Lud Harris, RN BSN MS

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Powder Springs, GA 30127

Phone: 404-***-****

Email: adv3l7@r.postjobfree.com

SPECIALTY / EXPERIENCE AREAS

Intensive Care (ICU); Cardiology; Telemetry; Gerontology; Infection control/prevention; Staff education; Excellent analytic and research skills. Expert ability to create written materials and communicate findings. Proficient in the creation and maintenance of databases. Knowledgeable about chronic and infectious disease surveillance. Strong work ethic and demonstrated organizational and problem-solving skills.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Director of Nursing Services 3/2021-Present

The William Breman Jewish Home Atlanta GA

Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday 9am – 5 pm Hours worked/week 35-70

Supervisor: Gerri Cooper, 404-***-****, May Contact

Director of Nursing Services 10/2017-3/2021

Delmar Gardens of Smyrna Smyrna GA

Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday 9am – 5 pm Hours worked/week 35-70

Supervisor: Charles Odhomi, 770-***-****, May Contact

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Plan, direct, and coordinate all nursing services for a 120 bed skilled nursing facility; formulate policies; Manage daily operations; Coordinate staff; Facilitate interdepartmental communication; Allocate tasks and resources; Exemplify and uphold company ethics, operations, regulatory, safety policies and standards; Provide guidance and direction to 35 subordinate nurses and 60 certified nursing assistants; Ensure appropriate staffing levels and expertise; Serve as acting Administrator in the Administrator's absence; Serve as the key consultant regarding infection control issues, direct the development of infection control policies and procedures, and provide training and instructions to over 200 staff members. Study new diseases such as Covid19, potential outbreaks, and possible epidemic situations to determine which procedures to take to minimize the spread.

Assistant Director of Nursing/Infection Control Nurse 09/2015 to 12/2017

Presbyterian Village Austell, GA

Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday 9am – 5 pm Hours worked/week 40-70

Supervisor: Nichelle Buckles, 770-***-****, May Contact

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for the overall delivery of quality clinical care within the ADON job description for a 106-bed skilled nursing facility. Reported pertinent information to the the Director of Nursing in a timely and efficient manner. Effectively supervised 98 staff members including RN, LPN, CNAs; Monitored and maintained safety and infection control standards. Instructed staff in proper medication administration, wound assessment, and documentation techniques; Monitored and reported infection control issues; Conducted surveillance of infections, both community acquired and nosocomial. Assessed residents for infections, monitored vital signs and symptoms, looked for trends, contacted providers, implemented isolation precautions or other preventative measures, monitored and followed up to ensure that infection control procedures were implemented/modified as needed. Monitored and logged infection control for monthly QAPI meetings. Assist in the development and implementation of program outcomes and metrics including survey tools and other data collection instruments.

Director of Staff Development/Infection Control Nurse 06/2010 to 09/2015

The William Breman Jewish Home Atlanta, GA

Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday 9am – 5 pm Hours worked/week 40

Supervisor: Regina Ford, 404-***-****, May Contact

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for the orientation of all new employees. Ensured annual in-service updates of all employees Coordinated the facility's Infection Control program and ensured compliance with the protocols mandated by State and Federal statutes. Assessed infectious conditions with residents, staff and the environment, and implemented appropriate control measures. Monitored and logged infection control for monthly QAPI meetings. Followed and implemented infection control procedures and provided education and data collection regarding infection throughout 96-bed facility. Maintain statistical information on reportable diseases within the facility. Educated staff during the facilities transition to EMR. Provided ongoing assessment of staff to identify and resolve issues stemming from lack of knowledge or understanding related to EMR.

Administrative Supervisor 02/2008 to 06/2010

Emory University Hospital Midtown Atlanta, GA

Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday 11pm – 7am Hours worked/week 37.5

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervised nursing staff and delegated duties directly related to patient care. Allocated nursing staff according to patient acuity and to maintain optimal care. Served as a liaison between management, clinical staff and the community. Recognized emergency situations and addressed them per protocol, in an efficient and calm manner.

Interim Program Director 05/2006 to 03/2008

DHR Office Of Regulatory Service Atlanta, GA

Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday 9am – 5 pm Hours worked/week 40

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensure care facilities are following all state and federal regulations and health care standards. Reviewed and examined complaints and reported incidents involving abuse and neglect of patients and determined whether or not such claims were founded.

Administrative Supervisor 02/2006 to 10/2008

Legacy Medical Center/Southwest Hospital of Atlanta Atlanta, GA

Work Schedule: Variable days 7pm – 7am Hours worked/week 36

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervised nursing staff and delegated duties directly related to patient care. Allocated nursing staff according to patient acuity and to maintain optimal care. Served as a liaison between management, clinical staff and the community. Recognized emergency situations and addressed them per protocol, in an efficient and calm manner.

Manager of the Cardiac Telemetry Dept. 06/2004 to 09/2006

Well star Cobb Hospital Austell, GA

Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday 9am – 5 pm Hours worked/week 40

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Managed and directed activities for an acute care unit with 40+ employees specializing in cardiac telemetry and infection control, in compliance with all federal and state laws, JCAHO requirements, and standards of practice. Accountable for ensuring quality patient care through direct supervision of all nursing personnel assigned to the unit.

Clinical Supervisor - Critical Care 2003 to 2004

Grady Health System Atlanta, GA

Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday 9am – 5 pm Hours worked/week 40

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervised nursing staff and delegated duties directly related to patient care. Allocated nursing staff according to patient acuity and to maintain optimal care. Served as a liaison between management, clinical staff and the community. Recognized emergency situations and addressed them per protocol, in an efficient and calm manner.

Staff nurse - Relief charge nurse 2002 to 2004

Emory Crawford Long Hospital Atlanta, GA

Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday 9am – 5 pm Hours worked/week 40

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provided direct patient care as a staff nurse in the cardiovascular ICU, PACU and telemetry units. Acted in Charge Nurse roll, obtained staffing coverage, acted as a resource and trained staff.

Travel Nurse 2001 to 2002

Wellstar Kennestone Hospital Marietta, GA

Work Schedule: Variable days 7pm – 7am Hours worked/week 36

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary care, assessment and evaluation of critical care, medical surgical, telemetry and orthopedic patients.

Clinical Research Coordinator 1998 to 2001

Jersey City Medical Center Jersey City, NJ

Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday 9am – 5 pm Hours worked/week 40

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conducted Clinical Research which included screening, recruitment and retention of eligible study participants while ensuring compliance with regulations. Carefully recorded and compiled data. Performed analysis on data and created reports on research activities. Performed thorough reviews of medical records to complete case report forms. Provide optimal assistance to research and support staff members.

EDUCATION

MS Applied Gerontology Graduated July, 2016

Brenau University Gainesville GA

Area of Concentration: Gerontology Hours Earned: 30

Bachelor of Science, Nursing Graduated May, 2000

New Jersey City University Jersey City, NJ

Area of Concentration: Nursing Hours Earned: 120

Associate of Science, Nursing Graduated May, 1995

Long Island College Hospital School of Nursing Brooklyn, NY

Area of Concentration: Nursing Hours Earned: 120

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