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Amanda Wooten

Winnfield,LA

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience in long-term care, ready to contribute as a vital team member. Proven expertise in MDS processes to enhance reimbursement strategies and overall patient care quality. Committed to fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes patient well-being while driving operational efficiency. Eager to leverage skills and knowledge for a meaningful impact within the organization.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Case Manager/Utilization Review Nurse

Healthcare Compliance
09.2023 - Current

Reviewed and optimized payment processes for skilled residents across eleven long-term care facilities.

  • Ensured compliance with regulations by maintaining precise case documentation.
  • Implemented case management strategies resulting in successful client outcomes.

Director of Nursing

Colfax Reunion Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
01.2021 - 09.2023
  • Supervise the nursing department including nurses and nursing assistants.
  • Make rounds with medical director weekly.
  • Order nursing supplies to remain within allotted budget monthly.
  • Sign and transmit MDS assessments when completed.

ADON Infection Control Preventionist

Colfax Reunion Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • In-service staff to help prevent infection control breaches in the facility Track and record infections by type and what microorganism causing the infection.
  • Educate staff in regards to hand washing and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment.
  • Collaborated with staff, management and external groups to coordinate patient care.
  • Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.

MDS Coordinator

Colfax Reunion Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
07.2007 - 08.2016
  • Schedule and complete all MDS assessments for a 130 bed facility.
  • Transmit all MDS assessments to CMS.
  • Update and help formulate care plans with RN Coordinator.
  • Case-mix maximization.
  • Assist with Interdisciplinary Meetings weekly.

LPN Floor Nurse

Colfax Reunion Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
12.2005 - 07.2007
  • Administered medication to residents daily.

Education

ASN - Nursing

Northwestern State University
Natchitoches, LA
05.2020

LPN - undefined

Central Louisiana Technical Community College
12.2005

High School Diploma - undefined

Winnfield Senior High School
05.1997

Skills

  • Operational Records Maintenance
  • Employee Work Scheduling
  • Information Systems Development
  • Decision Making
  • Employee Supervision
  • Critical Thinking
  • Process Implementation
  • In-service Programs
  • HIPAA Guidelines

Timeline

Case Manager/Utilization Review Nurse

Healthcare Compliance
09.2023 - Current

Director of Nursing

Colfax Reunion Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
01.2021 - 09.2023

ADON Infection Control Preventionist

Colfax Reunion Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
01.2019 - 01.2021

MDS Coordinator

Colfax Reunion Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
07.2007 - 08.2016

LPN Floor Nurse

Colfax Reunion Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
12.2005 - 07.2007

LPN - undefined

Central Louisiana Technical Community College

High School Diploma - undefined

Winnfield Senior High School

ASN - Nursing

Northwestern State University