Successful leader of post-acute organizations in the provision of skilled nursing, rehabilitation, assisted living, memory, home health and hospice caring. Currently partnering with The Fox Group, providing guidance and generating market studies and financial feasibility analysis for possible ALF and SNF sites. Recently directed the operational development of Complex Care Units for the medically complex, including acquired brain and spinal cord injuries, cardiopulmonary, neuromuscular disease… Show more Successful leader of post-acute organizations in the provision of skilled nursing, rehabilitation, assisted living, memory, home health and hospice caring. Currently partnering with The Fox Group, providing guidance and generating market studies and financial feasibility analysis for possible ALF and SNF sites. Recently directed the operational development of Complex Care Units for the medically complex, including acquired brain and spinal cord injuries, cardiopulmonary, neuromuscular disease treatment, and complex orthopedics. Team cultivator, turnaround specialist with strong track record of financial growth and enhanced operational performance. Show less

Provided leadership and direction to the Orange County Sheriff's Department's Search and Rescue Unit. Past Operations Commander directing/instructing the Technical Rescue and Air Operations team with specialties in Alpine, Mountain, Swift Water, Technical Rock and Heavy Rescue. Mountain Rescue Association evaluator. K9 Trainer/handler. Experienced IC/Op's Chief in high-profile searches, CalEMA Search Manager. Sworn Level II. 28 years24,000 volunteer hoursConducted 300+ ground… Show more Provided leadership and direction to the Orange County Sheriff's Department's Search and Rescue Unit. Past Operations Commander directing/instructing the Technical Rescue and Air Operations team with specialties in Alpine, Mountain, Swift Water, Technical Rock and Heavy Rescue. Mountain Rescue Association evaluator. K9 Trainer/handler. Experienced IC/Op's Chief in high-profile searches, CalEMA Search Manager. Sworn Level II. 28 years24,000 volunteer hoursConducted 300+ ground searches112 HRD K9 searches (11 finds)100+ BH K9 searches17 years K9 handler14 years Technical Rescue lead10 years patrol2 years SRT2 years Department ChaplainIncident Commander of largest search in Orange County history. Managed 4 aircraft, 14 agencies, 339 shifts (+2,700 hours), 600 convergent volunteers. Successfully located / rescued two missing subjects. Awarded 2014 Medal of Merit.Member of the Sheriff's Response Team (SRT).Chaplain, OC Sheriff's Chaplain Unit Show less

Start up company placing Complex Care Units within free-standing SNF, managing complex care and rehabilitation needs, including TBI, complex stroke, vents, spinal cord rehabilitation. Two adult units in Chicago and St Louis and one Pediatric location in Orange County.

Experienced provider of management leadership to Senior Living operations (Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, Memory Care, Hospice, Home Health and Rehabilitation). Team cultivator, turnaround specialist with strong track record of financial growth and enhanced operational performance. Experienced in multi-site operations and interacting with the California Department of Social Services and Department of Health Services.A high energy person who leads from the front, enjoys… Show more Experienced provider of management leadership to Senior Living operations (Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, Memory Care, Hospice, Home Health and Rehabilitation). Team cultivator, turnaround specialist with strong track record of financial growth and enhanced operational performance. Experienced in multi-site operations and interacting with the California Department of Social Services and Department of Health Services.A high energy person who leads from the front, enjoys educating and never stops learning. Show less

Recruited on a 24-month contract to provide leadership and assist in restructuring the organization which had escalating financial losses over the previous four years. Established strategic plan and executed tactical plans including key performance indicators in operational areas, and the restructuring and closing of low performing business lines. Initiated personnel restructuring in management and clinical services, and changes to the EMR system support for Hospice operations. Launched an… Show more Recruited on a 24-month contract to provide leadership and assist in restructuring the organization which had escalating financial losses over the previous four years. Established strategic plan and executed tactical plans including key performance indicators in operational areas, and the restructuring and closing of low performing business lines. Initiated personnel restructuring in management and clinical services, and changes to the EMR system support for Hospice operations. Launched an employee communication / education program and employee recognition initiative to improve employee morale. Maintained monthly relationship with Board of Directors to facilitate operational updates and strategic initiatives. During the final 12 months, experienced a 43% reduction in turnover and increased revenue by 59% or $8.5M with NOI from ($858) to $1.2M. • Assisted in the design and programming of new 119 bed Assisted Living Facility. Show less

Directed the operations of five businesses ($17M Rev) which were part of a not-for-profit organization, including SNF, ALF, and ALZ. Developed strategic plans for each business and built leadership teams to execute. Facilitated the sale of four of business lines for the Board of Directors, generating enough profit for the organizations mission to perpetuate. Inherited a de-certification action of 99-bed Skilled Nursing which had FY03 revenue of $5.4M, EBITDA (208k). Developed strategic… Show more Directed the operations of five businesses ($17M Rev) which were part of a not-for-profit organization, including SNF, ALF, and ALZ. Developed strategic plans for each business and built leadership teams to execute. Facilitated the sale of four of business lines for the Board of Directors, generating enough profit for the organizations mission to perpetuate. Inherited a de-certification action of 99-bed Skilled Nursing which had FY03 revenue of $5.4M, EBITDA (208k). Developed strategic plan and initiated immediate action plan. Hired key leadership, instituted key performance indicators for all operational components, established relationship with DHS personnel and supervisor, initiated employee recognition program and cultivated family involvement within the site. Passed DHS resurvey and stabilized daily operations. Established marketing strategy, cultivated relationships within community. FY09 revenue $8.4M, EBITA $1.3M. Show less