Management Training
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PROFILE
EXPERIENCE:
. Extensive management and leadership experience including:
< Project management including staff training and development
< Designing and implementing departmental metrics for facility wide
application
< Environmental, health and safety (EHS) compliance management
< Negotiating vendor contracts and strategic initiatives
. Have a well developed understanding of The Joint Commission requirements
for Healthcare Facilities including; Federal, State, and Local
Regulations pertaining to safety, security, utilities, emergency
management, hazardous materials, occupational health, infection
prevention, risk management, as well as commercial compliance areas, such
as HAZMAT, OSHA, and EPA.
SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS
. Renegotiated outside facility contracts with vendors and redefined
positions that improved efficiency and reduced costs. Results: Cost
savings for the Healthcare System of $300,000 in one year.
. Participated on safety committees that contributed to reduced safety
incidents. Results: Reduced compliance and safety incidents by 50% in two
years.
. Participated on an environmental compliance program. Results: Reduced
environmental compliance incidents by 60% in two years.
EXPERIENCE
SINGING RIVER HEALTH SYSTEM Pascagoula, MS
Director, Environmental Services and Laundry (1990-2014) Outsourced 2012
. Managed and directed fiscal operations, including planning budgets,
authorizing expenditures, accounting, and coordinating financial
reporting.
. Handled environmental issues and concerns related to employee safety,
education, risk management, and incident investigations.
. Developed departmental goals, objectives, standards of performance,
policies and procedures.
. Participated in facility surveys and inspections made by authorized
governmental agencies.
. Achieved high staff morale and retention through effective
communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory
practices and facilitating a proactive work environment.
. Participated on committees: Safety Committee, Emergency Management,
Performance Improvement, Environment of Care, Infection Control,
Patient Satisfaction, and Leadership Development.
. Cooperated and communicated effectively with physicians to ensure
satisfaction and compliance with set standards.
. Used an approach of simplified training and procedures to enable cost
effective compliance without slowing down operations.
. Conducted environmental audits and risk assessments, including root
cause analysis and monitored and reported on closure.
. Provided expertise on cost saving recycling initiatives
. Participated in Crisis Preparedness training exercises.
. Supported compliance needs of outside facilities (environmental,
chemicals, fire safety, hazmat).
. Strategically planned methods to achieve operational goals and
targets.
. Maintained computerized record management systems to record and
process data and generate reports.
. Routinely collaborated with department managers to correct problems
and improve services.
. Identified process improvements in the day-to-day functioning of the
department.
. Administered job knowledge assessments and competency testing for
certification-level training.
. Certified that equipment and supplies were properly maintained for
quality patient care and safety.
. Initiated audit process to evaluate thoroughness of documentation and
maintenance of facility standards.
. Reviewed customer survey information to prioritize areas of
improvement.
. Served as Hazardous Materials and Waste Coordinator.
. Chaired the Environment of Care Committee.
. Managed audit function for Hazardous Vulnerability Analysis.
. Ensured vendors maintained proper permits for operation.
ST. LUKE'S HOSPITAL / AFFILIATE OF MAYO CLINIC
Jacksonville, FL
Manager, Central Supply/Shipping & Receiving/Patient Transportation,
(1988-1990)
. Established and oversaw implementation of an effective budgeting and
accounting system that improved efficiency and reduced costs.
. Managed shipping/receiving, purchasing, and inventory control
functions.
. Established staff schedules and assignments based on facility needs
and equipment availability.
. Directed employees in the sterilization, central processing and
distribution of medical supplies.
. Interpreted and communicated new or revised policies to staff.
. Coordinated the allocation of service equipment and supplies within
the facility for efficient, economical use.
. Designed and implemented training programs and initiatives which
contributed to increased productivity and reduced costs.
. Participated on product evaluation and cost containment committees.
. Scheduled employee work and authorized overtime.
. Established standards for selection and promotion of staff.
. Participated on leadership management and performance improvement
committees.
NAVAL AIR STATION HOSPITAL
Jacksonville, FL
Senior Hospital Corpsman, (1985-1987)
. Managed and directed hospital corpsmen on a surgical floor.
. Planned and organized all corpsman unit functions and implemented
staff training and safety initiatives.
. Trained hospital corpsman on administering medications, drawing blood,
lab specimens, catheters, IV's, patient dressing changes and wound
care.
. Monitored patient vital signs, administered intramuscular and
subcutaneous injections, monitored fluid
intake and output, etc.
. Provided direct patient care, admitting, and discharging patients.
. Counseled patients regarding discharge treatment plans.
. Assisted doctors and nurses with treatment and medical procedures.
. Operated medical equipment including EKG, BP Cuff, Oxygen tanks, and
suction devices.
. Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on biomedical equipment.
. Managed purchasing and inventory control functions.
. Served in a variety of hospital and clinic environments.
EDUCATION
Master of Science: Public Health Administration, University of
Southern Mississippi-
Hattiesburg, MS (2010)
Bachelor of Science: Health Care Management, Southern Illinois
University-
Carbondale, IL (1990)
REFERENCES
. Robert Lingle, Former CEO, Singing River Health System, Pascagoula, MS
. Ladd Hatten, Director LTC @ SCRMC, Laurel, MS
. Dolye Tynes, Former Director of Materials Management, Singing River
Hospital, Pascagoula, MS
. Dr. Bryce Evans, Professor, University South Alabama, Mobile, AL
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