Nursing Staff
Resume:
Terry Lynn Denny, R.N., MSN, MHA, NHA
Delton, MI 49046
***********@*******.***
Profile: I am a goal directed, results oriented professional with a strong clinical background and education. I am a skilled communicator, persuasive and adaptable. I am a self- motivated individual with high-energy, initiative, and focus. I possess keen insight into the needs and views of others – able to listen and identify issues or problem areas and form innovated solutions. I am professional, personable and articulate in presentation. Areas of strength include:
Comprehensive clinical knowledge
Communication/Negotiation/Facilitation
Problem solving/decision making
Program management/assessment
Client/Community relations
Flexible/Assertive/ Adaptable
Presentations/training
Documentation/Writing
Education:
1996 Associates in Applied Science Nursing, Kellogg Community College
2002 Bachelor of Science Health Care Administration, Spring Arbor University
2002 Certificate of Gerontology, Spring Arbor University
2011 Masters of Health Care Administration Gerontology, University of Phoenix
2013 Masters of Science Nursing, University of Phoenix
Credentials:
Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan
Licensed as a Nursing Home Administrator in the State of Michigan
Employment:
July 2015 – present: Regional Clinical Coordinator
November 2014 – July 2015: Regional Director of Clinical Operations, Extendicare
Responsible for the functions of the Clinical Services department at each assigned facility. This position assumes a primary role in ensuring that the facilities are in compliance with State and Federal Regulations. Mulit-state experience.
August 2012 – November 2014: Regional Director of Clinical Services, Consulate Healthcare
Responsible for the functions of the Clinical Services department at each assigned facility. This position assumes a primary role in ensuring that the facilities are in compliance with State and Federal Regulations
May 2012 – July 2012: Interim Director of Nursing, Countryside Nursing and Rehabilitation Community.
April 2012 – May 2012: Interim Administrator, Countryside Nursing and Rehabilitation Community
February 2012 – April 2012: Interim Administrator, Riverview Manor
October 2011 – January 2012: Unit Manager, Laurels of Sandy Creek
September 2010 – June 2011: Director of Nursing, Borgess Gardens
Borgess Gardens is a 101 bed Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility located in Kalamazoo Michigan
Ensured nursing department compliance with federal, state and local regulations
Responsible for recruitment, training, supervision and employee evaluations of nursing staff
Responsible for recruitment, training, supervision and employee evaluations of nursing staff
Managed nursing budget within company guidelines
Communicated with staff residents and family members while making daily rounds
Reviewed resident charts and nursing care with department heads, physicians and other facility staff
October 2009– September 2010: Administrator, Fountain View of Portage
Represented the agency in the community.
Developed and maintained census for the facility at 97% plus
Maintained costs within budgetary requirements
Ensured resident satisfaction and quality care
Ensured a safe environment for residents and employees
September 2005 - August 2009: Director of Nursing Tendercare Kalamazoo
Scheduled and assigned the nursing staff as needed to ensure delivery of prescribed resident healthcare
Responsible for recruitment, training, supervision and employee evaluations of nursing staff
Reviewed resident charts and nursing care with department heads, physicians and other facility staff
Managed nursing budget within company guidelines
Confirmed nursing department compliance with federal, state and local regulations
Completed required reports and documentation
Communicated with staff residents and family members while making daily rounds
Ensured proper documentation of information in resident records
Triaged as necessary and monitored wound care
Ensure nursing department compliance with federal, state and local regulations
January 2005 – September 2005: Assistant Director of Nursing Tendercare Marshall
Scheduled and assigned CENA staff as needed to ensure delivery of prescribed resident care
Responsible for recruitment, training, supervision and employee evaluations of CENA staff
Responsible for Restorative Nursing program
Infection Control
Responsible for Fall Prevention program
Participated in Nutrition at Risk Committee
Participated in Behavior Management committee
2003 -2005: Interim Director of Nursing for HCR Manor Care Midwest Division
Responsible for recruitment, training, supervision and employee evaluations of nursing staff
Reviewed resident charts and nursing care with department heads, physicians and other facility staff
Managed nursing budget within company guidelines
Confirmed nursing department compliance with federal, state and local regulations
Completed required reports and documentation
Communicated with staff residents and family members while making daily rounds
Ensured proper documentation of information in resident records
Triaged as necessary and monitored wound care
Ensure nursing department compliance with federal, state and local regulations
1999 – 2003: Charge Nurse, Fieldstone Center, Geriatric Psychiatric Unit
Provide patient care through assessment implementations, and evaluation of healthcare plans
Administer medications and perform treatments as directed by physicians
Communicate with residents and family members while making daily rounds
Ensure proper documentation of resident records
Notify appropriate parties of change in resident condition or status
Direct and monitor the work of employees to ensure appropriate resident care
Schedule and assign employees as needed
1998 – 1999: Director of Nursing, Heartland Health Care Center Battle Creek
Scheduled and assigned the nursing staff as needed to ensure delivery of prescribed resident healthcare
Responsible for recruitment, training, supervision and employee evaluations of nursing staff
Reviewed resident charts and nursing care with department heads, physicians and other facility staff
Managed nursing budget within company guidelines
Confirmed nursing department compliance with federal, state and local regulations
Completed required reports and documentation
Communicated with staff residents and family members while making daily rounds
Ensured proper documentation of information in resident records
Triaged as necessary and monitored wound care
Ensure nursing department compliance with federal, state and local regulations
1997 – 1998: Assistant Director of Nursing Heartland Health Care Center Battle Creek
Scheduled and assigned CENA staff as needed to ensure delivery of prescribed resident care
Responsible for recruitment, training, supervision and employee evaluations of CENA staff
Responsible for Restorative Nursing program
Infection Control
Responsible for Fall Prevention program
Participated in Nutrition at Risk Committee
Participated in Behavior Management committee
1996 – 1997: Nurse Supervisor Heartland Health Care Center Battle Creek
Provide patient care through assessment implementations, and evaluation of healthcare plans
Administer medications and perform treatments as directed by physicians
Communicate with residents and family members while making daily rounds
Ensure proper documentation of resident records
Notify appropriate parties of change in resident condition or status
Direct and monitor the work of employees to ensure appropriate resident care
Schedule and assign employees as needed
11/1991 – 1995: CENA, Heartland Health Care Center Battle Creek
Motivated and assisted residents with their daily living activities while providing a positive physical, social and psychological environment
Ensured residents received proper personalized care as needed
Assisted with nursing functions, including taking vitals, weight and measurement
Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding as needed
Communicated with nurses, residents and family members while making daily rounds
Ensured proper healthcare documentation of resident charts
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