Open To Work
Sandra Purk
Spring Hill,FL
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional with 30+ years in home health and long-term care settings. An advocate for patient needs. Proficient in staff management and care coordination, ensuring optimal patient care delivery. Strong background in quality assurance initiatives that improve operational performance. Background as a healthcare business owner adds valuable insight into industry practices.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Duty Nurse
Self Employed
Dade City, Florida
04.2024 - Current
- Deliver personalized care to an adult with physical and developmental disabilities in home settings.
- Administer medications and monitor health conditions daily to ensure client safety.
- Facilitate daily living activities.
- Communicate regularly with the family to provide updates on the client's status and progress.
- Coordinate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care management.
Director of Nursing
The Canopy at Beacon Woods
Hudson, FL
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Provided clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff, ensuring timely and quality care delivery.
- Oversaw daily operations of the nursing department, managing staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Ensured efficient resource allocation to maintain optimal departmental performance.
- Streamlined staffing processes to enhance workforce efficiency and responsiveness.
- Monitored departmental budgets to control costs and maximize resource utilization.
- Coordinated scheduling efforts to ensure adequate coverage and support patient care needs.
- Implemented best practices to promote high standards of nursing care within the department.
- Outspoken patient advocate for proper care in the assisted living setting.
Nurse Registry Owner/Administrator
Self
Spring Hill, FL
07.2018 - 04.2023
- Started the company from the ground up and established a strong presence in the market.
- Supplied qualified nursing staff and caregivers to home care clients and assisted living facilities.
- Implemented effective business strategies, resulting in significant revenue growth.
- Licensed to operate in the state of Florida, ensuring compliance and quality standards.
- Successfully sold the company in 2023.
Home Care Staff Nurse
Pinnacle Home Care
Spring Hill, FL
02.2019 - 10.2019
- Performed skilled nursing visits in the home and assisted living setting.
- Documented patient information in the Electronic Medical Records system according to established standards.
- Coordinated communications between patients and healthcare providers effectively.
Director of Nursing
Spring Oaks Assisted Living
Brooksville, FL
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Monitored development and updates of individualized care plans for Assisted Living and Memory Care residents.
- Directed resident services to ensure delivery of quality care.
- Implemented operational strategies to enhance efficiency in resident care services.
Home Health Nurse
IU Health Bloomington Hospital
Bloomington, IN
01.1995 - 02.2018
- Performed skilled nursing visits in home settings to provide essential care.
- Conducted documentation quality assurance inspections to ensure adherence to state regulations.
- Trained staff continuously on quality control procedures and best practices.
- Collaborated with management and personnel to educate on QA standards.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Bloomington, IN12.1994
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Home health care
- Long-term care
- Staff management
- Quality assurance
- Business marketing
- Financial management
- Customer service
- Hiring and onboarding
- Client relationship management
- Care coordination
- Electronic health records
- Regulatory compliance
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Part TimeFull TimeContract WorkGig WorkLocation Preference
RemoteSalary Range
$45000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Private Duty Nurse
Self Employed
04.2024 - Current
Director of Nursing
The Canopy at Beacon Woods
10.2023 - 04.2024
Home Care Staff Nurse
Pinnacle Home Care
02.2019 - 10.2019
Nurse Registry Owner/Administrator
Self
07.2018 - 04.2023
Director of Nursing
Spring Oaks Assisted Living
02.2018 - 02.2019
Home Health Nurse
IU Health Bloomington Hospital
01.1995 - 02.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana