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Rebecca Kopka

Winamac,IN

Summary

Patient-focused Assistant Chief Nursing Officer with expertise in leading interdisciplinary teams within fast-paced clinical environments. Well-versed in planning and directing daily functions and improving delivery of patient care. Visible and transparent leader focused on aligning nursing services with patient needs. Plan and implement strategies for developing improved health care management. Proven problem solver and excellent communicator. Recognized for staff development leading to high performing teams.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Instructor

WGU
Warsaw, IN
01.2022 - Current
  • Provide clinical instruction to 2-4 nursing students in clinical settings in medical/surgical, ICU, ER, OB and outpatient departments.

Director of Nursing (Assistant CNO)

Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital
Warsaw, IN
01.2022 - Current
  • Assists CNO in leading daily operations for nursing departments
  • Assists CNO in leading patient satisfaction and employee engagement initiatives with marked improvement in 2024
  • Manages student nursing program clinical at hospital.
  • Acts as Facility Privacy Officer. Responsible for investigating potential HIPAA breaches and performing disciplinary and educational follow through.
  • Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect. Implemented PCT council for shared governance and PETALS award.
  • Played integral role in achieving Joint Commission accreditation by maintaining strict adherence to established guidelines and standards within daily nursing practice.
  • Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
  • Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
  • Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, patients, and families.
  • Contributed to organizational strategic planning efforts by providing insights on nursing best practices, workforce development issues, and healthcare trends affecting service delivery models.
  • Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
  • Increased patient satisfaction scores by fostering compassionate and supportive environment within nursing department.
  • Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
  • Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and offering tailored professional development opportunities.
  • Implemented PCT council for shared governance and PETALS award program to help recognize importance of all staff feedback and celebrate work of PCTs.
  • Chaired Avasure tele-sitter committee bringing 2 units into hospital and helping decrease use of staff sitters.

PRN Staff Nurse

Kindred Hospice
01.2008 - 03.2024
  • Provided care to patients who are at end-of-life in their home or long-term care facilities
  • Communicated with physician and interdisciplinary group.

Director of Surgical Services

Woodlawn Hospital
01.2008 - 01.2022
  • Managed all aspects of Day Surgery, Surgery, PACU & Central Processing
  • Responsible for daily operations, staffing, equipment & supplies, staff evaluations, policy development & revision, & budget
  • Completed three accreditation surveys, department renovation with construction of new operating room
  • Implemented new service lines including anterior hip replacement program, orthopedic robotic service, and da Vinci robotics program
  • Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts with vendors for medical supplies and equipment.
  • Oversaw regulatory compliance, ensuring adherence to state, federal, and accreditation standards for surgical services departments.
  • Chaired committees, work groups and meetings.
  • Functioned as Pre- and Post-op nurse, PACU nurse, & Circulator

Staff Nurse

Pulaski Memorial Hospital
01.2004 - 01.2009
  • Roles: ER Nurse, ICU Nurse, Medical Surgical Nurse.
  • Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
  • Acted as patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
  • Participated in regular staff meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and foster collaboration among team members.
  • Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.

Operating Room Nurse

Woodlawn Hospital
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Provided care to pre-, intra-, and post-op patient
  • Roles: Circulator, Scrub Nurse, PACU Nurse, Day Surgery Nurse, Operating Room Coordinator.
  • Acted as Charge Nurse and was promoted to Director.

Education

MSN in Nursing Administration -

Western Governor’s University
Online, UT
11.2021

BSN -

Western Governor’s University
Online, UT
01.2020

ADN -

Bethel College
Mishawaka, IN
01.2004

Skills

  • Infection Control
  • Clinical Quality Improvement
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Patient Safety
  • Strategic Planning
  • Staff Management
  • HIPAA Requirements
  • Budget Development
  • Acute Care
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Certification

  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • PALS
  • EMR (CPSI/Evident, Allscripts, Cerner)

Personal Information

Title: MSN, RN

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Clinical Instructor

WGU
01.2022 - Current

Director of Nursing (Assistant CNO)

Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital
01.2022 - Current

PRN Staff Nurse

Kindred Hospice
01.2008 - 03.2024

Director of Surgical Services

Woodlawn Hospital
01.2008 - 01.2022

Operating Room Nurse

Woodlawn Hospital
01.2006 - 01.2008

Staff Nurse

Pulaski Memorial Hospital
01.2004 - 01.2009

MSN in Nursing Administration -

Western Governor’s University

BSN -

Western Governor’s University

ADN -

Bethel College

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