Biname Tshiefu
South Bend,IN
Summary
Highly skilled and enthusiastic professional with more than 20 years of experience managing chronic diseases. Patient-focus background driving quality improvements and coaching nursing staff to reach full potential. Strong organizational, communication and multitasking abilities. Evaluating staff performance and developing continued care plans.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing
Brickyard Elkhart Care Center
02.2018 - 07.2023
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Managed over 40 plus nursing staff.
- Responsible for daily nursing activities for 90 residents.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
MDS Coordinator
BellTower Rehabilitation Center
02.2017 - 02.2018
- Complied with federal and state regulations for completion and coordination of RAI process.
- Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing with daily average of 25 Medicare residents.
- Assessed electronic medical record for required documentation to support MDS coding.
- Led weekly utilization review to go over recent clinical activities.
- Completed minimum data set assessments with strong collaboration across business, provider and clinical disciplines.
- Set schedules for staff to start and complete MDS assessments and care plan meetings.
- Trained staff in correct techniques for completing and signing MDS assessments.
- Participated in quality assurance reviews to verify accuracy and reliability of data.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University South Bend
South Bend, IN05.2010
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bethel University
Mishawaka, IN05.2007
Skills
- Public Speaking
- Acute Rehabilitation
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Problem Identification
- EMR Software
- Case Management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Facility Inspections
- Patient Education
- Recruiting and Hiring
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Brickyard Elkhart Care Center
02.2018 - 07.2023
MDS Coordinator
BellTower Rehabilitation Center
02.2017 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University South Bend
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bethel University
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