Experience

Catholic Community Health

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Executive Director

  • Jul 2021 - Present

  Kansas City Metropolitan Area



Method Healthcare LLC

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Consulting Services

  • Jan 2016 - Present

  Providing consulting and support services, including: Survey readiness, development of easy to use plan of corrections, crafting IDR responses to written citations, optimizing Medicare and Medicaid rates, Software selection and implementation, Clinical process review, Development of policies and procedures, etc. Please feel free to contact me for more information about our innovative solutions and services, or for partnership opportunities.



Ensign Services

• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Administrator In Training

  • May 2020 - Jan 2022

  This is a unique and intensive on-the-job training program in which the AIT obtains practical on-the-job training in a senior living environment. The training program includes: Rotation through the various departments and duties in a skilled nursing or assisted living facility; education on the interrelationships of the facility with outside parties and government agencies (such as the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services); and a study of regulations and requirements associated with the… Show more This is a unique and intensive on-the-job training program in which the AIT obtains practical on-the-job training in a senior living environment. The training program includes: Rotation through the various departments and duties in a skilled nursing or assisted living facility; education on the interrelationships of the facility with outside parties and government agencies (such as the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services); and a study of regulations and requirements associated with the operation of a senior living facility. Other topics of education include business/fiscal accounting management and principles of risk management and health care compliance. Show less



Villa St. Francis (Olathe, KS)

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Operating Officer

  • Feb 2017 - May 2020

  Responsible for the Financial Operations (revenue cycle, accounting and accounts payables), Human Resources, Dining Services, Facilities Services, Information Technology, Marketing and Admissions, Fund Development and some key aspects of Skilled Nursing Services. Key accomplishments include: • Attained 100% occupancy (170 beds) • Increased net operating profits by 122% • 5 Star CMS Star Rating • Medicaid rate increased by 11% • Key role in Strategic Planning for the… Show more Responsible for the Financial Operations (revenue cycle, accounting and accounts payables), Human Resources, Dining Services, Facilities Services, Information Technology, Marketing and Admissions, Fund Development and some key aspects of Skilled Nursing Services. Key accomplishments include: • Attained 100% occupancy (170 beds) • Increased net operating profits by 122% • 5 Star CMS Star Rating • Medicaid rate increased by 11% • Key role in Strategic Planning for the organization.

• Director Of Operations

  • Jun 2016 - Feb 2017

  Olathe, Kansas Responsibilities included being the change agent for the entire team in our organization to promote adoption of new processes, best practices, technologies and achievement; and sustainment of expected benefits. Also, provided leadership to care process improvement through design, implementation, integration, and ongoing evolution of processes within the organization. Key accomplishments included: • Development and adoption of updated emergency preparedness plan • Completed Facility… Show more Responsibilities included being the change agent for the entire team in our organization to promote adoption of new processes, best practices, technologies and achievement; and sustainment of expected benefits. Also, provided leadership to care process improvement through design, implementation, integration, and ongoing evolution of processes within the organization. Key accomplishments included: • Development and adoption of updated emergency preparedness plan • Completed Facility Assessment • Operationalization and implementation of CMS RoP.

• Director of Clinical Informatics

  • Jul 2015 - May 2016

  Villa St Francis – Olathe, KS Responsibilities included directing the development, implementation, and evaluation of the current and future technology needs of the organization. Provided advice, evaluation, recommendations and implementation of clinical information systems. Was responsible for executing IT strategic plans to support the organizations healthcare and business initiatives. Optimized workflow by embedding technology into business and clinical workflows. Key accomplishments… Show more Villa St Francis – Olathe, KS Responsibilities included directing the development, implementation, and evaluation of the current and future technology needs of the organization. Provided advice, evaluation, recommendations and implementation of clinical information systems. Was responsible for executing IT strategic plans to support the organizations healthcare and business initiatives. Optimized workflow by embedding technology into business and clinical workflows. Key accomplishments included: Complete implementation of EHR System (PointClickCare) and integration with key partners. Deployment, optimization and integration of several information technology systems Including HR Management, Payroll, Accounting, CRM, Business office, Fund Development and Dining Services.



Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Clinical Case Manager

  • Jun 2018 - Oct 2019

  Responsible for working with the interdisciplinary care team to provide, coordinate and direct the provision of hospice nursing and palliative care to terminally ill patients. Collaborates with the attending physician, patients and their families, and other members of the patient care team to provide and maintain continuity of patient care to achieve high quality end-of-life care for the patient. Provides expertise and guidance to the management team in reviewing clinical, financial and… Show more Responsible for working with the interdisciplinary care team to provide, coordinate and direct the provision of hospice nursing and palliative care to terminally ill patients. Collaborates with the attending physician, patients and their families, and other members of the patient care team to provide and maintain continuity of patient care to achieve high quality end-of-life care for the patient. Provides expertise and guidance to the management team in reviewing clinical, financial and IT systems to ensure that they are utilized to its fullest potential and optimized as needed. Show less



Village Shalom

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Clinical Services Manager

  • Apr 2014 - Jul 2015

  Clinical Services Manager/ADON Village Shalom 209 Bed CCRC – Overland Park, KS Was responsible for the leadership and management of the Nursing Department. Assisted the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, directing and facilitating the clinical operations of all neighborhoods. Also was responsible for regulatory compliance, coaching and mentoring staff, as well as fostering a culture of person-centered and resident directed care.

• Clinical Informatics Specialist

  • Feb 2013 - Apr 2014

  Was responsible for serving as a liaison between the clinical team, ancillary departments, Information Technology, vendors and partners to align clinical, IT and regulatory standards with all department workflow processes and policies. Key accomplishments included: • Complete implementation of EHR System (AOD)

• Director of Staff Development/ MDS Coordinator

  • Apr 2011 - Feb 2013

  Director of Staff Development: Was responsible for planning, organizing, developing, implementing and evaluating all in-service educational programs in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local regulations; as well as organization policies and procedures. Also assessed learning needs and designed in-service and continuing education programs based on quality assurance data to meet needs and regulatory guidelines. MDS Coordinator: Was responsible for coordinating and… Show more Director of Staff Development: Was responsible for planning, organizing, developing, implementing and evaluating all in-service educational programs in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local regulations; as well as organization policies and procedures. Also assessed learning needs and designed in-service and continuing education programs based on quality assurance data to meet needs and regulatory guidelines. MDS Coordinator: Was responsible for coordinating and conducting the assessment (MDS) for residents. As well as coordinating the RAI process to assure timeliness and completeness of the MDS, CAA and Interdisciplinary Care Plans.



Other experience / employment

• PRIOR HEALTHCARE EXPERIENCE

  • Apr 2002 - Jan 2011

  Direct Patient Care Village Shalom ● Professional Nursing Services ● KVC Health Systems ● Providence Medical Center ● Delmar Gardens ● Via Christi Health System ● Westview Manor I devoted more than a decade providing direct patient and resident care; serving in a variety of clinical positions in the healthcare industry, including: Nurse Aide, Licensed practical nurse, Charge Nurse, House Supervisor and Unit Manager. I also served and worked in various committees and specialized roles… Show more Direct Patient Care Village Shalom ● Professional Nursing Services ● KVC Health Systems ● Providence Medical Center ● Delmar Gardens ● Via Christi Health System ● Westview Manor I devoted more than a decade providing direct patient and resident care; serving in a variety of clinical positions in the healthcare industry, including: Nurse Aide, Licensed practical nurse, Charge Nurse, House Supervisor and Unit Manager. I also served and worked in various committees and specialized roles, including but not limited to: Project Management, Clinical Systems Reviews, Culture Change, QIS, State Survey Process, Coaching and Mentoring, Risk Management, Policy and Procedure Review and Implementation, QAPI Initiatives and Programs, Wound Care Management, Infection Control Programs, Clinical Documentation Improvement, Five-Star Quality Rating System, Clinical Excellence Programs, Accident/Fall Prevention Programs and working with the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process and the Minimum Data Set 3.0 (MDS 3.0). Show less