Dynamic healthcare leader with extensive experience at Lake View Post Acute, excelling in regulatory compliance and financial management. Proven track record in conflict resolution and team leadership, driving occupancy and revenue growth. Skilled in data analysis and person-centered care, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration within diverse teams.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim LNHA
Lake View Post Acute
Florissant
02.2025 - 12.2025
Collaborated with Regional Support team to ensure regulatory compliance with state and local standards for resident care.
Shared day-to-day operations of the community, including profit and loss, marketing, sales, regulatory compliance, customer satisfaction, and financial expectations.
Facilitated sales and marketing processes by creating an environment conducive to sales success and positioning property effectively in the market to achieve occupancy and revenue targets.
Assists the Director of Sales in meeting and exceeding budgets and targeted property performance goals.
Established a professional environment reflecting company mission, vision, and values.
Handled conflict intervention and resolution for customers, families, associates, and affected parties.
Created opportunities for networking and engaging community-based groups relevant to the company’s policy and standards.
Assisted in creating and implementing proactive solutions to problems while keeping with the Company’s Mission, Vision, Values, policies, and standards.
HR/PAYROLL Director
Lake View Post Acute
Florissant
10.2024 - 02.2025
Maintained strict confidentiality by securely handling sensitive information in compliance with company policies.
Processed payroll and timesheets.
Administered benefits programs such as life, health, dental and disability insurance.
Facilitated recruitment by advertising positions and coordinating interview processes.
Updated and managed records to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Collected data and generated reports to support decision-making.
Collaborated with the risk manager on complex HR/WC cases.
AIT/Executive Director
Garden Plaza/Lake View Post Acute
Florissant
04.2024 - 10.2024
Oversaw daily operations of community, ensuring compliance with regulations, effective marketing and sales strategies, high customer satisfaction, and alignment with financial expectations.
Facilitated sales and marketing efforts by creating an environment conducive to sales success, positioning property effectively in the market, and exceeding occupancy and revenue goals.
Assisted Director of Sales in achieving budget and targeted property performance goals through collaborative efforts and strategic planning.
Created a professional environment that represented the Company’s mission, vision, and values.
Work in conjunction with the Regional Support team to maintain complete regulatory compliance of the state and local, specific to the property, type of care for residents, and the proper care for residents.
Created opportunities for networking and engaged community-based groups relevant to the company’s policy and standards.
Assisted in creating and implementing proactive solutions to problems while keeping with the Company’s Mission, Vision, Values, policies and standards.
Assists in performing and oftentimes handling conflict intervention and resolution for customers, families, associates, and affected parties.
Director of Nursing
Garden Plaza
Florissant
12.2022 - 05.2024
Implement, coordinate, and manage person-centered care based on the company's philosophy, mission, and core values.
Directed resident well-being in compliance with state regulations, ensuring high standards of care and optimal staffing levels.
Maintain a working knowledge of state regulations, policies, and procedures, as dictated for compliance.
Managed expenses to adhere to budgetary constraints.
Collaborated with Executive Director to recruit, select, supervise, mentor, and evaluate caregiving team members, aligning with company policies.
Facilitated training for caregiving and community team members on state regulations and company policies, enhancing team competency and compliance.
In conjunction with the community's multidisciplinary team, coordinate the resident admission process including screening, assessment, care planning and team assignments.
Ensure appropriate delivery of services as identified in resident care plans by delegating.
Traveling Nurse
MEDELY AGENCY
Gregory
03.2022 - 07.2022
Provided patient care as a travel nurse in Gregory, South Dakota, and followed best practices during a 13-week contract.
Delivered high-quality patient care in diverse healthcare settings.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
Administered medications and monitored patients for adverse reactions.
ADON
U-City Forest Manor
St. Louis
06.2020 - 03.2022
Monitored nursing staff to provide quality and appropriate resident/patient care in alignment with company and regulatory standards.
Developed and implemented staffing plan and nursing schedule to address the needs of the resident population.
Assist with recruiting, hiring, providing orientation/training, and retaining enough qualified staff to carry out the responsibilities of nursing services.
Ensure employee performance meets or exceeds expectations and periodic performance appraisals are conducted on a timely basis.
Assist with scheduling and performing rounds to monitor and evaluate the quality and appropriateness of nursing care.
Prepare and present educational offerings for the staff and serves as a resource to all departments and personnel.
Monitor employee compliance in use of barriers, standard precautions, transmission-based precautions, and infection prevention measures.
Collected, prepared, and analyzed healthcare-associated infection data to recommend actionable improvements.
Evaluated quality of resident care and resident outcomes related to healthcare associated infections.
Assist in maintaining administrative authority, responsibility and accountability for the proper charting and documentation of care and of medications and treatments.
LPN Charge Nurse/ADON
St Sophia Health & Rehab Center
Florissant
01.2020 - 06.2020
Managed LTC and rehab unit, transcribing orders, passing medication, documenting changes, and completing Medicare charting electronically under RN direction.
Delegated staff assignments to ensure efficient unit operations.
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the nursing team.
Assisted in personal care activities, including bathing and dressing patients.
LPN Supervisor
Five Star Senior Living
Milwaukee
08.2016 - 07.2017
Supervised staff and coordinated admissions, discharges, and resident assessments on 24-hour board to ensure optimal patient care.
Administered medications to residents according to prescribed schedules.
Informed staff, physicians, and family members of changes to ensure continuity of care and informed decision-making.
Documented daily and shift reports for floor nurses to maintain accurate patient records and facilitate communication.
LPN Care Manager
Humana Senior Bridge
Dallas
02.2015 - 05.2016
Coordinated care for patients post-hospital discharge, focusing on continuity and recovery.
Educated clients on their care plans and medications, addressing safety, transportation needs, and overall well-being.
Partnered with independent contractor to efficiently execute care tasks via computer and mobile device.
Traveled to different counties working with clients to prevent unnecessary stays at the hospital and etc.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Villa at Bradley
Milwaukee
07.2013 - 08.2014
Administered medications through various routes including oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and inhalation.
Providing care and treatment in accordance with physician orders.
Foley insertion, catheter care, Trach suctioning, trach care, and more.
Worked in a skilled nursing environment providing basic bedside nursing within the scope of practice defined by the state.
Supervised and assigned tasks to under licensed staff, ensuring efficient workflow and continuity of care.
Updating oncoming nurse of any change of conditions and updating the MD as well.
Resolved family grievances, enhancing patient satisfaction and support.
Participated in V Team to enhance customer service quality and patient experience.
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI
12.2007
Some College (No Degree) - Administrative Assistant Program
MBTI
Milwaukee, WI
Skills
LNHA
MDS coordinator
Regulatory compliance
Home Health Management
Person-centered care
Financial management
Data management
Point click care software
Matrix software
Excel
MS office
Data analysis
HR/Payroll Director
Team leadership
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem solving
Conflict resolution
Performance appraisal
Effective communication
Performance appraisal
Effective communication
Certification
Licensed nursing home administrator
LVN LPN
BLS CPR
Additional Information
Certified community-based assessor
Accomplishments
Best Team Player 2025
Timeline
Interim LNHA
Lake View Post Acute
02.2025 - 12.2025
HR/PAYROLL Director
Lake View Post Acute
10.2024 - 02.2025
AIT/Executive Director
Garden Plaza/Lake View Post Acute
04.2024 - 10.2024
Director of Nursing
Garden Plaza
12.2022 - 05.2024
Traveling Nurse
MEDELY AGENCY
03.2022 - 07.2022
ADON
U-City Forest Manor
06.2020 - 03.2022
LPN Charge Nurse/ADON
St Sophia Health & Rehab Center
01.2020 - 06.2020
LPN Supervisor
Five Star Senior Living
08.2016 - 07.2017
LPN Care Manager
Humana Senior Bridge
02.2015 - 05.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse
Villa at Bradley
07.2013 - 08.2014
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Some College (No Degree) - Administrative Assistant Program