Licensed Nursing Home Administrator
Tamika Atkins
Healthcare Executive
United States
Summary
Accomplished and decisive executive with 18+ years of progressive nursing and operations leadership experience in healthcare. Demonstrated success streamlining business operations including financial controls, budgets, strategic planning, performance measurements, and staff development. Resourceful problem solver with proven track record of revenue and growth.
Overview
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Assisted Living Operator
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Green Belt Lean Six Sigma Healthcare
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Certified Corporate Compliance Officer
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Certified Professional in Aging Services Risk Management(CPASRM)
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years of professional experience
Work History
COO
The Cedars
McPherson, KS
2022 - Current
- Oversee daily operation of 56 dually certified Medicare/Medicaid beds in LTC and Post-Acute, 65-bed Assisted Living and 112 independent patio homes.
- Reduced staff turnover from 72% to 35% and managed PPD to budget, increased census by 17%.
- Saved $ 18,568.00 by implementing cost-saving initiatives that addressed long-standing problems.
- Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities.
Interim Nursing Home Administrator
Recover Care
2021 - 2022
- Direct day-to-day administrative and operational functions for 65-bed facility, providing guidance and leadership to over 120 employees across more than 6 departments.
- Recruited, hired and coached employees to offer high-quality, cost-effective care to all residents.
- Provided oversight to MDS; familiar with PPS process, RAI manual, and reimbursement. Additional duties include oversight of Corporate Compliance, Worker’s Compensation, HIPAA, Risk Management, screening admissions for financial and clinical clearance, and Payroll Based Journaling.
Executive Director
Ascension Via Christi
Hays, KS
2019 - 2021
- Oversee daily operations of 145 bed dual certified medicare/medicaid nursing facility.
- Providing guidance and leadership to over 160 employees across more than eight departments.
- Reduced contract labor cost by $150k+ a month, reduced staff turnover from 72% to 35%.
- Successfully implemented an HPRD labor grid to correct staffing and financial overage in clinical department.
CEO
Herington OPCO/Mission Health
Wilson, KS
2015 - 2019
- I was recruited to aid in recovering the building from an 18-deficiency survey, denial of payment, and census depletion.
- Established new customer service and problem resolution processes to improve client satisfaction rates by 15%.
- Financials showed a positive EBITDAR of 65k, which was higher than the building had seen over the last 12 months.
- Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
Business Systems Analyst
Salina Regional Hospital
Salina, KS
2013 - 2015
- Attested clinics for Meaningful Use of newly implemented EHR systems bringing in $ 480,000 within the first year of use.
- Resolved 45% of malfunctions with systems and programs through troubleshooting.
- Performed system analysis, documentation, testing, implementation and user support for platform transitions.
- Enhanced interfaces to promote better functionality for users.
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Purdue University
Davenport, IA10.2017
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
Purdue University
Davenport, IA06.2014
Skills
- Leadership & Team Building
- Staff Development
- System Implementation
- Medicare/Medicaid Management
- Business Development
- Risk Management
Affiliations
American College of Healthcare Executives
Kansas Health Care Association- Currently serving on the Board of Directors, Region Six.
Kansas Adult Care Executives
Leading Age Kansas Center for Leadership Program
Certification
Licensed Nursing Home Administrator
Licensed Assisted Living Operator
Certified Aging Risk Manager
Certified Hospice and palliative care aide
Certified Nurse Aide
Certified BLS
Timeline
COO
The Cedars
2022 - Current
Interim Nursing Home Administrator
Recover Care
2021 - 2022
Executive Director
Ascension Via Christi
2019 - 2021
CEO
Herington OPCO/Mission Health
2015 - 2019
Business Systems Analyst
Salina Regional Hospital
2013 - 2015
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Purdue University
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
Purdue University
Licensed Nursing Home Administrator
Certified Aging Risk Manager
Hospice and palliative care aide
Certified Nurse Aide
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