1. 1412 Stornoway Lane
Hixson, TN. 37343
423-883-9851
tempafinch@gmail.com
Tempa Finch
OBJECTIVE To utilize my skills and 7+ years’ experience as a Licensed Nursing Home
Administrator to provide leadership in a progressive organization focused
on resident-centered, quality long term care
SKILLS & ABILITIES Integrity, Team Building – Skilled in building trust with all customers; both
internal and external by listening for understanding
Leadership, Problem Solving – Ability to quickly grasp what is required to
lead at multiple levels, in multiple situations; patience combined with
persistence, seeking “win-win” resolution
Planning, Follow-up - Experienced in setting goals, evaluating progress and
following to completion
EXPERIENCE ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATOR, THE HEALTH CENTER AT STANDIFER PLACE
Dec 2000 – May 2008
- Directed all aspects of the 34 bed assisted living facility
- Assisted, coached and performed yearly evaluations for 20 direct reports
- Created and implemented a new worker’s compensation program resulting in a
significant decrease of on the job injuries, lost time from work and decreased
insurance premiums
- Led daily admissions meetings with Administrator, Director of Nursing and
admissions staff
- Managed Accounts Receivable, worked with patients and families to reduce private
accounts
- Acted as liaisonto the State of TN during annual audit (survey); planning
preparation, accompanying throughout and ensuring follow up
INTERNSHIP, NATIONAL HEALTH CARE CORPORATION
August-December 2000
Trained with all department heads to gain a basic knowledge of the organizational structure
of a 120 bed long term care facility. Assisted the Administrator with daily operational needs
such as accounts receivable, family meeting, staff meetings and in-services. Worked closely
with patients and families to ensure quality patient care, family comfort and satisfaction.
EDUCATION BACHELOR OF SCIENCE – HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION, 2000
EAST TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY, JOHNSON CITY, TN.
LICENSED NURSING HOME ADMINISTRATOR SINCE 2001
