Bianca Saucedo
San Antonio,TX
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
MDS Nurse
Creative Solutions In Healthcare
San Antonio, TX
03.2023 - Current
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented within care plans, making recommendations for adjustments as needed.
- Maintained accurate medical records, ensuring proper reimbursement for services provided to patients.
- Reduced errors in MDS submissions by conducting regular audits of completed assessments and providing corrective feedback to staff when necessary.
- Collaborated with therapy departments to ensure accurate representation of patient needs within the MDS system.
- Improved patient care by thoroughly reviewing and analyzing MDS assessments for accuracy and completeness.
- Set schedules for staff to start and complete MDS assessments and care plan meetings.
- Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Complied with federal and state regulations for completion and coordination of RAI process.
- Coordinated with billing department to facilitate appropriate reimbursement based on accurate completion of resident assessments.
MDS Nurse
Meridian Care
San Antonio, TX
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented within care plans, making recommendations for adjustments as needed.
- Maintained accurate medical records, ensuring proper reimbursement for services provided to patients.
- Collaborated with therapy departments to ensure accurate representation of patient needs within the MDS system.
- Improved patient care by thoroughly reviewing and analyzing MDS assessments for accuracy and completeness.
- Increased efficiency in the MDS process by developing and implementing streamlined documentation procedures.
LVN Charge Nurse
Meridian Care
San Antonio, TX
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in vent facility, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
LVN Charge Nurse
Huebner Creek Health & Rehabilitation Center
San Antonio, TX
03.2020 - 02.2021
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Assisted in the training of new practical nurses, sharing expertise and fostering teamwork among staff members.
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Caremark Mail Services Pharmacy
San Antonio, TX
06.2012 - 05.2020
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
Education
Associate of Science - Practical Nursing
St. Philip's College
San Antonio, TX12.2019
Skills
- Documentation accuracy
- Critical thinking abilities
- HIPAA Compliance Understanding
Additional Information
LVN License Number: 352778
Expiration Date: 09/30/2025
Timeline
MDS Nurse
Creative Solutions In Healthcare
03.2023 - Current
MDS Nurse
Meridian Care
08.2021 - 03.2023
LVN Charge Nurse
Meridian Care
02.2021 - 08.2021
LVN Charge Nurse
Huebner Creek Health & Rehabilitation Center
03.2020 - 02.2021
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Caremark Mail Services Pharmacy
06.2012 - 05.2020
Associate of Science - Practical Nursing
St. Philip's College