Kat Jacobs, Msc, Lssbb Email & Phone Number

Saint Thomas, On, Ca

St Thomas, Ontario, Canada

St Thomas, Ontario, Canada

Enabled significant improvements in the emergency department over four months by collaboratively implementing a PDCA-driven improvement in the triage process, resulting in a 41% reduction in overall Physician Initial Assessment (PIA) times and a 47% reduction for CTAS 3 patients.Facilitates and coaches staff through 5S projects to achieve substantial enhancements in operational efficiency, including notable reductions in errors and rework, faster turnaround times, and streamlined… Show more Enabled significant improvements in the emergency department over four months by collaboratively implementing a PDCA-driven improvement in the triage process, resulting in a 41% reduction in overall Physician Initial Assessment (PIA) times and a 47% reduction for CTAS 3 patients.Facilitates and coaches staff through 5S projects to achieve substantial enhancements in operational efficiency, including notable reductions in errors and rework, faster turnaround times, and streamlined workflows.Uses innovative insights that enable staff to rethink and deconstruct complex problems into specific and achievable targets.Successfully designed and trained leaders, executives and board members on a customized Shingo Model-based training program at STEGH to strategically align systems with core principles to foster a dynamic culture of continuous improvement.Redesigned and adeptly led the Lean Yellow Belt training program for staff and leaders, effectively cultivating organizational capacity to drive efficiency improvements, error reduction, and the delivery of high-quality outputs.Provides insight and knowledge on how to break down complex processes and problems into specific achievable objectives by facilitating training and/or brainstorming sessions.Striving toward operational excellence through principle-focused work, impacting behaviours and implementing tools and systems that improve quality, reduce errors, and generate high-quality outputs. Show less

London, Ontario, Canada

Program manager (Impact Program, Car Seat Program, LHSC Safe Infant Sleep Program, Home Safety Program, Stop the Bleed) working in collaboration with multidisciplinary partners both within the hospital (Clinical Educators, Physicians, Leadership) and Region (Ministry of Transportation, MLHU, Western University, Fanshawe College, Southwestern Ontario School Boards).Design, monitor and evaluate Quality Improvement projects, such as patient falls evaluation project, with the goal of… Show more Program manager (Impact Program, Car Seat Program, LHSC Safe Infant Sleep Program, Home Safety Program, Stop the Bleed) working in collaboration with multidisciplinary partners both within the hospital (Clinical Educators, Physicians, Leadership) and Region (Ministry of Transportation, MLHU, Western University, Fanshawe College, Southwestern Ontario School Boards).Design, monitor and evaluate Quality Improvement projects, such as patient falls evaluation project, with the goal of reducing the incidence of in-patient falls by performing root cause analysis in collaboration with the unit's nurse practitioner and unit manager.Engage stakeholders in presentations and reports for grants (up to $170,000) to further support programs, while also supporting and acting as a resource for surrounding hospitals for procurement of grants to start up programming.Responsible for onboarding and training associates to maintain the program’s efficiency and excellence.Assists in the planning and coordination of the annual Talk Trauma conference through procurement of services/vendors and leading marketing aspects through creative design.Active member on external committees including: London-Middlesex Road Safety Committee, Helmets on Kids, and Canadian Collaborating Centre for Injury Prevention. Show less

London, On

Conduct environmental scans and collect data (Car seat error rates, Falls Prevention data, quarterly trauma data trends) and draft initial reports and/or project proposals for review by leadership.Disseminate education and resources to patients and community members as well as to staff and surrounding hospitals through training, presentations and/or the creation of materials (infographics, posters, presentations).Responsible for creating, implementing, and enabling clinical… Show more Conduct environmental scans and collect data (Car seat error rates, Falls Prevention data, quarterly trauma data trends) and draft initial reports and/or project proposals for review by leadership.Disseminate education and resources to patients and community members as well as to staff and surrounding hospitals through training, presentations and/or the creation of materials (infographics, posters, presentations).Responsible for creating, implementing, and enabling clinical staff on LHSC Safe Infant Sleep program, resulting in a nationally accredited certification.Accomplishments: Speaker at the Talk Trauma Conference 2019; Hospital-Wide Safe Infant Sleep Initiative 2020 Show less

London, Canada Area

Execute treatment plans with respect to individual patient requirements underthe supervision of licensed physiotherapists. Monitor, instruct, and assisted patients as they perform exercises and functional activities. Coordinate patient appointments, health information, and insurance verification.

London, Canada Area

Anatomy of the Human Body (KIN 3222) from January 2018 to April 2018.Laboratory in Exercise Physiology (KIN 3330) from September 2017 to December 2017Physical Growth & Motor Development (KIN 3347) from January 2017 to April 2017Introduction to Biomechanics (KIN 2241) from Sept 2016-December 2016Responsible for interacting and aiding in student learning through lectures and tutorials, as well as grading major assignments and proctoring examinations. Guest Lecture:… Show more Anatomy of the Human Body (KIN 3222) from January 2018 to April 2018.Laboratory in Exercise Physiology (KIN 3330) from September 2017 to December 2017Physical Growth & Motor Development (KIN 3347) from January 2017 to April 2017Introduction to Biomechanics (KIN 2241) from Sept 2016-December 2016Responsible for interacting and aiding in student learning through lectures and tutorials, as well as grading major assignments and proctoring examinations. Guest Lecture: "Social & Cultural Constraints in Motor Development" (KIN 3347) in March 2017. Show less

University Students' Council At Western University

The Early Outreach Conference aims to equip its Grade 7/8 delegates with real life skills, tools and information that will help them make educated decisions about their futures. By doing so, the conference works to combat social issues that serve as barriers to post-secondary education. In my role as a Leadership Developer, I was able to contribute the following:- Responsible for the encouragement and wellbeing of a group of Grade 7/8 delegates throughout the course of the conference… Show more The Early Outreach Conference aims to equip its Grade 7/8 delegates with real life skills, tools and information that will help them make educated decisions about their futures. By doing so, the conference works to combat social issues that serve as barriers to post-secondary education. In my role as a Leadership Developer, I was able to contribute the following:- Responsible for the encouragement and wellbeing of a group of Grade 7/8 delegates throughout the course of the conference. This included offering conflict resolution tactics, fostering confidence and self-image, and facilitating dialogue between group members- Work as a part of the LD team at large to create a supportive and fun atmosphere throughout the conference - Worked closely with a fellow LD to establish a well working partnership - Continued to represent the Conferences values of compassion, cooperation, and enthusiasm Show less

Master Of Science - Ms, Kinesiology And Exercise Science

Activities and Societies: Western Women's Varsity Hockey Team (August 2016 to March 2017). Conferences Abstracts Jacobs, K., Woehrle, E..

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Honours, Kinesiology And Exercise Science

Activities and Societies: Western Women's Hockey (2012-present), Early Outreach Conference, Sport Western Camps