessed staffing needs based on patient census and acuity levels.
- Created policies and procedures to ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Conducted assessments to determine the resident's functional and cognitive abilities, as well as their level of care needs.
- Developed individualized plans of care for each resident based on assessment findings.
Health Facility Surveyor
Office of Long Term Care
Little Rock, AR
01.1998 - 12.2001
- Surveyed Nursing Homes across Arkansas to ensure compliance with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
Marketing Director
Beverley Enterprises
Little Rock, AR
12.1995 - 01.1998
- Developed and implemented marketing plans and strategies to boost census across Beverly Homes in Arkansas
- Organized events such as conferences, trade shows, seminars, and webinars.
- Managed relationships with external vendors to ensure successful placement of residents and their needs.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Grant County Nursing Home
Sheridan, AR
01.1985 - 01.1997
- I started off as a Nurses Aide, then LPN charge nurse, and then promoted to Assistant Director of Nursing. I also did Treatment Nurse, MDS Coordinator, Medical Records, and Social Services during my employment there.
- Assisted with recruitment and retention of nursing staff.
- Developed and implemented strategies to promote patient safety and quality care outcomes.
- Coordinated the planning, implementation, evaluation, and documentation of nursing care plans.
Education
Licensed Nursing Home Administrator - Health Administration
Arkansas Health Care
Little Rock, AR08-2021
LPN - Nursing
Quichita Vocational
Malvern, AR08-1998
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Unit Administration
- Discharge coordination
- Patient Education
- Nursing staff development
- Infection Preventionist
- Wound Management
- Care plan implementation
- Medical chart management
- Policy and procedure compliance
- Nursing Plan Development
Timeline
Regional Audit Nurse/Interim Administrator
Blossoms of Arkansas
12.2021 - Current
Assistant Director of Nursing
White Hall Nursing & Rehab Center
12.2015 - 12.2021
Assistant Director of Nursing
Chenal Health and Rehab
12.2001 - 12.2015
Health Facility Surveyor
Office of Long Term Care
01.1998 - 12.2001
Marketing Director
Beverley Enterprises
12.1995 - 01.1998
Assistant Director of Nursing
Grant County Nursing Home
01.1985 - 01.1997
Licensed Nursing Home Administrator - Health Administration
Arkansas Health Care
LPN - Nursing
Quichita Vocational
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