Michelle Hanson
Clermont,FL
Summary
Results-driven leader specializing in operational leadership and regulatory compliance. Demonstrated success in financial oversight and implementing clinical improvements that enhance facility performance. Strong ability to drive efficiency and ensure adherence to regulations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site CEO
Advanced Recovery Systems
Umatilla, Florida
08.2024 - 11.2025
- Assumed full responsibility for operations and financial performance of facility.
- Approved all expenses while maintaining visibility into revenue and expenditures.
- Monitored departmental performance metrics to ensure compliance with company goals.
- Developed improvement plans with department leaders for medical, nursing, clinical, and behavioral health metrics.
- Fostered leadership team alignment with corporate vision across admissions, staffing, and financial services.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations, Joint Commission standards, and insurance provider requirements.
- Cultivated a welcoming facility culture focused on client needs and satisfaction.
- Managed plant operations to maintain safety, security, and upkeep of the facility.
Director of Nursing
Advanced Recovery Systems
Umatilla, Florida
10.2023 - 08.2025
- Directed daily operations of nursing department, establishing and maintaining nursing practice standards.
- Managed nursing staff performance, recruitment, retention, and professional development initiatives.
- Assessed quality of patient care and implemented infection control policies across departments.
- Oversaw departmental budget, managed staffing levels, and coordinated with external agencies.
- Developed policies and procedures for nursing services ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Provided direct nursing services, educated patients on conditions, and supervised patient rights program.
- Collaborated with core management team to align departmental objectives with organizational goals.
Senior Clinical Operations Specialist
Centurion Group
Sterling, VA
04.2016 - 08.2023
- Enhanced productivity and operational efficiency through evaluation of internal systems.
- Identified service gaps, leading to effective process improvements for performance maximization.
- Delivered essential clinical and regulatory training to ensure compliance with standards.
- Executed on-site consultations aimed at improving healthcare service delivery.
- Supported site and regional management in troubleshooting and issue resolution.
- Mentored new Directors of Nursing through comprehensive on-site training programs.
- Facilitated employee orientation in partnership with statewide Director of Nursing.
Regional Director
Volusia County Jail
Daytona Beach, FL
04.2021 - 04.2023
- Oversaw evaluation of multidisciplinary team activities across medical, dental, and mental health services.
- Monitored staff performance on clinical procedures and facility protocols as required.
- Implemented contract-specific policies and ensured adherence among personnel.
- Maintained compliance with NCCHC medical and mental health standards in clinical practices.
- Acted as Centurion liaison to clients in collaboration with Vice President of Operations.
- Ensured adherence to company policies, federal and state regulations, including HIPAA standards.
- Facilitated close coordination of care between staff and security personnel to foster collaboration.
- Achieved NCCHC recertification and maintained Florida Model Jail Standards recertification.
Regional Director of Nursing
Corizon
Clermont, FL
08.2013 - 05.2016
- Organized nursing care delivery within corrections to ensure quality and resource efficiency.
- Planned comprehensive nursing care according to Florida Department of Corrections guidelines.
- Guided regional/state compliance with licensure, accreditation, and regulatory requirements.
- Developed and evaluated an environment that supports nurses in problem and diagnosis analysis.
- Implemented Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement programs for nursing services.
- Participated in multidisciplinary teams to represent nursing interests in planning processes.
- Conducted meetings with nursing staff to promote policy adherence and professional growth.
- Acted as liaison between Corizon and Florida Department of Corrections, monitoring over 20 facilities.
Regional Nursing Consultant
Florida Department of Corrections
Orlando, FL
08.2011 - 08.2013
- Performed programmatic evaluations and inspections, producing reports on findings and recommendations.
- Acted as liaison between central office and 20+ prison and work camps in the region.
- Managed state nursing staff usage and agency budget reports for operational efficiency.
- Conducted site visits to all regional state facilities to assess compliance and practices.
- Monitored care quality and practice standards to ensure adherence to state regulations.
Senior Director of Nursing
Florida Department of Corrections
Orlando, FL
09.2009 - 08.2011
- Supervised delivery of patient care, managing licensed personnel and ensuring compliance.
- Coordinated STD programs as a liaison between prison and health department.
- Collected, interpreted, and reported data as infection control coordinator.
- Conducted mortality reviews for palliative care program to enhance service quality.
- Assigned work, reviewed progress, and assessed performance of clinical staff.
- Managed quality assurance initiatives and training activities for clinical services.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing Education -
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Phoenix
Associate of Science in Nursing -
Seminole Community College
Skills
- Operational leadership
- Regulatory compliance
- Team management
- Patient care and culture
- Financial oversight
- Clinical improvement
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Operational efficiency
Certification
Registered Nurse - Compact License RN9192035
Timeline
Site CEO
Advanced Recovery Systems
08.2024 - 11.2025
Director of Nursing
Advanced Recovery Systems
10.2023 - 08.2025
Regional Director
Volusia County Jail
04.2021 - 04.2023
Senior Clinical Operations Specialist
Centurion Group
04.2016 - 08.2023
Regional Director of Nursing
Corizon
08.2013 - 05.2016
Regional Nursing Consultant
Florida Department of Corrections
08.2011 - 08.2013
Senior Director of Nursing
Florida Department of Corrections
09.2009 - 08.2011
Master of Science in Nursing Education -
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Phoenix
Associate of Science in Nursing -
Seminole Community College