Dynamic healthcare leader with extensive experience at Baptist Village of Oklahoma City, excelling in interdepartmental collaboration and discharge planning. Proven track record in enhancing patient care through effective transitions of care and clinical assessments, while fostering a supportive environment for staff development and compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Case Management
Baptist Village of Oklahoma City
08.2014 - Current
Oversaw patient skilled nursing admission and discharge processes.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
Partnered with interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
Led weekly IDT meetings to review recent clinical activities.
Complied with federal and state regulations for completion and coordination of RAI process.
Assessed electronic medical record for required documentation to support MDS coding.
Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing.
Trained staff in correct techniques for completing and signing MDS assessments.
Solved problems related to abrupt changes in discharge, coordinated updates and communicated discharge plans.
Facilitated timely referrals to alternate levels of care and assisted family or guardian with completion of applications.
LPN Charge Nurse
Baptist Village of Oklahoma City
05.2013 - 08.2014
Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
Education
LPN
Caddo-Kiowa Technology Center
Fort Cobb, OK
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Rose State College
Midwest City, OK
12-2022
Skills
Interdepartmental collaboration
Transitions of care
Documentation management
Discharge planning
Clinical assessment
Nurse leadership
Certification
Registered Nurse, Multi-State License, January 2023