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Misty Odhner

Misty Odhner

Austin

Summary

Accomplished Executive Director with 30 years experience in Senior Care. Recognized for leveraging strong team leadership and development to drive forward progress. Highly organized, detail-oriented leader skilled in directing high-performing teams to develop solutions and solve operational and technical problems. Success implementing systems across multiple operations with superior organizational and communication skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Assisted Living & Memory Care

Querencia at Barton Creek
09.2024 - 06.2025

Responsible for the overall management, performance, and regulatory compliance of this facility. This includes overseeing resident care, staff operations, financial health, and community engagement—ensuring a safe, compassionate, and thriving environment for residents and their families.


Resident Care & Services

  • Ensure high-quality care and services for residents, including those with memory impairments
  • Oversee care planning, wellness programs, and compliance with health regulations
  • Foster a culture of dignity, respect, and person-centered care

Staff Leadership & HR

  • Implemented comprehensive training programs to elevate staff performance and service standards.
  • Hire, train, and supervise department heads (e.g., nursing, dining, housekeeping, activities)
  • Build a strong, compassionate team culture with high staff retention
  • Conduct performance evaluations and implement staff development plans

Operations & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., staffing ratios, safety, sanitation)
  • Maintain licensure and prepare for state inspections and audits
  • Implement and monitor policies and procedures across departments
  • Directed strategic initiatives to enhance resident care and operational efficiency across multiple facilities.

Financial Management

  • Develop and manage the facility’s annual budget
  • Monitor departmental expenses and revenue to meet financial goals
  • Oversee billing, occupancy rates, and cost control measure
  • Analyzed key performance indicators to identify areas for process optimization and resource allocation.

Sales & Marketing

  • Lead community outreach and marketing efforts to maintain high occupancy
  • Build relationships with referral sources, families, and local organizations
  • Represent the facility at public events and industry functions

Strategic Planning & Community Engagement

  • Collaborate with the Board of Directors or corporate leadership on long-term goals
  • Develop and implement strategic initiatives to improve resident satisfaction and operational efficiency
  • Serve as the face of the community to residents, families, and the public

Senior Executive Director

Solstice Senior Living Center
03.2018 - 04.2024
  • Strategically planned the day to day administrative and operational functions for a 240 bed facility, providing guidance, stability, leadership and motivation to over 50 employees
  • Strong understanding of TX State regulations for Assisted Living Communities and TALA Certification.
  • Manage annual budget with up to $6M in revenue and control expenses to ensure positive EBITDARM growth YOY.
  • Exceeded annual revenue goals by more than $165K, with NOI of $2M.
  • Developed annual operating and capital budget.
  • Review monthly financial statements, exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget, maximize profitability and minimize negative budget variances and deficits.
  • Led community to achieve a 95% occupancy.
  • Oversee the admission process and execute residency agreements for all new admissions, ensuring proper communication of company's agreement and policies.
  • Assisted in developing and conducting service plan reviews with appropriate resident care team members and families.
  • Maintained a high degree of resident and staff satisfaction through quality control services and prompt issue resolution, communication and follow-up.

Cancer Information Specialist

American Cancer Society
06.2016 - 10.2018
  • Coordinated social servies to cancer patients and their families both at a local and national level.
  • Problem solved with Nurse Navigators to help meet all social service needs of the patients.
  • Data capture of callers demographics.
  • Fulfilled vendor and material requests.

Director

Brookdale
10.2015 - 03.2018
  • Responsible for all aspects of operating a 200 bed senior facility.
  • Hired and managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a collaborative work environment for increased productivity.
  • Implemented innovative marketing strategies to raise brand awareness and drive revenue growth by signing new residents.
  • Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
  • Executed operating and capital budget and expenses. Managed all CapEx projects. Continually maintained operations under budget. Managed a $5 million dollar renovation. Optimized operational workflows, reducing overhead costs and maximizing resource allocation.
  • Guided staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
  • Evaluated program outcomes using data-driven metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing targeted interventions.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms while adhering to budgetary constraints.
  • Involved with the Memory Enhancement and Memory Care Programs. Worked closely with care staff to ensure memory care daily path and goals were followed for each resident.
  • Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.
  • Routinely provided program directions, education and material to associates to ensure their success when facilitating programs.

Supervisor Disease Management

Cenpatico Behavioral Health
08.2010 - 05.2014
  • Provided market level development, implementation and oversight of Disease Management staff.
  • Managed and collaborated the care of patients enrolled in Cenpatico's Medical Disease Management programs.
  • Collaborated with with Health Service Managers for data collection and all aspects of quality control initiatives in clinical programs.

Behavioral Care Coordinator

Cenpatico Behavioral Health
07.2008 - 08.2010
  • Conducted screening and risk assessment interventions per program guidelines.
  • Educated providers, members and their families in behavioral health issues including symptoms, relapse prevention, stress reduction, healthy life choices.
  • Coordinated patients behavioral health treatments with PCPs and behavioral health providers.
  • Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely follow-up and appropriate interventions.

Education

Gerontology

Arizona State University
05.2004

Associate of Science - Social Work

University of New Mexico
05.1998

Skills

  • 30 years in Gerontology
  • Operations Management
  • Organizational Development
  • Financial Acumen
  • CALM Certified 2015 - Current
  • TALA Board Member 2017 - Current

Timeline

Director of Assisted Living & Memory Care

Querencia at Barton Creek
09.2024 - 06.2025

Senior Executive Director

Solstice Senior Living Center
03.2018 - 04.2024

Cancer Information Specialist

American Cancer Society
06.2016 - 10.2018

Director

Brookdale
10.2015 - 03.2018

Supervisor Disease Management

Cenpatico Behavioral Health
08.2010 - 05.2014

Behavioral Care Coordinator

Cenpatico Behavioral Health
07.2008 - 08.2010

Associate of Science - Social Work

University of New Mexico

Gerontology

Arizona State University