Christy Drinkard
Area Executive Director with 20+ years in Healthcare Operations
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About
A leadership position in healthcare where I can leverage over two decades of experience in Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living Operations to transition seamlessly into Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) management, driving excellence in resident care, compliance, and financial performance. Highly motivated and results-driven professional with over 20 years in skilled nursing, assisted, and independent living operations. Strong communicator and team leader with proven success in compliance, staff development, and budget management.
Dedicated to fostering a culture of quality, service, and accountability while improving resident satisfaction.
Experience
Area Executive Director - The Blake - Summerville, SC
(2024-02)
- Oversee operations for a 114-bed Assisted Living and 100-bed Independent Living community
- Achieved a deficiency-free survey through proactive compliance initiatives
- Mentor and manage two communities to consistently meet and exceed budgetary goals with over 100 employees
Executive Director - Indigo Hall Assisted Living - Charleston, SC
(2019-02 - 2024-02)
- Directed operations for a 176-bed assisted living facility with a $38 million annual budget
- Led a multidisciplinary team focused on operational excellence, resident engagement, and fiscal accountability
- Maintained strong performance in quality standards and regulatory compliance
Nursing Home Administrator - Beaufort Nursing and Rehab - Beaufort, SC
(2017-11 - 2019-02)
- Managed a 170-bed skilled nursing facility; achieved licensure compliance within 6 months prior to closure
- Ensured compliance with all CMS standards, maintaining a 5-star rating
- Directed 212 employees, managing employee relations, staffing, and performance
- Oversaw a $1.2 million monthly budget, consistently exceeding financial goals
- Supported Regional Director of Operations during regional absences
Nursing Home Administrator - PruittHealth Walterboro - Walterboro, SC
(2013-02 - 2017-11)
- Led a 132-bed facility, managing 162 employees and maintaining strong ties with physicians and hospitals
- Consistently met and exceeded $950,000 monthly budget targets
- Maintained state and company quality standards above benchmarks
Regional Admissions Director - PruittHealth Corporate - Norcross, GA
(2010-09 - 2013-01)
- Supervised census and admissions operations across 14 facilities
- Managed and developed 14 admissions directors, achieving systemwide census growth
- Acted on behalf of the Vice President of Operations during absences
Admissions Director - PruittHealth Moncks Corner - Moncks Corner, SC
(2005-08 - 2010-09)
- Marketed and managed referrals for a 132-bed skilled nursing facility
- Increased census and revenue by $67,000+ monthly, organizing community outreach and "Lunch & Learn" programs
Health Services Coordinator - Life Line Screening - Southeast Region
(2002-06 - 2005-04)
- Managed over 30 accounts monthly and organized stroke and vascular screenings across the Southeast
- Designed innovative community health marketing strategies for brand growth
Marketing Director - Coastal Occupational Medicine - Charleston, SC
(1999-05 - 2002-06)
- Directed marketing operations for a large medical group, securing over 200 new business clients through negotiation and presentations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology and Health Promotion - Georgia Southern University (1998)
