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Kristi M. Copson

Wakefield

Summary

Healthcare leader with extensive experience in policy writing and patient care coordination at Artis Senior Living. Demonstrated success in clinical training and regulatory compliance, enhancing team collaboration and quality assurance. Skilled in conflict resolution, driving improvements in patient outcomes and staff performance through innovative engagement initiatives.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Health and Wellness

Artis Senior Living
Lexington
01.2024 - Current
  • Spearheaded nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care and services.
  • Developed compliant nursing policies and procedures to ensure regulatory adherence.
  • Collaborated with medical team to enhance treatment plans and improve patient outcomes.
  • Oversaw recruitment, training, and performance evaluations of nursing personnel.
  • Conducted regular audits to ensure strict adherence to safety protocols.
  • Provided clinical direction to nursing staff, ensuring timely delivery of quality care.

Instructor

Health and Home Care Training Center
Wakefield
12.2019 - 12.2023
  • Designed comprehensive lesson plans for Certified Nursing Assistant training courses.
  • Delivered hands-on training in clinical and classroom environments.
  • Evaluated student performance through practical assessments and written examinations.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations and accreditation standards for training programs.
  • Mentored aspiring CNAs, providing guidance on essential skills and career growth.
  • Collaborated with healthcare facilities to secure clinical placements for students.
  • Updated curriculum materials to align with current industry practices and standards.

License Practical Nurse

Best Home Care
Wakefield
01.2017 - 12.2019
  • Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to clinical protocols.
  • Coordinated patient care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
  • Trained and mentored new nurses on best practices and procedures.
  • Developed educational materials for ongoing nurse training programs.
  • Administered prescribed medications and treatments as directed by healthcare providers.

License Practical Nurse

All Care VNA & Hospice
Lynn
01.2014 - 12.2017
  • Oversaw field operations of HHA staff to ensure adherence to protocols.
  • Conducted private pay nursing visits, providing essential patient care.
  • Performed required patient assessments to evaluate health status.
  • Educated HHA staff on best practices and operational standards.
  • Trained new hires on company procedures and field expectations.
  • Supervised, coordinated, and scheduled activities of field team members for efficiency.

License Practical Nurse

Whittier Health Care
Topsfield
01.2012 - 12.2015
  • Oversaw nursing staff and certified nursing assistants on 41-bed sub-acute rehab unit.
  • Administered medications and performed required patient assessments.
  • Provided end-of-life care with compassion and dignity.
  • Coordinated effective patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
  • Implemented infection control protocols to ensure a safe healthcare environment.
  • Collaborated with physicians to develop care plans for complex cases.
  • Conducted staff training sessions to enhance best practices and compliance.

License Practical Nurse

Northeast ARC
Danvers
01.2011 - 12.2012
  • Lead program nurse for an adult dayhab for adults with disabilities. Routine duties include:
  • Personal care
  • Medication administration
  • Nursing notes (daily, monthly quarterly, annual) for all patients
  • Correspond with families and doctors regarding patient care plans
  • Run safety awareness groups

License Practical Nurse

Sun Healthcare
Danvers
01.2009 - 12.2011
  • Responsible for the care of 20 geriatric patients through the direct supervision of CANs encompassing:
  • Dispensing of medications
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Wound care / application of dressings
  • Insertion of catheters
  • Oxygen therapy
  • Coordinated with physicians regarding implementation of medication and treatment plans
  • Administer control narcotics assuming full responsibility of possession of keys.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Home Healthcare
Woburn
01.2007 - 12.2010
  • Provided private homecare nursing services to a dependant paraplegic.
  • Duties include maintenance of a patent catheter, illiostomy, wound VAC dressing, multiple complex dressings and diabetes education, Hoyer lift utilization and medication administration.

Education

Wound Care Specialty Certification -

Wound Care Education Institute
Boston, MA
01.2011

Certificate of Practical Nursing -

Shawsheen Valley School of Nursing
Billercia, MA
01.2007

High School Diploma -

North Quincy High School
Quincy, MA
01.2001

Skills

  • Policy writing
  • Patient care coordination
  • Clinical training and development
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Quality assurance and improvement
  • Team leadership and collaboration
  • Conflict resolution strategies
  • Problem solving techniques
  • Employee engagement initiatives

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Director of Health and Wellness

Artis Senior Living
01.2024 - Current

Instructor

Health and Home Care Training Center
12.2019 - 12.2023

License Practical Nurse

Best Home Care
01.2017 - 12.2019

License Practical Nurse

All Care VNA & Hospice
01.2014 - 12.2017

License Practical Nurse

Whittier Health Care
01.2012 - 12.2015

License Practical Nurse

Northeast ARC
01.2011 - 12.2012

License Practical Nurse

Sun Healthcare
01.2009 - 12.2011

Licensed Practical Nurse

Home Healthcare
01.2007 - 12.2010

Wound Care Specialty Certification -

Wound Care Education Institute

Certificate of Practical Nursing -

Shawsheen Valley School of Nursing

High School Diploma -

North Quincy High School

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