Ch Brigman
Clio,SC
Summary
Dynamic MDS Plan Coordinator with proven expertise in MDS compliance, care plan development, and regulatory interpretation. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
1
1
Certification
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
MDS Plan Coordinator
Carlyle Senior Care
Fork , sc
02.2022 - 09.2026
- Coordinated MDS assessments for residents in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Conducted assessments, care planning meetings and created individualized care plans for each resident.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, social workers, therapists and other healthcare professionals to ensure accuracy of documentation within the MDS plan.
- Educated staff on MDS documentation requirements and best practices.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding resident care plans and updates.
- Engaged closely with stakeholders to align project goals with families and caregivers when making decisions about care planning needs for their loved one.
- Maintained detailed records on all aspects of the RAI process and provided reports as requested.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss resident needs and develop appropriate interventions.
- Participated in surveys conducted by outside agencies such as State Surveyors or Quality Improvement Organizations.
- Interpreted and applied relevant regulations to the MDS process, including RUGs IV classification system.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed according to standards established by CMS guidelines.
- Served as a resource person for questions about Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement requirements or coding issues on RAI documents.
Charge Nurse
Senior Care of Marion
Marion, SC
07.2025 - 07.2026
- Managed nursing staff to maintain care standards, ensuring adherence to care standards and quality of patient care.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Managed daily operations of the nursing unit efficiently.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
- Conducted assessments to identify patient health issues promptly.
- Performed daily rounds to evaluate patient conditions, track progress towards goals, and document changes in care plans.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Supervised Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants.
- Provided training and support to new nursing staff members.
- Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
- Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses.
- Facilitated communication among healthcare professionals between physicians and healthcare professionals, facilitating comprehensive patient care.
- Communicated regularly with families about patient progress and needs.
- Educated patients, caregivers, and families on diagnoses and treatment plans to enhance understanding and involvement in care.
- Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
- Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
- Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
Infection Control -
Carlyle Senior Care of Fork
Fork, SC+
02.2000 - 05.2025
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care delivery.
- Coordinated patient admissions, transfers, and discharges efficiently.
- Managed scheduling and staffing to maintain optimal unit operations.
- Implemented training programs for new nursing staff members.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members to foster a positive work environment.
- Reviewed and completed admission and discharge assessments.
- Liaised between patients and families by providing health information and addressing questions and concerns.
- Audited and completed charts, evaluations and medical forms.
- Supervised staff members in the delivery of quality nursing care.
- Investigated incidents and accidents related to patient safety issues; identified root causes; reported findings; proposed corrective actions.
- Developed and implemented nursing unit policies, procedures, and standards of care.
- Analyzed data from quality improvement reports; identified opportunities for improvement; implemented action plans accordingly.
- Adhered to established protocols for infection control measures within the unit.
- Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Marion Mullins Vocational-
Marion SC06-2000
Skills
- MDS compliance
- RAI documentation
- Regulatory interpretation
- Care plan development
- Quality assurance monitoring
- Quality assurance
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Patient care coordination
- Care coordination
- Medical record auditing
- Electronic health records
- Risk management
- Nursing care coordination
- Patient admitting
- Care team coordination
- Staff management
- Team leadership
- Leadership skills
- Patient advocacy
- Team leadership
Certification
- IV Certified
- Infection control Prevention
- MDS Care plan coordinator
Custom Section 1
Janice Bright DON, Administrator 843-862-1635
Dana Jones DON 843-453-6638
Dr Burgess NP 843-319-6089
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Senior Care of Marion
07.2025 - 07.2026
MDS Plan Coordinator
Carlyle Senior Care
02.2022 - 09.2026
Infection Control -
Carlyle Senior Care of Fork
02.2000 - 05.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Marion Mullins Vocational-