Ellen First is responsible for oversight and development of clinical programming, continual survey readiness, and continuous quality improvement for all assigned facilities. In addition, Ms. First assists with implementation of clinical software training and support at assigned facilities, as well as oversight of accurate and timely completion of the RAI.

Ms. First’s areas of expertise include the following:

• Extensive clinical experience in leadership of skilled nursing, assisted living, and residential care facilities
• Ability to successfully interact with unions
• Thorough knowledge of clinical software applications and training
• Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in optimized clinical reimbursement strategies

Ms. First possesses more than 25 years of nursing experience with both large and small health care facilities. Her experience includes customer support in clinical pharmacy services and clinical operations of a health care management company. Ms. First also was a founding co-chair of the central New Jersey Lori Harney Ethics Committee. The committee continues as a resource in provision of case consultation in issues of end-of-life and everyday ethics questions.

CONTACT
Email: Ellen First