Debra Rayas
Delta,CO
Summary
Highly organized and detail-oriented professional RN with strong work ethic and dedication to achieving goals. Skilled at developing and maintaining documentation systems, managing calendars and preparing reports. Knowledgeable in researching and auditing medical records for accuracy, appropriate treatment plans, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. I am an experienced communicator with other healthcare professionals in order to advance patient care goals and objectives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
MDS/MCR Coordinator
Willow Tree Care Center
07.2007 - 06.2021
- Performed nursing assessments (MDS) that are submitted to CMS for reimbursement, gathering data from multiple avenues such as the medical record, hospital records, staff interviews, patient and patient family interviews.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Gathered and analyzed data and performed audits in regards to quality measures that were direct results of the MDS.
- Assessed for subtle changes in patients via the MDS assessment tool and RAI process, monitoring for decline/changes in condition, weight loss, etc.
- Prepared agendas and took notes at meetings for medical record documentation.
- Performed chart and MDS audits to ensure accuracy and organization.
- Used job-related software to draft and finalize correspondence and documentation for CMS and corporate headquarters.
- Participated in family care plan meetings and in the development, review, updating and implementation of patient care plans as indicated.
- Effectively communicated with members of the interdisciplinary team including doctors, specialists, nurses, and therapists.
- Participated in Hospice care plan meetings to review, update, and ensure the best possible care for the Hospice patients.
- Provided instruction to nurses and CNAs on accurate documentation as needed.
- ICD 10 diagnosis coding for admissions or any changes in status.
- Evaluated operational practices and identified improvement opportunities to develop revisions for systems and procedures.
- Worked on the floor when needed passing medications and giving direct patient care.
Education
Associates of Nursing Degree - Nursing
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA12.1989
Skills
- Recordkeeping
- Data Entry
- Self-directed and self-motivated
- Thorough physical assessments and documentation
- Able to work effectively under stressful conditions and tight time frames/deadlines
- Strong critical thinking and problem solving
- Promotes and protects patient rights
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to develop excellent rapport with patients, families, staff and members of interdisciplinary team
- Palliative and holistic care focused
- Regulatory Compliance
Timeline
MDS/MCR Coordinator
Willow Tree Care Center
07.2007 - 06.2021
Associates of Nursing Degree - Nursing
Bakersfield College
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