John Morris
Mechanicsville
Summary
Healthcare professional committed to nursing leadership with track record of improving patient outcomes and staff performance. Known for enhancing operational efficiencies and implementing best practices. Reliable team collaborator focused on achieving results and adapting to evolving healthcare needs.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Nursing
Seniors First Choice Home Health
12.2019 - Current
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
- Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and offering tailored professional development opportunities.
- Promoted a culture of safety by enforcing compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Managed budgets effectively, identifying cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Planned and assigned workload to [Number]-person nursing staff to direct patient care.
- Led quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing clinical outcomes through data-driven analysis and targeted interventions.
CFO/Administrator
Seniors First Choice Home Health
12.2019 - Current
- Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
- Reduced operational costs by identifying areas for improvement and implementing cost-saving measures across various departments.
- Prepared accurate financial statements at end of quarter to summarize financial health and business performance.
- Conducted detailed analysis of company financial information and oversaw preparation of related reports.
- Directed budget development, creation of budgetary controls and recordkeeping systems and investment management.
- Reviewed and monitored all policies and procedures
Director of Nursing
Seniors First Choice
03.2012 - Current
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
- Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and offering tailored professional development opportunities.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Promoted a culture of safety by enforcing compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Managed budgets effectively, identifying cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Led quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing clinical outcomes through data-driven analysis and targeted interventions.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to facilitate continuity of care for patients transitioning between healthcare settings.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Mentored new nurses through orientation programs, facilitating their integration into the team and fostering their professional growth.
- Served as a liaison between nursing leadership, hospital administration, medical staff, allied health professionals, patients, families, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
- Conducted regular risk assessments within the department to identify areas of potential vulnerability and implement corrective actions where necessary.
- Implemented interdisciplinary rounding practices to streamline communication among healthcare providers involved in patient care.
- Championed a culture of continuous learning by promoting professional development opportunities for nursing staff, including in-house training programs, conferences, workshops, and online resources.
- Evaluated emerging technologies in healthcare, recommending appropriate innovations for adoption within the department to improve efficiency and patient outcomes.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
CFO/Administrator
Seniors First Choice
02.2012 - Current
- Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
- Reduced operational costs by identifying areas for improvement and implementing cost-saving measures across various departments.
- Prepared accurate financial statements at end of quarter to summarize financial health and business performance.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory requirements by staying current on industry developments and implementing necessary controls within the organization.
- Oversaw the preparation and submission of all tax filings, mitigating potential risks associated with noncompliance.
- Directed budget development, creation of budgetary controls and recordkeeping systems and investment management.
- Oversaw deployment of strategic business plans to accomplish accounting, compliance, and revenue targets.
- Negotiated favorable terms with vendors and suppliers, achieving significant savings on procurement expenses.
- Led budgeting process, collaborating with department heads to allocate resources strategically and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Presented financial results to board members and investors during quarterly meetings, maintaining transparency in communication regarding company performance.
- Optimized working capital levels by closely monitoring accounts receivable/payable balances and taking appropriate actions as needed.
- Championed the adoption of new financial technologies, keeping the organization at the forefront of industry advancements while maximizing efficiency in daily operations.
- Directed budget development, budgetary controls and recordkeeping to make informed financial decisions.
- Developed and oversaw yearly budgets and capital structure of company to determine best mix of debt, equity, and internal financing.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
- Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
- Supervised administrative support staff members, offering guidance, feedback, and mentorship that contributed to their professional growth and development.
- Managed human resources functions, including hiring, onboarding, and employee evaluations for optimal team performance.
Administrator/Director of Nursing
Just Like Home
01.2008 - 10.2012
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
- Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
- Organized workflow and delegated tasks effectively to ensure timely project completion without compromising quality.
- Managed office inventory levels, ensuring adequate supplies were available while minimizing waste and unnecessary spending.
- Supervised administrative support staff members, offering guidance, feedback, and mentorship that contributed to their professional growth and development.
- Established an organized filing system that streamlined document retrieval and reduced misplaced files.
- Maintained accurate documentation of company policies and procedures for easy reference by all employees.
- Improved employee productivity with effective time management strategies for daily tasks.
- Managed human resources functions, including hiring, onboarding, and employee evaluations for optimal team performance.
- Coordinated company events and meetings to foster teamwork and boost employee morale.
- Enhanced internal communication by creating a centralized information hub accessible to all staff members.
- Streamlined office operations by implementing new filing system, significantly reducing retrieval times.
- Oversaw maintenance of office equipment, minimizing downtime due to malfunctions or repairs.
- Streamlined invoice processing, reducing average payment turnaround time.
- Organized and executed quarterly staff training sessions, keeping team informed on latest administrative protocols and technology.
- Improved team productivity with introduction of shared online calendar for tracking deadlines and appointments.
- Developed and maintained up-to-date database of contacts, facilitating quick and efficient communication.
- Led transition to paperless office, reducing operational costs and environmental impact.
- Coordinated logistics for annual corporate events, ensuring seamless execution and high attendee satisfaction.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Managed budgets effectively, identifying cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to facilitate continuity of care for patients transitioning between healthcare settings.
- Mentored new nurses through orientation programs, facilitating their integration into the team and fostering their professional growth.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
ICU Charge Nurse
Nurse Advantage
02.2000 - 08.2008
- Mentored and trained new nurses, ensuring they were well-prepared to provide high-quality care in critical situations.
- Collaborated with physicians to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient interventions.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Facilitated rapid response situations by quickly identifying deteriorating patients and alerting appropriate personnel for intervention measures.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives within the department leading to reduced infection rates among critically ill patients.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols in the ICU.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, responses, and outcomes to ensure seamless transition of care during shift changes.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Worked as part of interdisciplinary rapid response team to determine each patients' imaging and assessment needs to develop and initiate appropriate care plans.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Established effective working relationships with support staff, contributing to a cohesive team environment that prioritized patient safety and wellbeing.
- Contributed to ongoing professional development within the nursing profession by attending workshops, conferences, and seminars focused on enhancing ICU nursing practices.
- Promoted adherence to hospital policies and procedures while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards such as JCAHO requirements.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights regarding informed consent, privacy concerns, end-of-life decisions, and ethical dilemmas surrounding critical care.
- Coordinated family meetings to provide updates on patients'' conditions, treatment options, and progress towards goals.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Developed comprehensive patient care plans, addressing both physical and emotional needs, to promote optimal recovery.
- Optimized resource utilization through careful allocation of equipment and supplies during periods of high demand or limited availability.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Triaged patients and delegated treatment needs to qualified staff and specialized departments.
Education
No Degree - General
ODU
VirginiaAssociate of Science - Nursing
Tidewater Community College
Virginia05-1997
Skills
- Nurse education and training
- Strong work ethic
- Professional development
- Process improvements
- Budget management
- Staff recruitment and retention
- Clinical resources management
- Staff scheduling
- Healthcare regulations compliance
- Clinical operations management
- Long-term care
- Documentation and reporting
- Policy development
- Clinical documentation
- Nursing staff supervision
- Schedule preparation
- Budget control
- Team supervision
Certification
- RN License
- Administrator License
- BLS Instructor
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Seniors First Choice Home Health
12.2019 - Current
CFO/Administrator
Seniors First Choice Home Health
12.2019 - Current
Director of Nursing
Seniors First Choice
03.2012 - Current
CFO/Administrator
Seniors First Choice
02.2012 - Current
Administrator/Director of Nursing
Just Like Home
01.2008 - 10.2012
ICU Charge Nurse
Nurse Advantage
02.2000 - 08.2008
No Degree - General
ODU
Associate of Science - Nursing
Tidewater Community College
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