Orlando, Florida, United States
Dr. Raju J. Kunnath has over 30 years of healthcare management experience in USA and abroad. Received his Doctorate in Medical Humanities from Drew University of New Jersey. Dr. Kunnath’s thesis was on “Universal Healthcare”- Is it the Solution for the Current Healthcare Crisis in the United States. After completing his bachelor’s degree in Nursing from India, Raju started his career as an RN, but soon got into the long-term care administration. Raju completed Master’s degrees in Nursing (MSN) and Masters in Public Administration (MPA) from Kean University of NJ. He worked as the Director of Nursing and Administrator for different healthcare facilities such as Trinitas Hospital, Manor Care, and Genesis Eldercare, before joining with Global Healthcare Services in 2006 as the vice president of operations. Dr. Kunnath has been chosen to speak at several healthcare seminars at the national and international level. Dr. Kunnath is the founder and president of MedApps Inc., provider of new Long Term Care Survey Process (LTCSP) and QAPI software StarsForCare which assists skilled nursing facilities to maintain survey compliance and QAPI. Education/Professional: DMH (Doctorate in Medical Humanities-2012) -Drew University of New Jersey MSN (Masters of Science in Nursing-2002) - Kean University of New Jersey. MPA (Masters in Public Administration-2002) - Kean University of New Jersey. BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing- 1992) - Institute of Nursing Sciences, India President and Board Member- Society of Licensed Nursing Home Administrators (SNHA, NJ- 2000 to 2019) Speaker/Presenter of professional seminars and meetings Member NJ Hospital Association, LTC Advisory Board (2000-2003) Member Education Committee, ACHCA: 2013- 2016 Certified Director of Nursing (C-NADONA-LTC)
StarsForCare is a long-term care survey and five star rating tool designed specifically to maintain survey compliance and quality management in skilled nursing facilities. It provides users with the ability to be proactive by analyzing survey results in a way that is similar to the methods and procedures of the new Long Term Care Survey Process (LTCSP) from CMS. Our uniquely-designed and user-friendly survey software enables long-term care facilities to enhance quality of care while ensuring regulatory compliance. StarsForCare uses the same calculations, Critical Element (CE) Pathways and thresholds that the CMS new Long Term Care Survey Process (LTCSP) uses to identify residents at risk. This provides facilities with the tools they need to address their areas of concerns and develop efficient quality assurance programs. At StarsForCare, we understand that each long-term care facility is different and each geographic area has unique requirements. Smaller facilities generally operate with fewer resources and require solutions that are cost-effective. Using StarsForCare will help these facilities achieve established business objectives. On the other hand, large and multi-site providers and national chains require enterprise-level capabilities and centralized control to manage their business model across distributed geographies. StarsForCare is not just a survey and five star rating software company; we are a hands-on partner for long-term care facilities, helping them become the most successful providers in their markets. Our web-based solutions help long-term care providers, from single-home independent facilities to national chains, stay on top of the survey process. Please call 1800 301 9400 or e-mail [email protected] for a free virtual demo. For more info, please visit www.starsforcare
Worked as the COO for a group of nursing homes located in TN, NY and PA.
Job description includes responsibilities as the Vice President for a group of 14 Skilled Nursing Facilities in NY, PA and MD In-charge of operations and clinical services Responsible for newly acquiring facilities due-diligence, setting up operational policies and procedures, assistance in transition, survey compliance, census development, budget management, hiring and training key employees, risk management, PDPM implantation, CMI optimization and other day to day operations.
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