Brandi Boka
Butte,MT
Summary
Dynamic Behavioral Health Registered Nurse skilled in mental health evaluation and suicide prevention. Proven ability to implement individualized care plans and provide critical support during acute behavioral health episodes, ensuring timely and effective interventions.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital
Bozeman, MT
12.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and compliance with treatment plans.
- Engaged with multidisciplinary teams to formulate and administer individualized care plans addressing specific patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.
- Analyzed patient requirements through detailed assessments to identify and implement appropriate care interventions.
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Montana State Hospital
Anaconda, MT
04.2024 - 12.2025
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Analyzed patient requirements through detailed assessments to identify and implement appropriate care interventions.
- Documented patient progress in electronic health records, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of information.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to address acute behavioral health episodes, ensuring timely and effective crisis intervention.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and compliance with treatment plans.
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
St. Pete's Hospital
Helena, MT
04.2025 - 10.2025
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate patient needs and identify appropriate interventions.
- Assisted in crisis intervention, providing support during acute behavioral health episodes as needed.
- Participated in staff training sessions to enhance knowledge of best practices in behavioral health care delivery.
- Maintained a therapeutic environment by adhering to safety protocols and fostering positive patient interactions.
- Streamlined documentation processes, resulting in increased efficiency and accuracy of patient records.
- Served as a resource for nursing staff by providing ongoing education regarding behavioral health best practices and current research findings.
- Increased patient satisfaction by establishing trust and rapport through compassionate listening and empathetic communication.
Registered Nurse MDS Coordinator
The Ivy
Deer Lodge, MT
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Administered medications and treatments per established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs, assessing patient conditions to ensure timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
- Completed Comprehensive MDS assessments on all patients admitted to the facility
- Attended care plan meetings with the residents and their families.
- Maximized the case mix index for reimbursement
- Monitored proper treatment and wellbeing for residents for skilled and non skilled patients
- completed care plans for continuity of care
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
MDS Coordinator
Franklin Hills Health & Rehabilitation
Spokane, WA
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Coordinated comprehensive assessments to develop individualized care plans for residents.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements through meticulous documentation and record-keeping.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance resident care quality and outcomes.
- Trained and mentored new staff on MDS processes and best practices for documentation.
- Analyzed data trends to identify areas for quality improvement within the facility.
- Led initiatives to streamline MDS processes, improving efficiency in care delivery.
- Conducted regular audits of resident assessments to ensure accuracy and compliance standards.
- Advocated for residents' needs by communicating effectively with families and healthcare providers.
MDS Coordinator
Rockwood Retirement Communities
Spokane, WA
03.2019 - 05.2021
- 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.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on CMS guidelines and changes to ensure accuracy in reporting and reimbursement processes.
- Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing.
- 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.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to provide accurate and timely clinical assessments for each resident, leading to improved overall care.
Director of MDS Services
Royal Park Health and Rehabilitation
Spokane, WA
08.2016 - 02.2019
- Led interdisciplinary teams to enhance MDS processes and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff, improving documentation accuracy and efficiency.
- Analyzed resident assessments, optimizing care plans to meet individual needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to streamline communication and improve patient outcomes.
- Monitored quality metrics, identifying trends and initiating corrective actions to enhance service delivery.
- Facilitated audits of MDS submissions, ensuring adherence to state and federal guidelines.
- Mentored junior staff in best practices for MDS documentation and care coordination strategies.
- Spearheaded initiatives to improve interdisciplinary collaboration across departments, enhancing overall care quality.
MDS Plan Coordinator
Life Care Center
Kennewick, WA
04.2015 - 08.2016
- Coordinated MDS assessments to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and improve patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for residents.
- Analyzed resident data to identify trends and implement effective interventions for quality improvement.
- Mentored junior staff on MDS processes, enhancing team efficiency and knowledge retention.
- Led training sessions on documentation protocols, ensuring accuracy and consistency in reporting practices.
- Streamlined workflow processes for MDS submissions, reducing turnaround time for assessments.
- Facilitated communication between nursing staff and management to address care plan discrepancies proactively.
MDS Nurse
Prestige Health and Rehab
Ellensburg, WA
03.2014 - 04.2015
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to determine resident care needs and develop individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective communication and coordination of resident services.
- Monitored compliance with state and federal regulations, ensuring high standards of quality care delivery.
- Trained and mentored new staff on MDS procedures and documentation requirements to enhance team performance.
RN Home Health Care
Nightingale Nursing Agency
Butte, MT
03.2013 - 03.2014
- Provided comprehensive patient assessments to develop individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician's orders.
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention strategies.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care outcomes.
MDS Coordinator
The Crest Nursing Home
Butte, MT
09.2010 - 02.2013
- Assessed electronic medical record for required documentation to support MDS coding.
- 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.
Home Health Nurse
Frontier Home Health Care
Butte, MT
10.2007 - 09.2010
- Administered medication and treatments according to physician's orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes in health status.
- Educated patients and families on care plans and disease management.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
- Developed personalized care plans based on individual patient needs.
- Implemented best practices for infection control and patient safety protocols.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, enhancing team performance and knowledge sharing.
- Streamlined administrative processes, improving efficiency in documentation procedures.
RN Supervisor
Community Nursing Home of Anaconda
Anaconda, MT
10.2006 - 10.2007
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with patient care standards.
- Coordinated patient admissions, transfers, and discharges efficiently.
- Conducted regular assessments of resident health and well-being.
- Implemented staff training programs to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.
Chemical Dependency Nurse
Montana Chemical Dependency Center
Butte, MT
06.2003 - 09.2006
- Administered medication and monitored patient responses in a chemical dependency treatment setting.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients on recovery strategies and coping mechanisms to promote sustained wellness.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate patient needs, ensuring timely interventions and support.
- Implemented best practices for infection control, improving overall patient safety standards.
- Led workshops on substance abuse awareness, fostering community engagement and education initiatives.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Montana Tech University of Montana
Butte, MT06-2003
Skills
- Psychiatric assessment
- Mental health evaluation
- Anxiety management
- Stress reduction techniques
- Depression management
- Self-harm prevention
- Emotional regulation
- Social skills development
- Suicide prevention
Timeline
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital
12.2025 - Current
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
St. Pete's Hospital
04.2025 - 10.2025
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Montana State Hospital
04.2024 - 12.2025
Registered Nurse MDS Coordinator
The Ivy
08.2022 - 08.2024
MDS Coordinator
Franklin Hills Health & Rehabilitation
05.2021 - 08.2022
MDS Coordinator
Rockwood Retirement Communities
03.2019 - 05.2021
Director of MDS Services
Royal Park Health and Rehabilitation
08.2016 - 02.2019
MDS Plan Coordinator
Life Care Center
04.2015 - 08.2016
MDS Nurse
Prestige Health and Rehab
03.2014 - 04.2015
RN Home Health Care
Nightingale Nursing Agency
03.2013 - 03.2014
MDS Coordinator
The Crest Nursing Home
09.2010 - 02.2013
Home Health Nurse
Frontier Home Health Care
10.2007 - 09.2010
RN Supervisor
Community Nursing Home of Anaconda
10.2006 - 10.2007
Chemical Dependency Nurse
Montana Chemical Dependency Center
06.2003 - 09.2006
Associate of Science - Nursing
Montana Tech University of Montana