Amy Bode
Punta Gorda,FL
Summary
MDS Coordinator with 5 years of experience in managing the RAI process in the long-term care setting. A proven track record at Evergreen Healthcare of strong nursing leadership, improved clinical reimbursement rates, ongoing quality measure improvement strategies, and increased accuracy in the RAI process. Spearheaded quality improvement initiatives, significantly enhancing patient care and clinical reimbursement through meticulous MDS assessments and interdepartmental collaboration. Excelled in mentoring staff, providing documentation and skills education, and ensuring the RAI process is performed accurately, timely, and in compliance with CMS guidelines, underpinning a confident approach to nursing leadership, clinical reimbursement and quality compassionate care in the long term care setting.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
RN MDS Coordinator/MDS Resource Support
Evergreen Healthcare
03.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes and enhanced clinical reimbursement.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management during care plan conferences.
- Mentored new nursing staff and provided ongoing skills education, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved documentation.
- Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient's unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
- 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.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on CMS guidelines and changes to ensure accuracy in reporting and reimbursement processes.
- Enhanced patient care quality by implementing comprehensive MDS assessments and care plans.
- Collaborated closely with therapy departments to accurately capture rehabilitation needs within MDS documentation, supporting appropriate resource allocation for resident's needs.
- 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.
- Reduced errors in data collection by streamlining the MDS process and improving communication among interdisciplinary teams.
- Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate efficient collaboration on resident care planning.
- Provided guidance to nursing staff on accurate completion of Section GG assessments, enhancing overall documentation quality and supporting appropriate Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement rates.
- Conducted audits of current MDS records to identify discrepancies and improve record accuracy, enhancing reimbursement rates for the facility.
- Identified areas of improvement in the facility''s quality measures through thorough analysis of MDS data, resulting in targeted interventions and better outcomes for residents.
- Established regular review processes to evaluate the accuracy and completeness of MDS records, leading to proactive identification of potential issues before they escalate.
RN MDS Coordinator
Orchard Park Health and Rehabilitation Center
02.2021 - 03.2023
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing with a focus on clinical reimbursement optimization and quality measures improvement.
- Devised individualized care plans tailored to each resident's unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes and ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Improved communication between departments by establishing clear protocols regarding assessment timelines, leading to more efficient care planning processes.
- Led weekly utilization review to go over recent clinical activities, diagnosis coding and ranking, and skilled needs.
- Established regular review processes to evaluate the accuracy and completeness of MDS records, leading to proactive identification of potential issues before they escalate.
RN Supervisor
Enumclaw Health and Rehabilitation Center
02.2019 - 03.2021
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
- Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
- Consistently acted as a strong advocate for patients and their families, ensuring that their needs were met while navigating complex healthcare systems.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Cultivated an atmosphere of teamwork and open communication among staff members, resulting in a more cohesive work environment and greater job satisfaction for the nursing team.
- Increased staff retention rates through effective mentoring, coaching, and professional development opportunities.
Education
Diploma RN - Nursing
St Francis School of Nursing
Pittsburgh, PA05.1994
Skills
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Compassion and Empathy
- Quality Improvement Driven
- Knowledge of Regulatory Guidelines
- Team Coordination
- Nursing leadership skills
- Care Plan Development
- Focused on Clinical Reimbursement Improvement and Regulatory Compliance
References
References Available on Request
Timeline
RN MDS Coordinator/MDS Resource Support
Evergreen Healthcare
03.2023 - Current
RN MDS Coordinator
Orchard Park Health and Rehabilitation Center
02.2021 - 03.2023
RN Supervisor
Enumclaw Health and Rehabilitation Center
02.2019 - 03.2021
Diploma RN - Nursing
St Francis School of Nursing
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