Healthcare Administration, Holistic Wellness Program Managment

Cody A. Christian

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Washington, DC 20002

Phone: 507-***-****

E-mail: ****.*********.***@*****.***

Education:

Bachelors of Science, University of Minnesota - Duluth Sept 2010 - May 2014 Public Health Education & Promotion

Professional Experience:

Ingleside at King Farm, Rockville, MD Nov 2015 – Present Community Director of Healthcare Services (LNHA / ALM) Oct 2020– Present

Manage the day-to-day operations of a older adult Healthcare Center which includes (Skilled Nursing, Skilled Memory Care, Assisted Living, Memory Support Assisted Living, Wellness Center/Clinic, and out Patient Rehab Services) supporting a culture of Resident Directed Life and the principles of the Well Being Model.

Lead a team of 200 culturally diverse staff including senior leadership, mid-level management and frontline employees. Foster an environment where the management team is collaborative, cohesive and works together toward common goals and objectives.

Identify and suggest innovative management as a LEAN specialist on different innovative approaches and participates in implementing performance opportunities. Develop and use collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals and objectives. Assess community’s current priorities and future needs. Stay abreast of emerging trends in the marketplace.

Collaborate with Ingleside Board of Directors and Headquarters partners to monitor and identify areas of opportunity including systems processes, recommending new policies, processes and procedures where appropriate.

Responsible for the financial management of the Healthcare Center including both operating budget management of over

$5M and capital expenditures, ensuring financial stability. Maintain resident census to ensure optimum revenue. Oversee completion of annual Healthcare Center operational and capital budget and resource management.

Collaborate with residents and the management team to provide focus regarding the community’s strategic priorities and an overall framework that clearly articulates the overall strategic direction.

Development and maintenance of operational policies and procedures for regulatory compliance and staff direction.

Responsible for the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement and for fostering a culture of compliance in operations as certified Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Certified Professional.

Maintain quality working relationships and communications with each internal department and the local community partners.

Provide a framework of employee management through consistent employee reviews, ongoing training, disciplinary actions, and a culture of responsibility.

Drive high quality nursing, care giving and support services for all residents, in compliance with all local, federal and state regulations. My community holds a 5 Star CMS rating and is rated in the top Health Centers in the United States.

As certified wellness coach, I work consciously to create a positive working environment and recognize each colleague and promote cooperation and high standards of wellness to accompany performance. Demonstrate team and individual behaviors that support change within the culture on a consistent basis. Healthcare Administrator-In-Training Oct 2019– Oct 2020

The Healthcare Administrator-In-Training position is a 12-month licensure process under a preceptor through the Maryland Board of Examiners of Nursing Home Administrators. This program was a perquisite to sit for my State and Federal Nursing Home Administrator exam.

Ensured state and federal regulatory compliance in three levels of care – Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living and Memory Support Assisted Living.

Co-lead a Pandemic task force to navigate organizational operations in compliance with federal, state, and local executive orders.

Conducted annual Facility Assessment, Hazardous Vulnerability Assessment, and Risk Assessment.

Assisted with infection Control, Complaint, and Annual survey preparations/procedures.

Lead Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement program.

Developed and facilitated in-services including disaster drills, evacuation processes, and personal protective equipment procedures.

Inventory control management through pandemic.

Assisted in the development of COVID Unit and observation unit.

Assisted in the development and management of capital and operation budget.

Assisted with organizational policy development and education. Fitness and Wellness Manager - Life Enrichment Nov 2015– Oct 2019

Developed and facilitated holistic programming based on the seven dimensions of wellness.

Facilitated support groups (Vision, Hearing, Grief, and Parkinson’s.)

Managed First Responder Course - Teaching BLS, CPR, AED, and First Aid course with my instructor certification through the Red Cross.

Collaborated with on-site Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy for post-rehabilitation success.

Developed and facilitated a community wide fall prevention program.

Oversaw Wellness contractors, interns, and staff ensuring high quality objective based programming.

Developed and facilitated health fairs, wellness seminars, and fitness outreach fundraisers.

Conducted Health Assessments including: Gait, Balance, Posture, Flexibility/ROM, Muscular Compensations, Muscular strength/endurance, Functional Movements, Recovery Heart Rate, Body Fat Percentage, and Body Mass Index.

Instructed group exercise classes including Tabata, Cardio Strength Interval, Total Body Strength, Stretch, Boot Camp, balance the body, mindful meditation and Water Aerobics.

Developed and oversaw annual fitness budget and resource management.

Chaired the Health and Wellness Committee

Oversaw maintenance fitness equipment, pool and spa. L&T Health and Fitness International Monetary Fund, Washington, DC Jan 2014-Nov 2015 Health Fitness Specialist

Conducted fitness assessment, consultations, orientations and screenings (RMR, BMR, Body Composition, and Cholesterol, Cardiovascular, Muscular Strength and Endurance)

Brand identity development (logo development, promotional materials, mission & vision statements)

Oversaw budget guidelines for health promotion.

Coordinated Special Events: World Heart Day, 8 Week Weight Loss Challenge, and Run Club

Editor and Chief of monthly newsletter, “Fit News” for regular distribution to all members

Instructed group fitness classes and personal training clients’ sessions to promote work/life balance. Certifications:

o Licensed Nursing Home Administrator - Maryland

o Assisted Living Manager Certified

o Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement

Certified Professional

o LEAN Sigma 6 Bronze Course Completion

o Certified Dementia Practitioner

o Basic Life Support Instructor Certification

o CPR, First Aid, AED Instructor

Certification

o Crowd Management Certified

o ACSM Certified Personal Trainer

o NASM Senior Fitness Specialist

Advisory Boards:

Senior Advisory Board Member for Public Health - University of Minnesota - Duluth Computer / Software Skills:

Matrixcare, Point Click Care, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office, and Outlook

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