Melissa L. Dinsmore, RRT, MPH, CHEP, CCCC
Adult Care Home Operator
Pending - NHA
2439 N. Vinegate Court, Wichita, KS 67226
Email: melissadinsmore@mac.com
Cell: 316-516-4388
I have recently begun seeking an intentional career path. I desire to work within an environment
that rewards excellence with a senior leader who is a high performer. I have repeatedly
demonstrated value to my former organization, Susan B. Allen Memorial Hospital (SBAMH)
through exemplary program development.
Due to the care my aged parents received and the very difficult decisions that were made, I
became passionate about the need to provide evidence-based, personal care within a continuing
care environment.
Although not a Registered Nurse, I have an extensive clinical background as a Registered
Respiratory Therapist and frequently have written comprehensive nursing administrative and
clinical policies, protocols and educational materials. I have led Nursing departments through
QAPI initiatives and led organizational change including cardiac, pulmonary, infection control,
safety and emergency preparedness. I am a Servant leader who coaches with confidence, high
expectations, common sense and enthusiasm.
My enclosed resume highlights a few of my top achievements. I have completed my AIT
internship at Wichita Presbyterian Manor this month and will take the NAB Exam in April.
Thank you in advance in reviewing my resume.
Sincerely,
Melissa L. Dinsmore
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Melissa L. Dinsmore, RRT, MPH, CHEP, CCCC
2439 N. Vinegate Court, Wichita, KS 67226
Email: melissadinsmore@mac.com
Cell: 316-516-4388
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Certified Adult Care Home Operator. Recently completed Administrator-in-Training and
applying for temporary license for Nursing Home Administration. Highly motivated healthcare
professional with 25+ years of experience of current and progressive professional development.
Able to meet challenging deadlines both individually and as part of or leader of a team. Adept at
overcoming obstacles and implementing organizational change. Skilled at directing large-scale
healthcare initiatives. Certified Cardiovascular Center Coordinator and Certified Healthcare
Emergency Professional.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ADMINSTRATOR-IN-TRAINING
Presbyterian Manor – Wichita
ADMIN PROJECT DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
Susan B. Allen Memorial Hospital, El Dorado, KS
September 2013 – January 2014
February 2005 - August 2012
Implemented, developed and retained operational oversight of the following large-scale
initiatives:
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Cycle IV Chest Pain Center – Fully accredited through the Society of Chest Pain Centers.
Certified Cardiovascular Care Coordinator, May 2012. Chest Pain Center Committee Chair.
Responsible for administrative, clinical, marketing, educational and quality initiatives.
Performed gap analysis, identified key areas of improvement, directed committee members,
managed project plan and provided nursing best practices for implementation. Liaison for
local, regional and state STEMI network.
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Flinthills Orthopaedics – Hospital-based Physician practice. A progressive orthopedic
surgeon's office specializing in spine and pediatric surgery. Clinic supervisor of 6 staff
members with 2 Providers. Assisted with permanent residency status for physician, selection
of new employees, termination, and staff training in utilizing EHR, business functions and
medical assisting.
Emergency Preparedness Program - In accordance with The Joint Commission Standard,
OSHA and CDC. Hospital representative for Kansas Adjutant General's Commission on
Emergency Planning and Response (CEPR). Certified Healthcare Emergency Professional,
May 2012. HAZWOPER Operations level Trainer for 25-member medical decontamination
team. Certification as FEMA Hospital Emergency Response Trainer. Responsible for grant
applications, management, policy development, exercise design and performance.
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Conducted various employee training through computer-based learning events, tabletop,
functional and full-scale exercises with community partners in accordance with Homeland
Security Exercise and Evaluation Program. Organized and conducted community Influenza
clinics, wrote after-action-report and improvement plans.
Development and implementation of large multi-specialty Clinic practices including
Neurology, Cardiology, Urology, and Orthopedics.
Additional large-scale projects included:
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Coordination of a 50-bed, patient room renovation project. Served as liaison between project
managers throughout the two-year completion process.
Developed and facilitated hospital-wide employee health fair.
Conducted annual Press-Ganey Employee partnership survey process including workgroup
management, marketing, facilitation, follow-up and process improvement.
RESPIRATORY CARE/NEUROLOGY/CARDIAC REHAB
June 2001 - Feb 2005
Previous experience included full range of acute respiratory care services after achieving
Certification in 1986.
PULMONARY INTERVENTIONS, INC
June 2000 – Feb 2005
Clinical and Educational Consultant Group that assisted hospitals and clinics across the U.S. in
developing outpatient Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation programs.
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Expert in the development and implementation of departmental operations and conducting
comprehensive workshops.
Expert in professional training of educational lectures for public and patient. Topics included
reimbursement, pharmacology, activity programs, anatomy and physiology, nutrition, stress
management, depression, and activities of daily living with chronic disease.
MPH PRACTICUM
Nov 1999 - April 2000
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Examined and facilitated the development of an integrated and coordinated approach to
reducing the burden of cancer in the state of Kansas. Partnership achieved with CDC, KDHE
and professional individuals throughout Kansas.
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Authored “Kansas Cancer Partnership”, a comprehensive document outlining findings and
recommendations of a state cancer plan in conjunction with CDC and KDHE.
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
Jan 1999 to Nov 1999
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Accountable for the development of Susan B. Allen Dialysis Center.
Authored key policies and procedures of the Dialysis Center.
Assured program compliance with regulation and accreditation agencies.
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Planned operation of new programs by establishing budgets, goals & objectives.
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CARDIOPULMONARY REHABILITATION FACILITATOR
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Oct 1996 - Jan 1999
Developed and implemented an exemplary Cardiopulmonary Health Promotion Program.
Provided administrative direction resulting in the attainment of revenue and profit targets.
Complete operational responsibility that included labor management, utilization, hiring,
training and continuous quality improvement issues.
Developed policy and procedure manual according to local, state and national guidelines.
REGISTERED RESPIRATORY THERAPIST
Nov 1990 - Oct 1996
Extensive experience as a Therapist providing care to pediatric, adult and geriatric populations in
acute care and rehabilitation settings. Detailed work history available upon request.
EDUCATION – Wichita State University, Wichita, KS
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Master of Public Health 3.8 GPA
Bachelor of Health Science (Magna cum Laude) 4.0 GPA
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Certified Respiratory Therapist
December 2000
December 1997
December 1992
December 1986
AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS
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Hospital Representative for KDEM Adjutant General Commission on Emergency Planning
and Response (CEPR) 2007 - 2012.
Hospital Preparedness Grant Advisory Committee (PGAC) 2007 - 2012.
Proficient in Grant application and management.
MOKSACVPR Outstanding Member Recognition Award, 2004. President, 2006-2006.
KSBN Health Educator - Provider #LT0231-1238 during Pulmonary Interventions operation.
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Author of “Kansas Cancer Partnership”, culmination of MPH Practicum experience, 2000.
Graduated Magna cum Laude from WSU, 1997.
Kansas Respiratory Care Society's Outstanding Respiratory Therapist of the Year, 1993.
EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATIONS
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Numerous State/National professional presentations on a variety of topics. 1997 – Present.
Skilled in leading discussion-based exercises. Skilled in designing HSEEP compliant
functional and full-scale emergency preparedness exercises with after-action-reports and
improvement plans.
ORGANIZATIONS
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Kansas Adult Care Executive (KACE)
Kansas Health Care Association/Kansas Center for Assisted Living (KHCA/KCAL)
Society of Chest Pain Centers (SCPC) 2010 to present.
International Board for Certification of Safety Managers 2010 to present.
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American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) 1978 to present.