Denise Graves, RN, MBA

513 North Fourth | Chenoa, Illinois 61726 | Ph. 815.715.6188 | Gravesdenise@Hotmail.com

Objectives: Training Professional - Independent Contractor

Nursing Home Administrator

Client and Internal Training – Key Note Speaker

Director of Nursing

■ Training and Development Leadership ■ Project Planning & Goal Attainment

■ Superior Presentation Skills ■ Virtual and Face-to-Face Team Leadership &
■ Corporate & Sponsor Relations Collaboration
■ Oral and Written Communication Skills ■ SOP & Regulatory Compliance
■ Program Development ■ Quality & Safety
Professional and Clinical Highlights
Extended Care Clinical, LLC ■ Chicago, Illinois ■ 2009-present
ADON, Director of Nursing, Assistant Administrator
Provided administrative direction, assured that adequate staffing resources were available, and maintained quality patient care by
monitoring clinical performance. Resolved operational difficulties that crossed departmental or functional lines, and provided
direction to clinical and administrative personnel. Selected Highlights:
■ Extensive experience in Long-Term Care throughout entire career in roles including Charge Nurse, Preceptor,
Educator, Regulatory and Compliance Manager, Consulting, Assistant Director of Nursing, Director of Nursing and Assistant
Administrator.
■ Dynamic senior -level management skills including planning, organizing, coordinating, evaluating and directing overall
facility operations including, but not limited to the nursing service department, in accordance with all federal, state, and local
standards, guidelines and regulations.
■ Ensures the highest standards of delivery of customer-focused care at all times, through compliance and regulatory issues,
internal auditing of comprehensive documentation and performance accountability, education and training.

Livingston Area Career Center - Pontiac, Illinois ■ 2002-2009

Nurse Educator, Health Science Technology
Lead instructor focusing on emergency medicine and long-term care education, working with 1,000+ students to date while
facilitating CNA and EMT programs. Cultivate relationships with internal and external stakeholders in the local healthcare
community, often fielding regulatory queries and liaising between the school and facility. Author all program content for the
school website, utilizing as a recruitment and retention tool. Manage adjunct faculty, ensuring each is aware of program
objectives, methodologies, and opportunities to increase student engagement. Selected Highlights:
■ Increased program budget by 300% and secured donations for supplies and equipment, by cultivating corporate
relationships and securing sponsorships that far exceeded state-mandated budget.
■ Promote regulatory compliance, serving as a subject matter expert to schools, clinical sites, and the Illinois
Department of Health, in managing the dissemination of regulatory compliance issues, changes, and actions.

OSF Saint James Medical Center - Pontiac, Illinois ■ 1992-2006

Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse, & Team Leader
Ensured the effective and timely provision of patient care in Emergency, Obstetrics, and Med/Surg and Skilled Nursing
environments. Provided comprehensive nursing care to patients of all ages, leading the assessment, planning, implementation, and
evaluation of the patients’ status, plan of care, and goal achievement. Collaborated with physicians and all other members of the
medical team when caring for patients, submitting complete and thorough reports. Selected Highlights:
■ Served as a role model and provided clinical consultation and education for the members of multidisciplinary
teams related to nursing care, expected patient outcomes, and resource availability, holding charge nurse and team
leader responsibilities in Obstetrics, Med/Surg and Skilled Nursing Departments.
■ Showcased knowledge of nursing theory, techniques, principles, and practice in order to holistically care for
patients while reporting any changes in their condition and following up with proper documentation.
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Ph. 815.715.6188 ■ Gravesdenise@hotmail.com

Academic Background

Franklin University ■ Columbus, Ohio

Master of Business Administration – June 2009
President’s List | GPA 3.87
Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management, Magna Cum Laude – 2006

Heartland Community College ■ Normal, Illinois

Associate of Science in Nursing – 1996

Licensure & Certifications

Illinois Supplemental Nursing Home Administrator License – July 2009
National Nursing Home Administrator License – May 2009
Advanced Cardiac Life Support – 2005
Registered Nurse (RN), State of Illinois – 1996
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), State of Illinois – 1995

Affiliations

Illinois Healthcare Association (IHCA)

National Association of EMS Educators (NAEMSE)

Illinois HOSA Board of Directors, Local HOSA Chapter Advisor

March of Dimes Annual “WalkAmerica” fundraiser
Local Chapter Mission Chairperson & Company Team Captain – 1998

St. Jude’s, ACS Relay for Life, Alzheimer’s Association, Autism Speaks, & Caring Pregnancy Center
Volunteer & Supporter – 2002-present