Tonya Rideaux
OKLAHOMA CITY,OK
Summary
Well seasoned and educated RN nurse leader with a proven track record in varying healthcare settings, adept in geriatric care, nurse education, cognitive disorders and showcasing exceptional problem-solving aptitude. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced nursing performance assessment, achieving significant improvements in patient care and care coordination. Expert in healthcare regulations, demonstrating a confident approach in multidisciplinary settings and chronic disease management.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Case Manager
St Anthony’s Hospital
Oklahoma City, USA
07.2022 - Current
- Implements care management in multiple environments including prior authorizations, concurrent review and assure the continuum of care that addresses the ongoing needs of patients is served
- Provide a patient advocacy approach with a seamless integration of services and balance the member’s benefit structure, as well as assisting patients in obtaining access to care and member education
- Responsibility also includes close and continuous communication w/care providers and the care team ensuring discharge criteria is successfully acknowledged and implemented
Director of Nursing
Southern Plaza Assisted Living & Memory Care
Bethany, USA
03.2021 - 05.2022
- Directing the nursing program included implementing new policies and procedures, overseeing care staff, developing nursing staff, interviewing, hiring, and terminating staff, communicating with residents, family, and physicians when needed, participating in creating resident care plans, and ensuring they are followed, as well as ensuring the nursing unit is compliant with all local, state, and federal regulations.
Executive Director/RN Case Manager
Brookdale Senior Living (Village)
Oklahoma City, USA
05.2020 - 03.2021
- Responsible for the day-to-day operational execution within an AL/MC community
- Manages occupancy and monthly financial performance for the property
- Maintains positive working relationships with all residents, resident family members, employees, and the business community
- Fostered collaboration and development of new practices by business leaders.
- Established strategic direction and goals to accomplish objectives in the oversite of 3 other Brookdale living communities
Asst. Director of Nursing/Nursing Professor
Rose State College-Nursing Science
Oklahoma City, USA
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Assist with evaluating the nursing degree program, hiring and supervising faculty, implementation and training of new practices, coordinate clinical placement through myClinical Exchange(MCE), oversee student and staff clinical requirements, leadership collaboration & coordination meetings to include NESA meetings, divisional meetings, faculty meetings, and meeting with prospective clinical partners, implement continued development of the concept based curriculum and assist with establishing better lab practices while teaching 6-9 credit hours per semester
RN Consultant- (part-time)
Oklahoma City Senior Communities
Oklahoma City, USA
05.2016 - 05.2020
- Set guidelines and proper training for efficient handling and managing of tasks by nursing personnel
- Develop educational programs for all nursing personnel, publish manuals, and create educational materials related to an evidence-based approach for individuals diagnosed with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, TBI, and other cognitive impairments.
Asst. Program Director
University of Oklahoma-Dept. of Geriatric Medicine (Oklahoma Healthy Aging Initiative) OHAI Grant
Oklahoma City, USA
03.2015 - 10.2018
- Initiate and Oversee the OHAI Caregiver training program
- Provide direct administrative management including budget and finances, quality assurance, and oversight of training locations
- Develop and maintain relationships with regional staff, students, physicians and providers, and associated health care business communities and partners
- Ensured the hiring and training of nursing staff, established an Oklahoma CNA Schmieding curriculum, and ensured adherence to the curriculum and certification requirements per the Oklahoma State Department of Long-term Care regulations.
- Established three Caregiver Centers to include CNA training in Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and Lawton, Oklahoma.
- Teach CNA curriculum, family caregiver workshops, sensitivity training (to OU med students), and Alzheimer’s disease and dementia care training.
RN&LPN Clinical Instructor/ Classroom Instructor (Adjunct)
Platt College
Oklahoma City, USA
09.2014 - 03.2016
- Present a course description and outline along with objectives and relationship of course material nursing competencies and the overall nursing curriculum, present expectations for performance in including attendance, class participation, and written assignment, grade student after articulating grading standards, clarifying policies on academics and professional presentations
Care Navigator
Mercy Hospital
Oklahoma City, USA
04.2014 - 03.2015
- The Care Navigator is responsible for assessing patients’ individual need and develops a plan to meet those post-acute care needs for physical, psychological, spiritual and social wellbeing of the patients
- The Care Navigator connects the patient/family/support system with appropriate resources, services and referral sources
- The Care Navigator facilitates effective transition planning as part of the Mercy Care Management model
- Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards
Health & Wellness Director
Brookdale Senior Living
Norman, USA
10.2007 - 04.2014
- Manage the day-to-day healthcare operations of the community to ensure resident’s healthcare needs are met
- Ensure residents are treated with respect and dignity and ensure quality care as resident’s healthcare needs change
- Conduct preadmission screening of prospective new residents
- Assure required documentation is completed prior to or upon resident admission, including nursing assessments, service plans, and other assigned forms
- Evaluate outcome assessments as required and collaborate with resident's physicians for appropriate care approach
- Provide monthly healthcare education development with all care associates
- Case managed five Brookdale communities and ensure compliance with state healthcare regulations
Education
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ08-2026
Master of Nursing - Healthcare Education
University of Phoenix
Oklahoma City, OK03.2014
Bachelor of Nursing Science -
Platt College
Oklahoma City, OK03.2010
Associate Degree in Nursing - RN Program
Platt College
Oklahoma City, OK09-2007
Skills
- Palliative care
- Medication management
- Case evaluation
- Community resources
- Multidisciplinary approach
- Clinical assessment
- Utilization review
- Healthcare regulations
- Care coordination
- Chronic disease management
- Home care management
- Treatment recommendations
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Diabetes management
- Needs assessment
- Multitasking capacity
- Home healthcare
- Nursing performance assessment
- Nonviolent crisis intervention (NVCI)
Certification
- Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)
- Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP)
- Alzheimer’s Disease Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT)
- Licensed Long Term Care Administrator
- Registered Nurse (RN)
Credentials
- MSN Ed.
- RN-CADDCT
- CDP
Affiliations
- Go hard or go home acknowledgement 2024- St. Anthony's Case Management
- Shining Star Award 2018 - University of Oklahoma Dept of Geriatrics
Timeline
RN Case Manager
St Anthony’s Hospital
07.2022 - Current
Director of Nursing
Southern Plaza Assisted Living & Memory Care
03.2021 - 05.2022
Executive Director/RN Case Manager
Brookdale Senior Living (Village)
05.2020 - 03.2021
Asst. Director of Nursing/Nursing Professor
Rose State College-Nursing Science
08.2018 - 05.2020
RN Consultant- (part-time)
Oklahoma City Senior Communities
05.2016 - 05.2020
Asst. Program Director
University of Oklahoma-Dept. of Geriatric Medicine (Oklahoma Healthy Aging Initiative) OHAI Grant
03.2015 - 10.2018
RN&LPN Clinical Instructor/ Classroom Instructor (Adjunct)
Platt College
09.2014 - 03.2016
Care Navigator
Mercy Hospital
04.2014 - 03.2015
Health & Wellness Director
Brookdale Senior Living
10.2007 - 04.2014
- Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)
- Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP)
- Alzheimer’s Disease Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT)
- Licensed Long Term Care Administrator
- Registered Nurse (RN)
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
University of Phoenix
Master of Nursing - Healthcare Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Nursing Science -
Platt College
Associate Degree in Nursing - RN Program
Platt College
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