Rebecca Pedersen
Lesterville,SD
Summary
Seasoned Director of Nursing Services at Good Samaritan Society, Scotland, since 2001, showcasing unparalleled clinical leadership and interdisciplinary collaboration. Expert in driving quality improvement and professional development, significantly enhancing patient care and staff proficiency. Proven track record in evidence-based practice and clinical supervision, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation in long-term care.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing Services, Long Term Care
Good Samaritan Society, Scotland
Scotland , South Dakota
10.1994 - Current
- Administers the nursing program in a long-term care facility to maintain standards of resident care. I have overall responsibility for day-to-day operations, including the quality of resident care, care management, environmental safety, budget management, and responding to the identified needs to ensure compliance with regulations on organizational and governmental standards and practices.
- Perform necessary delegation and coordination for clinical, operational, and managerial activities to accomplish the objectives of the nursing department. Leads the development and execution of clinical programs, procedures, policies, and protocols.
- Schedules staff, conducts employee corrective action when necessary, and conducts employee performance reviews. Effectively manages and directs the work of both individuals and teams. Assists with ongoing staff education as it relates to staff's job duties.
- Advises medical staff, department heads, and administrators in matters related to nursing services and strategies.
- Provides nursing care to residents on an as-needed basis.
- Assists in the development and implementation of marketing activities and programs, inclusive of community activities, special events, and media activities.
- I have served in the role of DNS since June 2001. Prior to that, I served in the roles of Charge Nurse, Staff Development Coordinator, Medicare/Rehab Coordinator, and MDS Coordinator at the GSS Scotland.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Bethel University
St. Paul, Minnesota05-1994
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- Long-term care
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Evidence-based practice
- Clinical supervision
- Process improvement
- Behavioral health
- Case management
- Patient education
- Quality improvement
- Professional development
- Staff evaluation
Accomplishments
- 2022 National Ever Forward Champion, Director of Nursing for the Good Samaritan Society Scotland for outstanding leadership in the role of a Director of Nursing.
- 2021 South Dakota Healthcare Association Nursing Council Award for dedicated service and commitment to the Long Term Care Profession in Nursing.
Timeline
Director of Nursing Services, Long Term Care
Good Samaritan Society, Scotland
10.1994 - Current
Bachelor of Science -
Bethel University
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