Kimberly Edwards
Concord
Summary
Strategic operations leader with over 20 years of experience in workforce management within military and healthcare sectors. Led teams of 50+ employees while impacting over 700 personnel through effective communication and development initiatives. Focused on enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring regulatory compliance. Interested in utilizing leadership and operational skills in a dynamic environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Weekend Supervisor
Medical Facilities Of America
Lynchburg
10.2025 - Current
- Direct daily operations for a large healthcare facility, ensuring staffing, service quality, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.
- Manage workforce scheduling and resource allocation to maintain optimal staffing levels.
- Lead, coach, and evaluate employees while promoting accountability and performance excellence.
- Resolve customer, employee, and family concerns while maintaining high service standards.
- Train and onboard new team members to ensure successful integration and productivity.
- Monitor operational performance and implement corrective actions to improve outcomes.
- Ensure adherence to organizational policies, procedures, and quality standards.
Behavioral Health LPN
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Bath
11.2023 - 09.2025
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to achieve operational excellence and high-quality service delivery.
- Managed compliance with critical documentation and performance standards.
- Participated in initiatives for process improvement and workforce development.
- Contributed to organizational goals through service on suicide prevention and medication management committees.
- Maintained exceptional customer service standards while supporting diverse client populations.
Unit Manager/Nursing House Supervisor
Fairmont Crossing Health & Rehabilitation
Amherst
03.2020 - 05.2022
- Supervised operations across multiple nursing units serving more than 120 residents.
- Led teams of nurses and support staff, ensuring productivity, accountability, and service quality.
- Managed staffing schedules, performance evaluations, training, and employee development.
- Ensured compliance with state, federal, and organizational regulations.
- Coordinated daily operations, problem resolution, and communication among stakeholders.
- Responded to operational challenges and emergencies while maintaining continuity of service.
Senior HR Manager & Medical Readiness
Virginia Army National Guard
Lynchburg
03.2018 - 06.2021
- Directed personnel operations and workforce readiness programs for over 700 employees.
- Led a team of more than 50 personnel in administrative recruiting compliance and readiness.
- Advised senior leadership on workforce planning, employee relations, staffing, retention, and performance management.
- Managed personnel actions including hiring, transfers, promotions, succession planning, and separations.
- Analyzed workforce metrics and generated reports to inform organizational decision-making.
- Developed and implemented policies to enhance operational effectiveness and ensure compliance.
- Successfully navigated multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
HR Generalist & Medical Readiness
Virginia Army National Guard
Fredericksburg
03.2013 - 03.2018
- Oversaw HR operations for over 550 personnel, optimizing resource management to support organizational goals.
- Managed recruiting processes, including job postings, candidate screening, and selection activities.
- Implemented workforce readiness and compliance initiatives, improving operational standards and readiness.
- Processed personnel actions while adhering to strict regulatory compliance guidelines.
- Produced operational reports and workforce analytics, enabling data-driven decisions for leadership.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
American Public University
Charles Town, WV12-2024
Diploma - Nursing
ECPI University
Virginia Beach, VA04-2012
Skills
- Operational management
- Workforce scheduling
- Project planning
- Operational efficiency
- Data analysis
- Strategic planning
- Team leadership
- Staff development
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Fluent in Spanish
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- American Heart Association-BLS CPR Certification 2025
Timeline
Weekend Supervisor
Medical Facilities Of America
10.2025 - Current
Behavioral Health LPN
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
11.2023 - 09.2025
Unit Manager/Nursing House Supervisor
Fairmont Crossing Health & Rehabilitation
03.2020 - 05.2022
Senior HR Manager & Medical Readiness
Virginia Army National Guard
03.2018 - 06.2021
HR Generalist & Medical Readiness
Virginia Army National Guard
03.2013 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
American Public University
Diploma - Nursing
ECPI University