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Stephanie F. Leathers

Punta Gorda,FL

Summary

Qualified Registered Professional Nurse with strong background in health services management. Proven track record of implementing effective health programs and leading multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes. Demonstrated ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and foster culture of continuous improvement.

Health services professional with comprehensive experience in leading healthcare operations and enhancing patient care delivery. Known for fostering collaborative team environments and driving successful outcomes through strategic planning and resource management. Recognized for adaptability and reliability in dynamic healthcare settings, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Health and Wellness

Grandliving at Wellen Park
Venice, FL
02.2025 - Current
  • Implemented health initiatives enhancing resident engagement and participation.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate health services
  • Conducted regular assessments to evaluate program effectiveness and resident satisfaction.
  • Led a team of dedicated professionals, providing mentorship and guidance to enhance their skills and performance levels.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by designing and implementing personalized care plans for patients with chronic conditions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop holistic treatment plans for patients experiencing complex medical issues.
  • Improved patient retention rates through excellent customer service skills combined with a deep understanding of client needs within the healthcare sector.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment by fostering open communication, collaboration, and respect among all team members. Managed 60 plus employees.
  • Developed comprehensive health and wellness programs tailored to resident needs.

Director of Health Services

Amira Choice of Sarasota
Sarasota, FL
01.2024 - 02.2025
  • Responsible for medical care coordination for a 140 bed Assisted Living and Memory Care with LNS license
  • Conduct pre-admission resident assessments and ongoing assessment to determine care package
  • Monitor changes to resident condition and provide necessary updates to resident physicians
  • Develop individualized Service Plans and review with Residents POA.
  • Prepare daily staffing schedules
  • Manage 60+ employees; ensure timely evaluations, pre-employee and ongoing training needs
  • Time clock and payroll management
  • Interview and screen all new healthcare employees
  • Establish relationships with local pharmacies to ensure medication compliance
  • Work extensively with in house and community physicians and ancillary services for coordination of care
  • Timely response and follow up to resident, family or staff concerns
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize resident care strategies and service delivery.
  • Facilitated communication between stakeholders to promote transparency in health service operations.
  • Prioritized high-volume workload, maintaining concentration under time pressures and with minimal supervision.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the department by enforcing adherence to established protocols and guidelines.
  • Enhanced patient care quality by implementing innovative health programs and services.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to healthcare delivery and patient privacy.
  • Monitored and completed health policy mandates and program directives.
  • Administrated completion of medical forms, reports and evaluations to identify areas requiring improvement.
  • Served as a liaison between the health services department and other organizational units, ensuring seamless integration of patient care efforts.
  • Made daily rounds throughout health services department to assess care quality.
  • Oversaw nursing assessments and evaluations of management and supervisory personnel.
  • Implemented staff training programs focused on enhancing clinical skills and improving service delivery standards.

RN Case Manager

Amedisys
Venice, FL
09.2023 - 02.2025
  • Successful Oasis, start of care in home assessments for homebound patients
  • Perform RN skilled nurse visits in home as per physician orders
  • Conduct LPN supervisory visits to ensure patient satisfaction
  • Work extensively with community physicians for coordination of care
  • Coordination of care throughout approved episode
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and resources available.
  • Monitored patient progress, adjusting care plans as necessary to enhance recovery trajectories.
  • Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times. averaging 8-10 patients in home setting daily.
  • Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
  • Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.

RN Field Supervisor

Southwest Florida Home Care
Fort Myers, FL
03.2022 - 09.2023

Successful Oasis start of care in home assessments for homebound patients. Averaged 10-12 patient visits and documentation daily.

  • Perform RN skilled nurse visits in home as per physician orders
  • Conduct LPN supervisory visits to ensure patient satisfaction
  • Work extensively with community physicians for coordination of care
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal health outcomes.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management and preventive care strategies to improve adherence.
  • Coordinated communication between healthcare providers, patients, and families to streamline care processes.

Health Services Director

Tuscan Gardens of Venetia Bay
Venice, FL
09.2018 - 03.2022
  • Responsible for medical care coordination for a 175-bed Assisted Living and Memory Care community with an ECC licensure
  • Conduct pre-admission resident assessments and ongoing evaluations of care needs
  • Monitor changes to resident condition and provide necessary updates to resident physicians
  • Develop individualized resident care plans and plan review with Residents POA.
  • Prepare schedules and evaluations while ensuring AHCA mandated staffing ratios
  • Manage 60+ employees; ensure timely evaluations, pre-employee and ongoing training needs
  • Time clock and payroll management
  • Interview and screen all new healthcare employees
  • Establish relationships with local pharmacies to ensure medication compliance
  • Work extensively with in house and community physicians for coordination of care
  • Timely response and follow up to resident, family or staff concerns

Administrator of Assisted Living and Memory Care

Plymouth Harbor on Sarasota Bay
Sarasota, FL
07.2017 - 09.2018
  • Oversaw the successful and timely opening of a 60-bed Assisted Living and Memory Care facility
  • Achieved 75% occupancy within first six months of opening
  • Directed guided tours for potential admissions and coordinated move-in of new residents
  • Completed start of care for clients, home visits, and service plan updates
  • Addressed family, resident, and staff concerns and building compliance
  • Supported staff of the facility through payroll, scheduling, ongoing training and disciplinary actions
  • Ensured budgetary compliance and Florida licensure regulations
  • Supervisor for in house Home Care Agency. Conducted home visit and development of plan of care

Administrator

Mount View Assisted Living
Lockport, NY
05.2015 - 07.2017
  • Led the opening of a start-up 150-bed Assisted Living facility and sister 118 bed facility with an internal Home Health agency
  • Coordinated marketing and sales for the new facility
  • Facilitated tours to promote occupancy and resident assessment for preadmission criteria
  • Addressed family, resident, and staff concerns and building compliance
  • Managed 80+ employees
  • Reviewed Uniform Assessment System tool for Medicaid reimbursement and insurance reviews
  • Responsible for Staff supervision to include payroll submission, time clock management, ongoing training and disciplinary actions

Administrator

Elderwood Assisted Living at Wheatfield
Niagara Falls, NY
05.2013 - 05.2015
  • Responsible for overall operation of a 65-bed Adult Home Facility and Assisted Living with a 37-bed Licensed Home Care Services Agency
  • Addressed family, resident, and staff concerns and building compliance
  • Charged with budgetary compliance
  • Managed all personnel assigned to the facility and dual supervision of shared services staff while serving concurrently as the Resident Care Manager
  • Responsible for staff evaluations, time clock management, and ongoing training needs
  • Ensured policies and procedures were followed per New York State Department of Health survey and plan of correction submissions

Resident Care Manager

Elderwood Assisted Living at Wheatfield
Niagara Falls, NY
09.2011 - 05.2015
  • Assisted the Administrator in the opening a 65-bed Assisted Living facility
  • Promoted the health and well-being of residents through overall staffing, staff training and development, and management of personnel in the Resident Care Department
  • Provided ongoing assessments, planning, documentation, and provision of services to residents
  • Maintained proper management of resident’s chronic diseases to improve overall health
  • Submitted and revised Uniform Assessment System tool for successful Medicaid reimbursement
  • Held varies positions within organization 2006-2015

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Niagara County Community College
Sanborn, NY
06.2001

High School Diploma -

Niagara Falls High School - School of Practical Nursing
Niagara Falls, NY
06.1991

Skills

  • Emergency preparedness
  • Clinical oversight
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Critical thinking
  • Patient care assessment
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Patient education and counseling

Accomplishments

  • Developed and implemented COVID-19 protocols that ensured the health and safety of Florida’s most vulnerable population
  • Guided my ALF team to 100% deficiency-free bi-annual infection control and ECC license surveys
  • Florida Core trained administrator for Assisted Living/ECC certified

Timeline

Director of Health and Wellness

Grandliving at Wellen Park
02.2025 - Current

Director of Health Services

Amira Choice of Sarasota
01.2024 - 02.2025

RN Case Manager

Amedisys
09.2023 - 02.2025

RN Field Supervisor

Southwest Florida Home Care
03.2022 - 09.2023

Health Services Director

Tuscan Gardens of Venetia Bay
09.2018 - 03.2022

Administrator of Assisted Living and Memory Care

Plymouth Harbor on Sarasota Bay
07.2017 - 09.2018

Administrator

Mount View Assisted Living
05.2015 - 07.2017

Administrator

Elderwood Assisted Living at Wheatfield
05.2013 - 05.2015

Resident Care Manager

Elderwood Assisted Living at Wheatfield
09.2011 - 05.2015

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Niagara County Community College

High School Diploma -

Niagara Falls High School - School of Practical Nursing