Knowledgeable and highly skilled Director of Maternal Child Health Services with over 15 years of leadership experience bringing planning and problem-solving abilities. Focused on maximizing resource utilization to support scalable operations and increase bottom-line profitability. Organized and systematic with natural relationship-building and leadership talents.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Maternal Child Health Service
Kaiser Permanente
Anaheim, CA
07.2023 - Current
Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations and standards of care.
Created effective action plans demonstrating accountability and management of department performance and productivity.
Assisted in developing budgets for operational expenses.
Collaborated with a multi-disciplinary team to develop protocols, policies, and procedures for the implementation of regional NICU and Pediatric Transport Teams.
Collaborated with senior and regional leadership to set organization and perinatal performance metrics.
Director of Maternal Child/Women's Health Services
Dignity Health California Hospital
Los Angeles
06.2021 - 07.2023
Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Identified opportunities for improvement in operational performance metrics.
Implemented changes needed to correct deficiencies found during regulatory surveys.
Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
Cultivated strong relationships with customers by responding promptly to inquiries or complaints.
Director of Women's Services
Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center
Las Vegas, NV
08.2012 - 05.2021
Managed and organized all aspects of the service line to include financial, regulatory, staff and business development, operations improvement, strategic planning, quality and performance improvement, and patient safety.
Successfully developed a department-based onboarding program for newly hired staff aimed towards RN retention and employee engagement.
Direct oversight and management of multiple expansion projects, licensure, and recertification between 2010-2021.
Forecasted opportunities/needs based on trends and historical data.
Achieved and maintained breastfeeding rates of 80% and higher in the NICU over 2 years.
Maintained zero CLABSI rates over 3 years in the NICU.
Implemented Family Integrated Care in the NICU to support parent engagement and partnership with the care team.
Implemented a Donor Milk program and infant-driven feeding protocols to support the growth and development of neonates.
Collaborated with the business development and marketing teams to promote and increase business for the service line.
Implemented discharge teaching classes in support of a safe transition from the hospital to home for mothers and infants.
Manager of Women's Services
Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center
Las Vegas, Nevada
03.2012 - 08.2012
Functioned as liaison for nursing staff, physicians and families.
Responsible for the daily operations of the department such as payroll, employee schedules, and staff engagement.
Knowledgeable of healthcare trends which supported integration and strategic planning of daily operations of the department.
Performed Hourly Rounding to ensure patient safety while facilitating care needs.
Clinical Supervisor
Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center
Las Vegas, NV
11.2009 - 03.2012
Coordinated weekly work schedules for all department employees.
Provided routine management and emergency response with authoritative and professional manner.
Interviewed applicants and made recommendations for new hires.
Evaluated patients, determined care needs and managed implementation of treatment plan.
Staff Nurse
Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center
Las Vegas, NV
12.2007 - 11.2009
Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Staff Nurse
University Medial Center
Las Vegas, NV
05.2006 - 10.2009
Applied the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care and support for women and infants before, during, and after childbirth.
Demonstrated strong clinical assessment skills and critical thinking in the management of complex maternal conditions.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
03-2026
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
10-2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
College Of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV
05.2006
Skills
Policy and program development
Financial operations oversight
Service utilization improvements
Leadership and staff development
Project planning and coordination
Risk mitigation and management
Regulatory compliance
Complex problem solving
Integrity and transparency
Cultural awareness and sensitivity
Staff training and development
Conflict resolution
Relationship and team building
Process improvement implementation
Certifications & Licensure
Basic Life Support (10/2024)
Registered Nurse, CA (9/2024)
Registered Nurse, NV (8/2024)
Certified Nurse Manager & Leader (CNML)- In Progress
Professional Organizations & Committees
Association of Women's Health Obstetrical and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN)
High Reliability Organization (HRO) Committee Member
Awards & Accomplishments
IBCLC Care Award Recipient, 2018 & 2020.
Blue Distinction Center + Designation in Maternity Care, 2018, 2019, & 2020.
Timeline
Director of Maternal Child Health Service
Kaiser Permanente
07.2023 - Current
Director of Maternal Child/Women's Health Services
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