Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about successful NCLEX strategies, learner focused challenges, and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing learner success and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
1
1
Certification
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Clinical Manager
CenterWell Home Health
Overland Park, KS
01.2025 - Current
Full-time Registered Nurse serving in a leadership role by which I am responsible for coaching and guiding a team of field clinicians to deliver high-quality, compassionate care. Provide clinical oversight and operations by assessing patient needs and guide staff in establishing immediate and long-term therapeutic goals. Conducted chart audits to ensure accurate Plans of Care were updated in compliance with Medicare regulations and company policies. Worked alongside the Branch Director to manage caregiver assignments and maintained compliance with Medicare regulations in clinical documentation and billing while supporting budget management. Provided support to the team by completing in-home visits.
Led interdisciplinary team in delivering high-quality patient care and improving clinical outcomes.
Developed and implemented training programs for nursing staff to enhance skill sets and compliance.
Oversaw quality assurance initiatives to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and best practices.
Adjunct Instructor-Online
Ottawa University
Ottawa, KS
01.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse serving in a needed capacity to facilitate online instruction for PN, BSN, and MSN students, including fostering interactive online learning modalities and leading online discussions through the creation of lesson plans, assignment development, and adapting course content to fit online delivery. Provide student support with timely and constructive feedback of graded work, utilize online office hours to promote student growth and success. Participated in professional development to ensure course content relevance and rigor. Collaborate with institutional faculty to ensure course alignment with program goals and in adherence to university policies.
Developed and delivered engaging course materials for diverse student populations.
Facilitated classroom discussions that encouraged critical thinking and collaboration among students.
Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
RN Preceptor
North Kansas City Home Health
Kansas City, MO
01.2024 - 01.2025
Full time Registered Nurse serving as the RN Preceptor. Duties included the education and training of all new hire field staff. Within education and training, specific duties included ensuring proper documentation techniques were taught and upheld to comply with CMS guidelines. Additional in-office responsibilities included providing oversight regarding safe and quality delivery of services, ensuring competency related to clinician required skills, aided in the execution of OASIS, worked with clinicians 1:1 both in the office and in the field to facilitate growth and confidence within the home health environment, and served as a resource to the clinical field staff liaison (CFSL), clinical manager (CM), and Field Administrator (FA). As a member of the Training Team, responsibilities included collaborating with team members to develop, execute, and deliver quality clinical training at the initial phase of hire as well as annually. Developed clinical care documents and learning tools to facilitate and enhance quality measures as an opportunity to improve patient outcomes, reviewed clinician documentation, and maintained current knowledge of Medicare/Federal/Insurance/Company and Hospital policies and protocols.
Mentored nursing staff to enhance clinical skills and improve patient care standards.
Developed training programs for new hires, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
Coordinated patient assessments and care plans to optimize treatment outcomes.
ADN Program Coordinator
Metropolitan Community College
Kansas City, MO
01.2022 - 01.2024
Full-time faculty member where I served as the program coordinator. Provided day-to-day operational oversight of an associate degree program with three program options (traditional, evening/weekend, and LPN-RN Bridge). Provided leadership in developing, assessing, and revising curriculum. Developed and nurtured relationships with community and hospital affiliations to enhance program resources and support. Ensured student success by facilitating opportunities for enhanced faculty engagement and promotion of student engagement in both didactic and nursing leadership roles. Functioned as a cultural change agent to improve faculty morale and student retention while adhering to established regulatory guidelines and accreditation standards that support the mission and vision of Metropolitan Community College. Collaborated with various departments to onboard ATI, integrating it into didactic course curriculum and targeting at-risk nursing students for support prior to graduation. Managed budget and ensured compliance with institutional and state board of nursing regulatory guidelines. Facilitated didactic student instruction in both the classroom and clinical setting.
Coordinated program schedules to ensure efficient use of resources and timely completion of activities.
Developed and maintained relationships with community partners to enhance program outreach and effectiveness.
Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows and increased participant engagement in programs.
Seasonal Clinical Supervisor
Metropolitan Community College-Nursing
01.2021 - 01.2022
Facilitated student learning opportunities in clinical practice settings, enhancing practical skills in patient care. Directed patient-care learning opportunities in med/surg and mental health environments, aligning with institutional standards. Ensured all institutional, clinical affiliate sites, and governmental regulations were adhered to, per affiliation agreements. Provided timely, constructive feedback to students through clinical evaluations, supporting their professional development.
Supervised clinical nursing teams to ensure adherence to best practices and regulatory compliance.
Developed training programs to enhance staff competencies and improve patient care outcomes.
Provided care for renal and medical telemetry patients
Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment outcomes.
Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and efficacy.
Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care protocols.
Assistant Professor of Nursing
University of Central Missouri Summit Technology Academy
Lee’s Summit, MO
01.2018 - 01.2021
Delivered direct student instruction in pharmacological therapies, mental health nursing, adult and older adult II practicum, advanced technology, and pharmacological skills lab, enhancing student understanding and application of nursing concepts. Developed and executed didactic curriculum across classroom, skills area, and clinical rotations, ensuring comprehensive educational experiences aligned with nursing standards.
Developed and implemented innovative nursing curricula to enhance student learning outcomes.
Mentored nursing students, fostering critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills.
Conducted research on contemporary nursing practices, contributing to academic publications and presentations.
Registered Nurse
St. Luke’s East Hospital
Lee’s Summit, MO
02.2018 - 10.2018
Oversaw patient care in infusion center
Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and ensure optimal health outcomes.
Educated patients and families on health management, medication usage, and post-discharge care plans.
Adjunct Professor
University of Central Missouri Summit Technology Academy
Lee’s Summit, MO
01.2015 - 01.2018
Delivered direct instruction to students in clinical rotations and classroom settings. Developed, planned, and executed online and in-person curriculum for nursing care of adult patients, advanced nursing care, culture and sustainability, grief and loss, socioeconomic factors in healthcare, and introduction to professional nursing.
Developed and delivered curriculum for diverse student populations.
Facilitated engaging classroom discussions to enhance critical thinking skills.
Implemented innovative teaching methodologies to improve student learning outcomes.
CTRS
Research Psychiatric Center
Kansas City, MO
05.2001 - 04.2008
Managed operations in the occupational therapy and rehabilitation therapy department.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
CTRS
Royal Oaks Hospital
Windsor, MO
07.1999 - 04.2001
Expressive Therapy Department
Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Education
Postgraduate Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate - Nurse Practioner
Postgraduate Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate - Nurse Practioner
Graceland University School of Nursing-online
Awards & Honors
American Association of Women in Community Colleges Leaders Institute, MCC-Penn Valley
Alpha Epsilon Pi, University of Central Missouri
National Engaged Leader Award, Alpha Epsilon Pi, University of Central Missouri
First Place Recipient of EBP Poster, St. Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City Research Day
Kansas City Direct Care Nurses Leadership Academy, Missouri Action Coalition
Community Involvement
Scouts BSA, Cub Master Pack 4003, Committee Member Troop 1003 Member at Large Three Trails District
Friends of Three, Board President
Peculiar United Methodist Church, Vacation Bible School Director, 2021, 2022
Presentations
Research Poster
7th Annual Evidence Based Practice on the Frontline: Building a Culture of Quality, Safety, and Nursing Professionalism
Columbia, MO, 2014
NO PASS ZONE: EVERY Employee EVERY Light EVERY Time
Research Talk
8th Annual Evidence Based Practice on the Frontline: Building a Culture of Quality, Safety, and Nursing Professionalism
Columbia, MO, 2015
Panel Discussion on Quality Improvement and Outcomes
Additional Training
Point Care Home Care Home Base November 2024
ATI Champion Training Assessment Technologies Institute August 2024
ACEN Self-Study Forum Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Atlanta, GA October 2023
ACEN Program Administrators Workshop Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Atlanta, GA July 2023
Clinical Faculty Academy The Health Alliance of Mid America, Kansas City, MO June 2023
American Association of Women in Community College LEADERS Institute AAWCC, Kansas City, MO June 2019
Mental Health & Allied Provider Workshop NAMI, Warrensburg, MO May 2019
Kansas Nurse Educator Conference University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg, MO April 2018
NCLEX Regional Workshop Missouri State Board of Nursing, Clinton, MO February 2018
Clinical Simulation training University of Central Missouri, Lee’s Summit, MO
Committee Assignments
MCC CTE Committee
Metropolitan Community College, Kansas City, MO
2022-2024
MCC Enrollment and Persistence Committee
Metropolitan Community College, Kansas City, MO
2022-2024
MCC Faculty Association
Metropolitan Community College, Kansas City, MO
2022-2024
MCC Facilities Committee
Metropolitan Community College, Kansas City, MO
2022-2024
MCC Nursing Faculty
Metropolitan Community College, Kansas City, MO
2022-2024
MCC Strategic Planning Council
Metropolitan Community College, Kansas City, MO
2022-2024
UCM Nursing Faculty
University of Central Missouri, Lee’s Summit, MO
2018-2021
College of Health, Science & Technology (CHST) Curriculum Committee
University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg, Missouri
2018-2021
School of Nursing Curriculum Committee
University of Central Missouri, Lee’s Summit, MO
2018-2021
Professional Involvement
American Association of Women in Community Colleges (AAWCC)
American Nurses Association (ANA)
American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA)
Collegiate Nurse Educators of Greater Kansas City (KCNE)