Proactive and compassionate licensed RN in Wisconsin, with expertise in the admission process, as well as MDS experience. Excellent communication and time management skills. Handles tasks with accuracy and efficiency. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Dedicated nursing professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations.
Work History
Admissions Coordinator
Samaritan Health Center
11.2023 - Current
Responsible for managing and directing the admissions process in a healthcare facility; managing referrals from hospitals, doctors' offices, other nursing homes, other related businesses, and home
Communicate with referral source, resident, insurance representative and corporate office related to the status of referral progress and discharge plan
Provide excellent customer service acting as a liaison between the facility and social worker or discharge planner to ensure a smooth transition from beginning of referral, through complete admission, including admission paperwork
Health Service Director
Auberge Oak Village
09.2022 - 11.2023
Improved patient care quality by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care.
Promoted a culture of safety by enforcing strict infection control measures and addressing potential hazards proactively.
Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
Admission Nurse/MDS Coordinator
Samaritan Healthcenter
02.2020 - 11.2022
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharge support.
Upheld critical security standards when managing user access actions such as setting up and removing accounts.
Ensured timely completion of all MDS assessments, maintaining full compliance with federal and state regulations.
Director of Admissions
The Pavilion At Glacier Valley
02.2014 - 12.2019
Responsible for managing and directing the admissions process in a healthcare facility; managing referrals from hospitals, doctors' offices, other nursing homes, other related businesses, and home
Work closely with director of nursing and business office to determine if referrals are clinically and financially appropriate for facility
Meet census goals by working with the facility's interdisciplinary team and coordinate customer flow in both long term care and short term rehabilitation
Generate daily census report and biweekly reports while maintaining and enhancing occupancy percentage at or above budget with a payer mix that meets or exceeds the budget expectations
Develops and implements long-range and short-term marketing plans
Responsible for adding admission profile in census including code status into the EMR
Communicate with referral source, resident, insurance representative and corporate office related to the status of referral progress and discharge plan
Provide excellent customer service acting as a liaison between the facility and social worker or discharge planner to ensure a smooth transition from beginning of referral, through complete admission, including admission paperwork
Work closely with the Regional Director of Sales and Marketing in the development and execution of the sales and marketing plan
Registered Nurse
The Pavilion At Glacier Valley
04.2013 - 02.2014
Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Moraine Park Technical College
Beaver Dam, WI
High School Diploma -
Hartford Union High School
Hartford, WI
Skills
Current knowledge and understanding of payment systems
Proficient in personal computing skills
Experience as a department director
Excellent problem solving skills
Analyze referral from both clinical and financial aspect
Detailed oriented
Organized, efficient, and willing to learn
Experience drafting policies and admissions criteria
