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Manager Care

Location:
Cornelius, NC
Salary:
65000
Posted:
May 11, 2016

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T. Patrick Jones, RN

Administrator Assisted Living

Cellular 704-***-****

***** ********’s Trace

Cornelius, NC 28031

acuqhv@r.postjobfree.com

Objective: Traveler Independent Assessor

Executive Summary

I am a service-oriented professional with over 15 years’ experience in Administrative management and operations with cost estimating and control, and project management skills. I have a proven record of success in determining if monies are being spent appropriately, reducing expenses, and improving the efficiency of operations in Assisted Living Facilities and my own Fitness Center. Additional responsibility gained in marketing, public/community relations, and employment management. I have the ability to write and implement efficient work schedules and policies and procedures. I have a talent for recruiting, team building and interviewing, hiring, training, directing and supervising staff with very strong oral and communication skills.

I’m a Healthcare Professional with 20 years of nursing and supervisory/management experience, including but not limited to Telephonic Triage in Pulmonary and Critical Care, Long Term Care, Rehab/Medicare, Assisted Living, Home Healthcare, and Hospice. I have a solid knowledge of nursing care procedures and excellent direct patient care skills, as well as LHPS assessments skills, Employee Health, in-service training, medication administration training and validations, TB testing, I.V. therapy training and set-up, and consulting. Successful in managing employees, time, and prioritizing tasks to improve the quality of patient care. I am a leader and I care for others; that’s what I do.

Professional Background

Forsyth County Detention Center 01/ 2016- Present

Correct Care Solutions- DON-RN Winston-Salem, NC

Director of Nursing for a 700-1000 patient facility and in charge of 50+ medical staff.

Responsibilities:

Participates in planning, priority setting and the development of policies and procedures for health care activities that comply with facility and contractual requirements and ACA, NCCHC and State standards.

Coordinates and monitors orientation, in-service training, and continuing education with the HAS.

Coordinates the development, provision, and evaluation of patient care according to the standards of nursing practice in North Carolina.

Conducts recruitment/retention efforts for nursing service.

Prepares/submits reports as requested for Health Services Administrator in a timely manner. Show respect, dignity, and professionalism towards staff, patients, and Security.

Randolph Corrections -RN 11/2014- 5/26/2015

ATC Healthcare Services Asheboro, NC

RN working in the medical clinic of a Correctional Facility in NC. My responsibilities include patient assessments, Sick Calls using SOAP documentation, use of critical thinking to implement patient care, assist in sick clinic, wound care, psychiatric nursing, behavior health assessments, and assisting Physician in Med Clinic. I was one of the few positive members of a team of nurses providing a professional, caring approach in dealing with patients. I treat all staff and patients with respect and dignity. I recently turned down the Lead Nurse position which was offered to me, due to a lower salary than a Travel Nurse. Several days a week, I work and act in the capacity of a Charge Nurse.

Director-RN 8/5/2013 to 10/5/2013

Medi-Home Hospice Rock Hill, SC

Director for a Hospice branch office for Medical Services of America. Responsible for planning, organizing, and developing all Home Health and Hospice Agency functions including, but not limited to; operations administration, clinical oversight, supervision and leadership. Job duties include, annual budget preparation and expense monitoring, long-range planning, organizing, directing and staffing, hands on patient care and general oversight of all patient care, and effective management of utilization of services, coordination of agency functions, fiscal management, ensure continued growth by expanding new and existing client base, oversee/supervise team of client and non-clinical staff including full-time and PRN RN’s, LPN’s, PT’s, OT’s, and Home Health Aides. I was not able to relocate as expected.

Nurse Manager 10/2009-3/2012

Preston House Charlotte, NC

RN for a 40 bed Special Care Unit assisted living facility. Direct resident care, wound care, glucometer checks and insulin administration, Coumadin monitoring, provided on the job nurse training, preceptor for new team members, specialty care training, medication administration training and staff validation, LPHS assessments, TB testing, and chart reviews were just part of my duties preformed daily. Assisting in creating a positive, professional, and caring environment for all the persons we serve. I was a strong advocate for our Person Centered Care Program. Regulatory compliance was our key as we acquired a Deficiency Free and Four Star Rating in our 2011 State Survey.

RN Triage 4/2008 – 10/2009

Presbyterian Pulmonary and Critical Care Charlotte, NC

I performed Telephonic Triage nursing for a Pulmonary and Critical Care Practice of 15 Doctors and NPs. Patient care in clinic as needed. Fast paced environment requiring critical thinking using nursing practice skills while being proficient with the computer systems. Having developed these strong computer skills with Novant’s medical computer software, I was able to work interactively with patients, their pharmacies, and their other healthcare providers to facilitate an improved customer experience/outcome. Emergency care was initiated for patients by understanding their clinical needs, analyzing their data, coordinating Doctors’ orders, facilitating Pharmacy response, oxygen, I.V. equipment requests, and DME supplies. I have proven strong oral and communication skills.

Interim RN Unit Manager/ SDC in SNF 6/2007 – 4/2008

Genesis Nursing Home Mooresville, NC

As SDC, in-service staff on medical/ Long Term Care requirements, presented orientation programs, managed employee health, trained for infection control, medication administration training for LPNs and other RNs, I.V. set-up, training and trouble shooting. I preformed Trach care for adult patients. Unit Manager of a 30 bed Assisted Living unit; promoted and trained to perform as Unit Manager over 60 bed LTC unit. I was asked by Management to be the Nurse Liaison between patient, family, and Doctors, with our facility on Rehab Hall.

Interim RN Charge Nurse 6/2006 - 4/2007

Veterans Administration Salisbury, NC

Charge Nurse for a Long Term Care unit with 26 patients following profession standards and regulations at all times. Duties including I.V. therapy and wound care, including wound vacs.

Administrator/RN 9/2001 – 8/2005

Lee’s Living Center Charlotte, NC

Administrator and RN Consultant working closely with State and County officials to maintain a safe and caring environment for all residents, family members, and their guest. I managed all day-to-day operations of an ALF. Hired, trained, and supervised a staff of 30 employees. Increased census and stayed within or under budget guidelines to maximize profit margins. I am an excellent problem solver, approachable, positive communicator and maintained professionalism at stressful times.

As the RN Consultant, was contracted for training, teaching, validating the staff, and presenting in-services to the staff; from patients' rights to medication administration. I assessed residents and their charts to complete Licensed Health Professional Reviews.

Interim for Start Up - Executive Director 9/2000-1/2001

Carillon Assisted Living Newton, NC

I managed all aspects of a multi-million dollar AFL throughout the construction phase. Implemented company marketing and budgeting strategies, hired staff and followed detailed punch list to prepare for opening. Facility opened with 31 residents and 25 staff.

Consultant Administrator/ RN 1/1999 – 9/2000

Abaris Care, Inc. Wilmington, NC

I started as a Regional Nurse Consultant training, teaching, and validating the staff of 6 Assisted Living Facilities. I consulted closely with the Administrator and clinical staff to find positive outcomes in their communities. I presented in-services to the staff from patients' rights to the administering of insulin. Assess residents and their charts to complete Licensed Health Professional Reviews. I was a member of the Quality Assurance team to monitor all the facilities. The Owner and CEO offered the position of Administrator to bring back a good reputation to the facility in Wilmington. This was achieved through hard work and dedication to all the residents, their families, and the staff. Used marketing skills to increase census to 100% and ran a cost effective facility by working within our budget restraints. This facility was a very positive learning experience.

RN/ Pediatrics 10/1996 – 8/1998

Pediatric Services of America Wilmington, NC

Provide medical care to tracheotomy and ventilator patients as a Home Health Care RN.

Owner- Manager- V.P. 4/1983 – 9/1992

The Gym of Carrboro, Inc. Carrboro, NC

Conceived, designed, created and built The Gym, Inc. and managed The Gym over a nine year period with annual sales over $350,000 and 850 members. My center was 1 mile from the center of campus of UNC-Chapel Hill. Designed and coordinated advertising and public relations. Set yearly business plan, developed short and long term budget projections, set policies, payroll; hired, trained and motivated a staff of 25 employees. I worked with patients from area Doctors including the N.C. Spine Center and the UNC-CH Rehabilitation Clinics.

Education

Associate, RN 1992- 1995

Alamance Community College Graham, NC

Major GPA: 3.4 I made Dean's List and was a College Ambassador.

Associate, Photography Class of 1979

Randolph Community School Asheboro, NC

Portraiture major with business classes 1975-1979

Licenses

*RN, N.C. Board of Nursing 1995 to 2016

*Assisted Living Administrator 1999 to 2003; 2009 to present.

Training

*N.C. Board of Nursing and NCALA 1995 to 2016. Training pertaining to Alzheimer’s,

Dementia, patient care, insulin administration, diabetes, staff development, managing behaviors, terminally ill patients, Triage, electronic MARs, and CPR.

References

Dr. Gregory Haynes Department of Public Safety- MD 734-***-****

Suzi Grey, RN Department of Public Safety, Charge RN 336-***-**** (w)

336-***-**** (c)

Josie Douthit Correct Care Solutions-Charge RN 336-***-****

Beverly Brown Executive Director-ALF 704-***-****

Courtney Nowlin Correct Care Solutions- Charge LPN 336-***-****

Aimee Cooper Correct Care Solutions-Charge RN 704-***-****



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