Cindy Fox
Summary
Dynamic RN MDS Coordinator at Medical Solutions, recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and effective communication. Expert in medical assessment and data collection, I streamlined MDS processes, improving documentation accuracy and supporting optimal reimbursement rates. Committed to interdisciplinary collaboration, I fostered strong relationships with patients and families, driving better health outcomes.
Skilled healthcare professional prepared for coordinating and optimizing patient care processes. Proven ability to assess patient needs, develop care plans, and ensure regulatory compliance. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Expertise in patient assessment, care planning, and interdisciplinary communication.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
RN MDS Coordinator
Medical Solutions
11.2015 - Current
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
- Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Reduced errors in data collection by streamlining the MDS process and improving communication among interdisciplinary teams.
- Provided guidance to nursing staff on accurate completion of Section GG assessments, enhancing overall documentation quality and supporting appropriate Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement rates.
- Conducted audits of current MDS records to identify discrepancies and improve record accuracy, enhancing reimbursement rates for the facility.
- Complied with federal and state regulations for completion and coordination of RAI process.
- Trained staff in correct techniques for completing and signing MDS assessments.
- Supported facility-wide initiatives aimed at reducing hospital readmissions by closely monitoring MDS data for trends and potential areas of concern.
- Identified areas of improvement in the facility''s quality measures through thorough analysis of MDS data, resulting in targeted interventions and better outcomes for residents.
- Improved communication between departments by establishing clear protocols regarding assessment timelines, leading to more efficient care planning processes.
- Reviewed missing assessment reports and analyzed issues for leadership team.
- Completed assessments for residents admitted under assessments requiring [Number] day books.
Education
Nursing
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN05-1993
Certificate LPN - Nursing LPN
Bristol Tn. Adult Education
Bristol ,Tennessee01-1980
Skills
- Basic life support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Discharge planning
- Medical assessment
- Chart updating
- Medical records management
- Data collection
- Lab result interpretation
- Evaluations
- Patient care planning
- Long-term care
- Chronic disease management
- EMR systems
- Patient evaluation
- Case management
- Care planning
Timeline
RN MDS Coordinator
Medical Solutions
11.2015 - Current
Nursing
East Tennessee State University
Certificate LPN - Nursing LPN
Bristol Tn. Adult Education
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