Patricia Arndt, LPN, CDP
Nurse Director
Contact
Surprise, AZ 85387
********.*****@*****.***
Objective
As an experienced nurse manager, my primary objective is to support the care team in all necessary areas by managing staff, coordinating operations, and ensuring exceptional patient care and service. I aim to create a positive and productive work environment by communicating, setting clear goals, and monitoring performance.
Education
Hondros College of Nursing
Westerville, OH
Associate Degree in Nursing
Graduate 2014
Key Skills
QAPI
Day-to-day Operations
Hiring/Training
Budget Planning
Communication
Problem-solving
Experience
JUNE 2023 TO PRESENT
Owner/Director ACTi-Kare of Surprise
JUNE 2021 TO JULY 2023
Resident Care Director Sunrise Senior Living – Scottsdale, AZ
SEPTEMBER 2018 TO JUNE 2021
Wellness Nurse/Care Coordinator Sunrise Senior Living – Dublin, OH
Responsibilities include daily operations, managing staff, working with family members, ensuring compliance with all Arizona nursing regulations, and providing exceptional customer service. Responsibilities include all budgeting and financial data for the nursing department, identifying trends, and developing PIP (Performance Improvement Plan) for troubled areas. QAPI meetings, daily stand-up, monthly cart audits, and nursing chart audits.
Leadership
Successfully led a team of nurses/med techs to exceed nursing/medication goals while maintaining excellent customer satisfaction scores.
References
Available upon request.