Linda Barry
Mount Barker,SA
Summary
Qualified Registered Nurse Manager brings background in managing and maintaining facility operations. Offers strong safety record and attention to detail. Methodical about checking work and correcting concerns. Organized and dependable person, successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. I am seeking a position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Facility Manager
Infin8Care
10.2022 - Current
- Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services.
- Evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety and health regulations compliance.
- Enhanced safety standards by conducting regular facility inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Coordinated with hotel services to keep site clean and presentable for occupants.
- Oversaw finances and made recommendations to reach or exceed budget in unforeseen circumstances.
- Conducted regular audits to maintain compliance with regulations, standards and company policies, mitigating potential risks.
- Conducted inspections of site, external structure, systems and equipment.
- Maintained inventory and ordered supplies to keep facility resources readily available.
- Liaised with vendors to maintain equipment warranties, ensuring timely repairs or replacements when needed.
- Coordinated with vendors and contractors to arrange services and repairs to be completed on time and to desired quality levels.
- Implemented inventory control systems to track supplies effectively, reducing waste while maintaining optimal stock levels.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts during crises, effectively mitigating damage and prioritizing safety for all occupants.
- Monitored electricity, gas and water systems for proper function to minimize costs.
- Improved facility efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance programs and optimizing resource allocation.
- Streamlined operations, coordinating with multiple departments to ensure seamless facility management processes.
- Contributed to organizational growth by supporting the onboarding of new employees and ensuring they had a comfortable work environment.
- Handled resident relations by addressing complaints and concerns quickly to promote facility satisfaction.
- Optimized space utilization in the facility by redesigning layouts and recommending adjustments based on changing organizational needs.
- Championed workplace health initiatives, creating a culture of wellness that contributed to higher employee engagement levels.
- Boosted employee satisfaction with well-maintained workspaces and prompt resolution of maintenance requests.
- Managed security and access control by overseeing surveillance camera, alarm and card access systems for facility safety and security.
- Managed parking and transportation systems by monitoring parking areas and transport services to promote easy accessibility for occupants.
- Prepared reports and schedules with accuracy.
- Held classes to assist with staff development and training.
Residential Manager
Catholic Healthcare
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Oversaw daily operations within the facility, ensuring that all tasks were completed accurately and on time.
- Coordinated staff schedules efficiently, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, identifying areas for improvement and developing targeted action plans accordingly.
- Improved resident satisfaction by addressing concerns and implementing necessary changes in residential programs.
- Provided exceptional leadership during emergency situations, coordinating staff response efforts effectively to ensure resident safety.
- Developed strong relationships with local community organizations to enhance the quality of life for residents.
- Enhanced communication with residents'' families through regular updates and open lines of communication.
- Continuously sought opportunities to improve the overall quality of life within the facility by staying informed on industry trends and best practices in residential care management.
Diagnostic Clinician
Health Generation
08.2019 - 10.2021
- Health Generation is an aged care consulting practice supporting aged care organisations across Australia with quality, compliance, clinical and financial challenges including ACFI
- The role encompassed, management roles and responsibilities, ACFI implementation and maximising funding, coaching clinical teams, detailing, creating, developing and implementing proactive strategies to manage the clinical and the financial operations of Residential Aged Care facilities across NSW.
Care Manager
Moran Group
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Covering 3 sites for the Group, Engadine, Kellyville & Sylvania
- Conducting and completing ACFI for all sites
- All documentation completed to a high standard that is compliant with relevant legislation
- The role included conducting and completing ACFI and clinical service tasks in accordance with policies and procedures to achieve optimal outcomes
- Also included ACFI pack risk audits, coaching, assisting Moran sites to optimise their ACFI funding and ensuring expectations are exceeded.
ACFI Specialist
Provider Assist
09.2017 - 08.2018
- Conducting and completing ACFI and associated clinical services and tasks to achieve optimal outcomes for clients and maintain a high level of customer service ensuring that client expectations are exceeded
- Documentation is prepared to a high professional standard that complies with legislation
- A complete and current knowledge of ACFI and residential aged care is maintained and is shared with clients along with clinical knowledge and skills
- Liaising with clients to ensure that they have a clear understanding of the ACFI process and progress
- Actively participating in continuous improvement process to enhance the delivery process and outcomes for our clients
- ACFI specialists are on site as reinforcement and influencer to help facilities to maximise funding to maintain provision of excellent quality care for residents
- Specialists explain, mentor and coach staff to clarify the purpose of ACFI.
Deputy Director of Nursing
Tallwood's Aged Care
01.2017 - 09.2017
- Working closely with residents, staff and families my role encompasses the delivery of effective care services, person centred care and contributes to making the residents life more meaningful
- Responsibilities include interview, hire, and train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; reward and discipline employees; address complaints and resolve problems
- I held the overall responsibility for the assessment, planning, delivery and monitoring of all care
- The role provides clinical support, guidance, mentorship and advice to clinical staff
- I worked closely with all other areas in the identification of best practice and quality initiatives across the facility.
Registered Nurse
Baptist Care, Gracehaven
01.2014 - 01.2017
- My role here included planning and coordinating the ACFI process to ensure that ACFI submissions are lodged in a timely, accurate, appropriate manner and funding opportunities are maximised
- I managed Care Planning to ensure documentation met policy & standards
- The role involved initiation of meaningful tours for potential residents and their families and managing the waitlist to ensure occupancy exceeds KPI
- As a member of the management team at Gracehaven my responsibilities included ongoing development of continuous improvement, site audits, staff & stakeholder engagement, education and ensuring we exceed standards and outcomes
- I was an active participant in many of the focus groups within Baptistcare & was able to initiate a memory support group to further enable residents with cognitive difficulties and to support staff
- The aim of the memory support group was to restore function and enhance potential of those residents with a memory loss by focusing on task breakdown and sequencing, with cueing support as needed
- The focus group assists staff and volunteers in their caring role by offering support, tools and hands on guidance
- In July 2015 I was privileged to accept a fellowship with La Trobe University to establish a better response to behavioural and psychological symptoms of Dementia (BPSD)
- The project’s purpose was to engage residents with dementia in life & living with a focus on creating an environment that is full of meaning and purpose using the Montessori Method
- Following successful completion of the project I published an article in Australian Journal of Dementia Care, Vol 6 April/May 2017, ‘Creating a world with meaning and purpose’.
Education
Extramural study towards Graduate Diploma, Psychology major, papers included Psychology of Aging -
Massey University
Registered Nurse -
01.2013
Extramural study towards Master of Nursing, Primary Health Care Nursing & Leadership in Nursing -
Massey University
01.2008
Master in Business Administration -
Massey University
01.2000
New Zealand Registered and Obstetric Nurse -
Auckland School of Nursing
01.1978
Skills
- Leadership and supervision
- Planning and scheduling
- Cost-reduction methods
- Building Maintenance
- Performance Evaluations
- Budget Administration
- Employee Hiring
- Personnel Oversight
- Emergency Preparedness
- Presentation
- Team Leadership
Training
- 06/2017 - 08/2017, Certificate in Dementia Support, TAFE NSW
- 06/2017, Food Safety Supervisor Certificate, TAFE NSW
- 11/2014, Understanding Dementia Course, University of Tasmania, 12 weeks
- 04/2013, Re-entry to register, program for Registered Nurses, Institute of Health & Nursing Australia, 320 hours
- 2001, Assessor Training, The Open Polytechnic, 4098, 4099
Timeline
Facility Manager
Infin8Care
10.2022 - Current
Residential Manager
Catholic Healthcare
11.2021 - 09.2022
Diagnostic Clinician
Health Generation
08.2019 - 10.2021
Care Manager
Moran Group
08.2018 - 08.2019
ACFI Specialist
Provider Assist
09.2017 - 08.2018
Deputy Director of Nursing
Tallwood's Aged Care
01.2017 - 09.2017
Registered Nurse
Baptist Care, Gracehaven
01.2014 - 01.2017
Extramural study towards Graduate Diploma, Psychology major, papers included Psychology of Aging -
Massey University
Registered Nurse -
Extramural study towards Master of Nursing, Primary Health Care Nursing & Leadership in Nursing -
Massey University
Master in Business Administration -
Massey University
New Zealand Registered and Obstetric Nurse -
Auckland School of Nursing
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