Deborah Ashamu

Deborah Ashamu

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  • About me

    Licensed Nursing Home Administrator/Licensed Assisted Living Director

  • Education

    • Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

      2016 - 2018
      Master’s Degree Health and Human Services

      Focus in long term care services.

    • Loyola University Maryland

      2006 - 2011
      Bachelor's degree Sociology
    • Anoka-Ramsey Community College

      2004 - 2006
  • Experience

    • Loyola University Maryland

      Jan 2007 - May 2010

      Kept inventory of purchased hardware, used computer inventory program, answered and transferred main line phone calls, answered questions for students and faculty. Welcomed members and addressed any concerns they had concerning the facility, kept inventory of equipment use by members, and used computer program to track equipment. Performed event set up tasks and supervised recreation sport events. Employee of the Month, October 2008.

      • Asset Inventory and Operator

        Aug 2008 - May 2010
      • Equipment Room Attendant

        Jan 2007 - May 2010
    • Fountain of Grace Home Care

      Jul 2007 - Oct 2010
      Certified Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide

      I provided clients with daily care services, I aided clients in their mobility by using transfer belts and transfer lifts. I administered medication to clients and kept detailed acccount of their daily activities

    • Macy's

      Jan 2010 - Jan 2011
      Sales Associate

      Assisted customers with clothing selections and ordering merchandise. Kept inventory of specific clothing departments. Handle customer complaints and encourage customers to be involved in store rewards program.

    • Baltimore County Department of Social Services

      Feb 2011 - May 2011
      Volunteer Office Intern

      Coordinated fundraising events and conducted community outreach. Serviced low-income and homeless individuals with clothing, house ware, and hygiene items. Observed social workers and help supply their clients with services and community resources.

    • Minnesota Children's Museum

      Aug 2011 - Aug 2012
      Neighborhood Resource Coordinator

      Recruited high school aged students for youth volunteer program. Collaborated with community organizations and schools across the metro. Facilitated interview sessions and training sessions. Conducted on-going mentor sessions with the youth.

    • Children's Dental Services

      Aug 2012 - Sept 2014
      Public Health Outreach Specialist

      Provided assistance to patients in obtaining MNSure and insurance alternatives. Analyzed insurance claims and reconciled patient accounts. Followed HIPAA guidelines and maintained patient confidentiality. Presented oral health presentations to families and attended outreach events around Minnesota. Scheduled appointments at various metro locations, and addressed patient concerns.

    • Health Access Minnesota

      Oct 2014 - Jan 2019
      Health Insurance Outreach and Navigator

      Assist in outreach to consumers and community partners. Assist individuals with the MNsure application process. Assist in developing and maintaining relationships with partners. Participate in ongoing conference calls, webinars, and other professional development opportunities.

    • Episcopal Homes of Minnesota

      Nov 2014 - Jul 2023

      Assisted in managing daily operations of a 131-bed skilled nursing facility with a 30-bed transitional care unit. Assisted with maintaining the annual budget. Managed the implementation of an interdepartmental billing triple check process. Completed 400 hour nursing administrator practicum. Recruit, train, and supervise interns. Coordinate partnerships with corporations.

      • Iris Park Commons Assisted Living Director

        Oct 2019 - Jul 2023
      • Grant and Associate Nursing Home Administrator

        Dec 2018 - Oct 2019
      • Nursing Home Administrator-in-training

        Mar 2018 - Dec 2018
      • Volunteer Coordinator

        Nov 2014 - Mar 2018
    • Spectrum Health Companies

      Sept 2023 - now
      Executive Director LALD

      Oversee 96-bed assisted living and memory care. Serving older adults in need of CADI/EW waivers.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Licensed Nursing Home Adminstrator

      Minnesota Board Examiners of Nursing Home Administrators
      Oct 2018