Cailyn Smith
Registered Nurse
Rancho Cucamonga,Ca
Summary
Specialized in MDS Nursing with background in providing comprehensive patient care within high-stress environments. Strengths lie in conducting thorough assessments, developing individualized care plans, and coordinating multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes. Demonstrated ability to streamline processes and enhance compliance through skilled data management and clear communication. Leveraged clinical knowledge and administrative acumen to drive improvements in nursing practice and patient satisfaction.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MDS Nurse
Highland Springs Care Center
Beaumont, California
04.2024 - Current
- Trained and supervised health care workers conducting resident assessments.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to MDS activities as required by regulatory standards.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Coordinated timely submission of all required documents including Minimum Data Set forms, Care Area Assessments, Quarterly Assessment Reconciliation, Annual Assessment Reconciliations and other regulatory paperwork.
- Audited monthly MDS submissions for accuracy, timeliness, completeness and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Provided training and education to nursing staff on current MDS regulations.
LVN/MDS Coordinator
PACS
Escondido, Ca
01.2022 - 04.2024
- MDS Lead of a 180-bed facility; coordinate and develop a patient-centered plan of care.
- Schedule, complete, and submit the MDS for CMS according to RAI and CMS guidelines.
- Lead daily PDPM review meetings.
- Review new admissions timely to set optimal MDS assessment dates in efforts to capture all skilled care.
- Collaborate with the IDT regarding patient needs and care plans.
- Participate in risk management meetings and care conferences.
- Daily review of clinical documentation.
- Quality Measure, 5-Star Rating report, and QWIP review.
- Identify clinical changes in patient conditions, and update the plan of care appropriately.
LVN/MDS Coordinator
Alta Vista Healthcare & Wellness Center
Riverside, Ca
01.2020 - 01.2022
LVN/MDS Coordinator
Meadows Ridge Care Center
Colton, Ca
01.2019 - 01.2020
LVN/MDS Coordinator
Park Anaheim Healthcare Center
Anaheim, Ca
01.2018 - 01.2019
LVN/Charge Nurse; MDS Coordinator
Studio City Rehabilitation Center
Studio City, Ca
01.2014 - 01.2018
Education
ADN/RN -
American Career College
Ontario, Ca12.2024
LVN -
American Career College
Ontario, CA01.2014
Skills
- Clinical assessment expertise
- Care plan development
- Nursing process proficiency
- Documentation accuracy
- Quality improvement initiatives
- MDS coordination
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Leadership and supervision
Certification
- ACLS/BLS
- Ventilator/Tracheostomy Care
- IV/Blood Withdrawal
- Registered Nurse - License number 95403319 (expiration date 7/31/26)
Timeline
MDS Nurse
Highland Springs Care Center
04.2024 - Current
LVN/MDS Coordinator
PACS
01.2022 - 04.2024
LVN/MDS Coordinator
Alta Vista Healthcare & Wellness Center
01.2020 - 01.2022
LVN/MDS Coordinator
Meadows Ridge Care Center
01.2019 - 01.2020
LVN/MDS Coordinator
Park Anaheim Healthcare Center
01.2018 - 01.2019
LVN/Charge Nurse; MDS Coordinator
Studio City Rehabilitation Center
01.2014 - 01.2018
ADN/RN -
American Career College
LVN -
American Career College