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Christine Clarkson

1800 W 6th St,IA

Summary

Dynamic RN with extensive experience at Ravenwood Specialty Care, Friendship Village, excelling in patient assessment and care coordination. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective health education and interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in MDS completion and electronic health records, ensuring compliance and optimal care delivery per skilled insurance compliance . Committed to advocating for patients and families for safe discharge post skilled.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

RN,MDS Coordinator

Friendship Village
01.2021 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes accurately in electronic health records.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on health management strategies and medication adherence.
  • Evaluated patient progress, adjusting care plans based on individual needs and responses.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Review hospital charts for skilled admissions, prior authorization with insurance & working with Health Coach, care coordinator & care transition team for skilled stay to transition home post skilled stay

RN, MDS Coordinator

Ravenwood Specialty Care
08.2016 - 02.2021
  • Administered patient medications and monitored vital signs for optimal care delivery.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Provided education and support to patients and families regarding health management strategies.
  • Assisted in wound care procedures, ensuring adherence to best practices and protocols.
  • Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health record systems, maintaining compliance standards.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Review charts for admission, insurance prior authorization, insurance updates & corresponding care with MCO for safe discharge post skilled care.
  • Complete MDS per guidelines per CMS

RN

Allen Hospital
10.2014 - 07.2016

Waterloo TV

  • Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on health management strategies and post-discharge care instructions.
  • Care of per & post surgical patients.

RN Supervisor

DaVita Dialysis Corporation
05.2012 - 10.2014
  • Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to dialysis protocols and patient care standards.
  • Coordinated patient schedules and treatment plans to optimize operational efficiency.
  • Trained and mentored new nursing staff on best practices in renal care.
  • Conducted regular assessments of patient outcomes to enhance quality of care.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by conducting audits and staff training sessions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for patients with complex needs.
  • Perform hemodialysis

RN

Allen Hospital Intensive Care Unit
08.2000 - 03.2012
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care strategies.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention practices.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and establish care priorities.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.

RN

Mercy One
07.1997 - 01.2008

Waterloo

  • Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on health management strategies and post-discharge care instructions.
  • Assisted in triaging patients, prioritizing care based on clinical urgency and needs.
  • Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records to maintain compliance and continuity of care.

LPN

Mercy One
02.1995 - 07.1997
  • Administered medications and treatments per physician orders in a timely manner.
  • Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
  • Assisted in developing individualized care plans tailored to patient needs.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.

CNA

Mercy One
08.1992 - 02.1995

Waterloo

  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Monitored vital signs, documenting ADL’s
  • Collaborated with nursing staff with patient care.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing, RN

Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, Iowa, IA
05.1997

Nursing, LPN

Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, Iowa, IA
12.1994

High School Diploma - General & CNA

Stockton High School
Stockton, IL
06.1982

Skills

Eval health records for admission to Skilled nursing Prior authorization with insurance Coordinating with Care Coordinators, MCO, Care Transitions team for admission, compliance of care while skilled and safe discharge post Skilled

Timeline

RN,MDS Coordinator

Friendship Village
01.2021 - Current

RN, MDS Coordinator

Ravenwood Specialty Care
08.2016 - 02.2021

RN

Allen Hospital
10.2014 - 07.2016

RN Supervisor

DaVita Dialysis Corporation
05.2012 - 10.2014

RN

Allen Hospital Intensive Care Unit
08.2000 - 03.2012

RN

Mercy One
07.1997 - 01.2008

LPN

Mercy One
02.1995 - 07.1997

CNA

Mercy One
08.1992 - 02.1995

Associate of Science - Nursing, RN

Hawkeye Community College

Nursing, LPN

Hawkeye Community College

High School Diploma - General & CNA

Stockton High School
Christine Clarkson