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Work History
Education
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Affiliations
Certification
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Robert Juma

Winchendon,MA

Summary

Driven by a commitment to patient safety and quality management, I leveraged clinical research skills at Genesis HealthCare to spearhead successful healthcare programs, achieving significant improvements in patient care processes. As an ICU Charge Nurse at UMass Memorial Hospital, I mentored staff, enhancing patient satisfaction through evidence-based practices. My expertise in documentation review and a proactive approach to quality assurance underscore my results-oriented focus.

Goal-driven Healthcare Administration professional well-versed in recruiting, training and managing employees to provide exceptional resident services. Highly organized and hardworking with excellent planning and program management skills. Licensed in Mass/ CT. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Healthcare Administrator with proven to deliver exemplary level of healthcare service delivery to patients. Coordinate admission and discharge of patients. Plan and implement strategies for developing improved health care management. Proven problem solver and excellent communicator. Strong organizational skills, superb understanding of data collection and performance metrics. Recognized for staff development leading to high performing teams. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Knowledgeable Critical Care Registered Nurse with superior knowledge of Critical care , Post acute treatments, techniques and diagnostic procedures. Adept at providing immediate and individualized care. Proficient in EPIC, Matrix, PCC use with proven history of efficient and effective triage. Dedicated Critical Care Registered Nurse with over 25 years years of direct patient care experience. Adept at doctor communication and patient education with extensive knowledge of Acute , SNFs, Post acute and community health treatments and planning long-term for patients. Successful at advocating patient needs and quick diagnoses.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Market Clinical Quality Specialist

Genesis HealthCare
2001.05 - Current
  • Implemented new electronic health record system to improve efficiency in collecting, storing, and analyzing patient data for informed decision making.
  • Developed comprehensive risk management plans to proactively identify potential hazards and minimize their impact on patient safety outcomes.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous learning by organizing staff trainings, workshops, and seminars on relevant clinical topics.
  • Participated in the development, implementation, and ongoing monitoring of performance improvement projects aimed at enhancing patient care processes and outcomes.
  • Championed evidence-based practice among all levels of nursing staff by providing mentorship, educational resources, and opportunities for professional development in clinical quality improvement.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans that addressed unique needs of each patient population served.
  • Facilitated communication between providers and patients to ensure clear understanding of treatment plans, resulting in improved adherence rates.
  • Assisted in accreditation efforts by preparing necessary documentation, coordinating site visits, and demonstrating organizational commitment to quality improvement.
  • Reduced medical errors by conducting thorough root cause analyses and developing targeted interventions to address identified issues.
  • Monitored adverse event reporting system to identify trends or patterns requiring further investigation or intervention from leadership teams.
  • Increased patient satisfaction scores by engaging frontline staff in process improvement initiatives aimed at optimizing the delivery of care services.
  • Served as a subject matter expert on clinical quality initiatives within the organization, providing guidance and consultation to leadership teams as needed.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by conducting regular audits, monitoring policy adherence, and addressing any gaps in practice promptly.
  • Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
  • Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
  • Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
  • Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
  • Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
  • Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
  • Optimized resource utilization through effective budget management, procurement strategies, and allocation of staff resources based on clinical priorities.
  • Assisted facilities to achieve clinical metrics including Five stars Quality measures, Survey outcomes, reduction of unnecessary hospital transfers, Unnecessary medications, Deficiency free surveys, Success IDRs.
  • Streamlined Clinical systems, reduced duplications and increased efficiency throughout the organization.
  • Serves as Compliance, Wound care, DEI lead for NorthEast Centers

ICU Charge Nurse

UMass Memorial Hospital
2004.02 - 2014.12
  • Mentored and trained new nurses, ensuring they were well-prepared to provide high-quality care in critical situations.
  • Collaborated with physicians to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient interventions.
  • Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
  • Facilitated rapid response situations by quickly identifying deteriorating patients and alerting appropriate personnel for intervention measures.
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols in ICU Department.
  • Maintained accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, responses, and outcomes to ensure seamless transition of care during shift changes.
  • Participated in regular rounds with interdisciplinary team members to discuss ongoing plans of care tailored specifically towards patients'' evolving needs.
  • Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a compassionate and supportive environment within ICU.
  • Promoted adherence to hospital policies and procedures while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards such as JCAHO requirements.
  • Provided emotional support for families coping with critical illness or loss of a loved one by offering guidance on available resources and facilitating open communication channels.
  • Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
  • Assessed patients upon admission for potential risks or complications related to their medical conditions or treatments received.
  • Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
  • Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
  • Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
  • Delivered outstanding patient care in critical care units, Including TPN, Cardiac stabilization, Heparin drips, conscious sedation
  • Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.

Education

Rivier University
Nashua, NH
2001

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Practice

LOWELL VOCATIONAL SCHOOL
Tyngsboro, MA
1999

Bachelor of Science - BS

UoN
KENYA
1996

High School Diploma -

Riokindo High
Kisii Kenya
11.1992

Skills

  • Patient Safety
  • Documentation Review
  • Quality Management Systems
  • Clinical Research.
  • Community health.
  • ACOs.
  • Resource Utilization.

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of Three Clinical Leads, Support staff for 33 centers to achieve clinical excellency.
  • Documented and resolved compliance issues which led to a decrease in complaints.
  • Achieved 96% documentation compliance through effectively monitoring and reporting daily on goggle chat
  • Collaborated with team of healthcare professionals in the development of Specialized Units, I.e On site Hemo Dialysis, Dementia care, Vents, IC, TCUs .
  • Achieved 98% QMs five stars, Hospital reductions by completing QM tools, Post admission conferences with accuracy , goals of care and efficiency.
  • Achieved 96% ADL Compliance documentation by introducing POC for CNA tasks.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets for Line list, real time documentation.
  • Successfully IDR .
  • Deficiency free Surveys State, Federal and JC.
  • Positive EDDARM, through streamlines Nursing budgets, supplies, usage, PPds, Unnecessary meds,

Affiliations

  • MNA
  • CMC
  • DEI Committee
  • Chair : Family patient advisory council- Heywood Hospital
  • Member of Professional council Mont-tech, LHS-

Certification

  • Certified, CMC.
  • ACLS/
  • BLS.
  • IPC.
  • Cardiac Telemetry.
  • IVs.

Timeline

ICU Charge Nurse

UMass Memorial Hospital
2004.02 - 2014.12

Market Clinical Quality Specialist

Genesis HealthCare
2001.05 - Current

Rivier University

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Practice

LOWELL VOCATIONAL SCHOOL

Bachelor of Science - BS

UoN

High School Diploma -

Riokindo High
  • Certified, CMC.
  • ACLS/
  • BLS.
  • IPC.
  • Cardiac Telemetry.
  • IVs.
Robert Juma