Ron Hejna
Spearfish,SD
Summary
Results-driven professional with over 30 years in rehabilitation management. Skilled in mentoring teams and streamlining operational workflows, leading to improved service delivery and patient satisfaction. Committed to fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Avera HME Regional Rehab Manager
Avera
Sioux Falls, SD
08.2005 - Current
- Led interdisciplinary team in delivering comprehensive rehabilitation services to enhance patient outcomes.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans tailored to individual recovery goals and needs.
- Streamlined operational workflows, increasing efficiency in service delivery and resource allocation.
- Mentored staff on best practices for patient assessment and treatment methodologies.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care across various settings.
- Evaluated and screened patients to determine needs and provide necessary support.
- Conducted thorough assessments and evaluations to determine appropriate interventions for patients experiencing various physical, cognitive, or emotional challenges.
Avera HME Rehab Coordinator
Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
Sioux Falls, SD
05.1991 - 08.2005
- Coordinated patient rehabilitation services to ensure effective treatment and optimal outcomes.
- Trained and mentored new staff on rehabilitation protocols and best practices to improve service quality.
- Established partnerships with community organizations to expand outreach programs and support services for patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing customized rehabilitation plans.
- Collaborated closely with physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists to deliver well-rounded care.
Education
No Degree - Diesel Engineering
USD-Springfield
Springfield, SDNo Degree - Computer Science
Augustana College
Sioux FallsSkills
- Quality improvement
- Staff management
- Outcome measurement
- Rehabilitation technology
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Budget planning
Accomplishments
Recent accomplishment in the past year included developing business plan for the new Living@ Home program within Avera HME. This included completion of ROI and assistance from marketing implementing this new program.
Our first new dedicated FTE was hired recently with only focus to complete related home assessments and complete any home modifications resulting from assessment along with other rehab rehab duties.
Certification
ATP - Assistive Technology Professional
SMS - Seating and Mobility Specialist
NRRTS - National Registry of Rehabilitation Technology Suppliers
Timeline
Avera HME Regional Rehab Manager
Avera
08.2005 - Current
Avera HME Rehab Coordinator
Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
05.1991 - 08.2005
No Degree - Diesel Engineering
USD-Springfield
No Degree - Computer Science
Augustana College