TEKELA KINNEY
Antioch,TN
Summary
Healthcare professional skilled in managing nursing teams and ensuring high standards of patient care. Proven success in implementing care plans and improving operational efficiency. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to dynamic healthcare environments. Strong skills in patient assessment and emergency response.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
Advanced Healthcare of Nashville
01.2023 - Current
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities by acting as a charge nurse on various shifts, providing guidance and support to colleagues during challenging situations in acute care settings.
- Cultivated strong relationships with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to facilitate seamless coordination of services for patients.
- Administered medications safely and accurately, ensuring proper dosages based on each patient''s specific needs.
Health Information Manager
Diversicare Healthcare and Rehab
08.2020 - 12.2022
- Effectively managed release of information requests, safeguarding patient privacy while adhering to legal requirements for disclosure purposes.
- Maintained high levels of customer satisfaction by addressing concerns related to health information management promptly and professionally.
- Played an integral role in driving organizational growth, leveraging data-driven insights to inform strategic planning and operational initiatives.
- Develop goals and objectives related to the efficiency and quality of healthcare services.
Community Relations Clinician/ PAE-PASRR Nurse/ ADON
Good Samaritan Healthcare and Rehab
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Developed strong relationships with community partners, including hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, home health agencies, and hospices, resulting in improved continuity of care for patients.
- Evaluated potential patients for admission into post-acute care facilities, ensuring that they met eligibility criteria and would benefit from available services.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Performed initial and ongoing assessments of patients' medical, physical and psychosocial status.
- Conducts a Level I screen to determine if the individual might have a PASRR condition
- Conducts a Level II evaluation for individuals who test positive at Level I
- Determined if the individual needs services and what type of services should be rendered.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop efficient care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures for safe medication administration, minimizing errors within the department.
CNA Instructor/Partner Health Nurse
Lakeshore Meadows
07.2018 - 07.2020
- Educated more than 40 new CNAs in quality patient care.
- Streamlined administrative responsibilities by managing grading systems efficiently, resulting in timely and accurate feedback for students.
- Led the successful accreditation process by ensuring program requirements were met, sustaining a high-quality educational experience for CNA students.
- Conducted annual competency evaluations for all clinical staff including clinical skills assessments.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of immunization programs for the facility.
- Maintained accurate immunization records.
Treatment Nurse / Vent Unit Manager
Spring Gate Health & Rehabilitation Center
11.2016 - 12.2019
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills in managing both day-to-day operations as well as responding effectively during emergency situations within the unit.
- Ensured compliance with regulations and standards through regular audits, staff education, and policy updates.
- Oversaw RNs, LPNs, nursing aides, medical clerks and support staff and performed staffing scheduling duties.
- Addressed clinical issues promptly to reduce risks associated with patient care or operational inefficiencies in the unit.
- Conducted regular assessments of patients'' wounds to evaluate progress and adjust treatments accordingly.
- Assisted physicians with debridement procedures when necessary, ensuring proper technique was utilized to prevent further tissue damage.
Infection Preventionist / Treatment Nurse
Gallaway Healthcare Center
01.2013 - 06.2016
- Conducted regular audits of clinical practices related to infection control measures, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted recommendations.
- Implemented isolation precautions for high-risk patients, minimizing exposure risks to others within the healthcare environment.
- Investigated outbreaks and revamped control measures to prevent future incidents.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging wound care techniques, ensuring high-quality patient care.
- Conducted regular assessments of patients'' wounds to evaluate progress and adjust treatments accordingly.
- Assisted physicians with debridement procedures when necessary, ensuring proper technique was utilized to prevent further tissue damage.
Corrections Nurse
ConMed
10.2013 - 01.2015
- Completed thorough intake assessments on newly admitted inmates, identifying urgent medical needs and initiating prompt interventions.
- Contributed to the successful rehabilitation of inmates by addressing underlying health issues that could impact their ability to reintegrate into society post release.
Education
Practical Nursing Diploma -
Tennessee Technology Center
Brownsville, TN09.2010
High School Diploma -
Haywood High School
Brownsville, TN05.2002
Skills
- Point Click Care proficient
- Matrix Care proficient
- Infection Control Certified
- Geriatric care
- Psychiatric care
- Intravenous therapy
- Basic life support
- Acute and Chronic Health Issues
- Medical Documentation
- Medical Issues Management
- Effective Written and Verbal Communication
Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Advanced Healthcare of Nashville
01.2023 - Current
Community Relations Clinician/ PAE-PASRR Nurse/ ADON
Good Samaritan Healthcare and Rehab
08.2021 - 08.2022
Health Information Manager
Diversicare Healthcare and Rehab
08.2020 - 12.2022
CNA Instructor/Partner Health Nurse
Lakeshore Meadows
07.2018 - 07.2020
Treatment Nurse / Vent Unit Manager
Spring Gate Health & Rehabilitation Center
11.2016 - 12.2019
Corrections Nurse
ConMed
10.2013 - 01.2015
Infection Preventionist / Treatment Nurse
Gallaway Healthcare Center
01.2013 - 06.2016
Practical Nursing Diploma -
Tennessee Technology Center
High School Diploma -
Haywood High School
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