Kelly LeBlanc
Garden
Summary
Knowledgeable and qualified nursing leader with extensive experience at Gardner Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, excelling in quality improvement and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in developing effective nursing protocols and enhancing patient care through multidisciplinary collaboration. Strong educator and mentor, committed to fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement in healthcare delivery.
Professional nursing leader prepared for advanced responsibilities in healthcare management. Proven ability to drive patient care excellence and improve operational efficiency. Strong focus on collaborative team leadership and adaptable to changing environments. Skilled in strategic planning, staff development, and regulatory compliance, consistently delivering impactful results.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Nursing
Gardner Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
11.2020 - 12.2025
- Guided and educated nursing staff to ensure understanding and compliance with healthcare regulations and quality standards.
- Developed and implemented nursing protocols that improved patient outcomes and care efficiency.
- Managed staffing schedules, optimizing nurse-patient ratios for enhanced care delivery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create individualized patient care plans and interventions.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Monitored patient care metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
Director of Nursing
Wachusett Manor Nursing Center
03.2014 - 11.2020
- Led interdisciplinary teams in the coordination of patient care plans, promoting collaborative practice.
- Increased compliance with regulatory standards through regular audits and ongoing process improvements.
- 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.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
Nursing Educator
Mount Wachusett Community College
08.2010 - 07.2014
- Developed and implemented nursing curricula aligned with accreditation standards.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating real-life examples and case studies in nursing education.
- Mentored nursing students through hands-on clinical practice experiences.
- Evaluated student performance and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with faculty to integrate technology into nursing education programs.
- Established partnerships with healthcare organizations for student clinical placements.
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Health Alliance Hospital
06.2005 - 06.2009
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical team.
- Administered medications and managed IV therapies per physician orders.
- Handled a high volume of complex patients by prioritizing tasks and effectively delegating responsibilities to other team members, resulting in efficient patient care.
- Contributed to a high standard of care through ongoing professional development and staying current on best practices in cardiac nursing.
- Skillfully managed acute symptoms presented by patients experiencing chest pain or dysrhythmia, resulting in prompt medical intervention when necessary.
Medical/Radiation Oncology Registered Nurse
UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus
05.2007 - 04.2009
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Administered chemotherapy and supportive care medications to oncology patients, ensuring adherence to protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for complex cancer cases.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, side effects, and self-care strategies for better health outcomes.
- Maintained accurate and detailed documentation of patient assessments, interventions, progress notes, and discharge planning activities in electronic medical records systems.
- Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Curry College
Milton, MA06-1999
Skills
- Nurse education and training
- Leadership and guidance
- EQuality improvement
- First aid and CPR
- Strong work ethic
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Regulatory requirements
- Patient care management
- Performance monitoring
- Medicare compliance
- Utilization management
- Facility oversight
Certification
- Infection Preventionist : CDC
- CPR/BLS
- Dementia Care Certified
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Gardner Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
11.2020 - 12.2025
Director of Nursing
Wachusett Manor Nursing Center
03.2014 - 11.2020
Nursing Educator
Mount Wachusett Community College
08.2010 - 07.2014
Medical/Radiation Oncology Registered Nurse
UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus
05.2007 - 04.2009
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Health Alliance Hospital
06.2005 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Curry College