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Amber Gillihan

Orting,WA

Summary

Accomplished LPN and MDS Coordinator with a proven track record at Wesley Homes Lea Hill, enhancing patient care through meticulous medication administration and comprehensive care planning. Expert in geriatric nursing and compassionate care, significantly improved patient satisfaction and compliance with federal regulations. Skilled in mentoring staff and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration for optimal patient outcomes.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN RCM

Wesley Homes Lea Hill
07.2023 - Current
  • Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Scheduled and adhered to ARD dates and triple check efficiency
  • Involved with MDS accuracy and education to nursing related to skilled documentation
  • Headed the triple check meeting to ensure proper billing dates and diagnosis were applied

MDS Coordinator

Wesley Homes Lea Hill
09.2017 - 07.2023
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on CMS guidelines and changes to ensure accuracy in reporting and reimbursement processes.
  • Assessed electronic medical record for required documentation to support MDS coding.
  • Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to provide accurate and timely clinical assessments for each resident, leading to improved overall care.
  • Collaborated closely with therapy departments to accurately capture rehabilitation needs within MDS documentation, supporting appropriate resource allocation for residents'' needs.
  • Enhanced patient care quality by implementing comprehensive MDS assessments and care plans.
  • Ensured timely completion of all MDS assessments, maintaining full compliance with federal and state regulations.
  • Set schedules for staff to start and complete MDS assessments and care plan meetings.
  • Provided ongoing education for nursing staff regarding MDS best practices, contributing to a knowledgeable and skilled workforce.
  • Monitored changing regulations related to RAI/MDS requirements, keeping staff informed about updates that impact their daily work routines.
  • Completed minimum data set assessments with strong collaboration across business, provider and clinical disciplines.
  • Implemented interdisciplinary meetings focused on individualized care plan development, resulting in more targeted interventions and improved resident outcomes.
  • Developed a comprehensive system for tracking MDS completion deadlines, ensuring timely submissions and minimizing the risk of financial penalties.
  • Established regular review processes to evaluate the accuracy and completeness of MDS records, leading to proactive identification of potential issues before they escalate.
  • Minimized manual system errors with streamlined data entry process.
  • Worked with programming to coordinate Study Data Tabulation Model maps.
  • Enforced strict data validation rules to maintain accuracy and completeness of clinical data.
  • Developed comprehensive data dictionary for efficient and accurate data tracking.
  • Created data management plans and provided input on study designs.
  • Managed system for secure storage, transmission and manipulation of clinical data.
  • Built complex data analysis reports and provided timely feedback to stakeholders.

MDS Coordinator

Life Care Center Cottesmore
08.2015 - 06.2017
  • Set schedules for staff to start and complete MDS assessments and care plan meetings.
  • Ensured timely completion of all MDS assessments, maintaining full compliance with federal and state regulations.

MDS Coordinator

Hallmark Manor
04.2003 - 07.2015
  • Ensured timely completion of all MDS assessments, maintaining full compliance with federal and state regulations.
  • Set schedules for staff to start and complete MDS assessments and care plan meetings.

Clinical Charge Nurse

Hallmark Manor
08.2002 - 04.2003
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patients'' needs.
  • Mentored new hires, providing support during orientation and ensuring successful transition into the clinical setting.
  • Increased staff retention rates by fostering supportive work environments that encouraged professional growth opportunities.
  • Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing evidence-based nursing protocols.

Education

LPN - Nursing

Renton Technical College
Renton, WA
03-2002

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medical documentation
  • Geriatric nursing
  • Compassionate care
  • End-of-life care
  • Nursing ethics
  • Rehabilitation nursing
  • Patient documention
  • Patient assessments
  • Care planning
  • Case management

Timeline

LPN RCM

Wesley Homes Lea Hill
07.2023 - Current

MDS Coordinator

Wesley Homes Lea Hill
09.2017 - 07.2023

MDS Coordinator

Life Care Center Cottesmore
08.2015 - 06.2017

MDS Coordinator

Hallmark Manor
04.2003 - 07.2015

Clinical Charge Nurse

Hallmark Manor
08.2002 - 04.2003

LPN - Nursing

Renton Technical College

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