Sam van Kalkeren

WORK HISTORY

EDUCATION

ABOUT SAM VAN KALKEREN

Sam van Kalkeren, MSN, RN, CMC, CADDCT, CDP Registered Nurse | Inpatient Psychiatric & Geriatric Care Leader | Hospital Operations & Program Development A results-driven registered nurse leader with over 14 years of experience in acute inpatient psychiatric care, geriatric mental health, and hospital operations. Certified as a Care Manager (NACCM), Dementia Practitioner, and Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer, I have led large multidisciplinary teams, implemented quality improvement initiatives, and enhanced clinical programs to improve patient outcomes in high-acuity hospital settings. My expertise in operations management and program development has directly contributed to improved safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance in psychiatric and elder care units. Key Accomplishments: • Optimized Inpatient Behavioral Health Operations – Managed over 75 employees at Tufts Medical Center, overseeing psychiatric services and nursing operations while reducing incidents of prolonged seclusion and restraint from 10% to 0% within a year. • Led Multi-Unit Inpatient Psychiatric Care – Directed both adult and geriatric psychiatric units at Carney Hospital, supervising a staff of 100+ and ensuring seamless patient care across 36 inpatient beds. • Enhanced Patient Safety & Compliance – Developed a hospital-wide behavioral health program at Tufts Medical Center to support psychiatric patients on medical floors, improving interdisciplinary collaboration and reducing safety risks. • Established and Scaled a New Aging Services Division – Launched and expanded Intent Clinical’s aging services division, integrating care management and elder care solutions, generating nearly $2 million in revenue in 2024. • Improved Inpatient Experience & Outcomes – Created and implemented a patient-centered treatment team model at Carney Hospital, leading to increased patient satisfaction and reduced complaints. • Hospital Leadership in Crisis & Expansion – Led the acquisition and integration of a care management firm at Intent Clinical, expanding inpatient and outpatient service offerings for older adults with neurocognitive disorders. • Regulatory Readiness & Quality Assurance – Successfully guided inpatient psychiatric units through Joint Commission and Department of Mental Health surveys, ensuring compliance and high standards of care. Committed to operational excellence and patient-centered care, I specialize in leading inpatient psychiatric and geriatric teams to drive measurable improvements in safety, quality, and staff performance.