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Dena Means

Grand Saline,TX

Summary

Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

RN, MDS Nurse

Azalea Trail Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Grand Saline, United States
07.2021 - Current
  • Scheduled and completed MDS assessments to maintain compliance with CMS requirements and maximize facility reimbursements.
  • Developed and maintained resident care plans.
  • Participated in daily and weekly administrative team meetings to plan and coordinate resident care.
  • Monitored orders and documentation to assure resident care.

RN, MDS Nurse

Wood Memorial Nursing Home
Mineola, Texas
08.2017 - 01.2021

Same as above.

RN, MDS Nurse

The Willows Of Kilgore
Kilgore, Texas
09.2016 - 08.2017

Same as above.

RN, Medical-Surgical

Christus Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
Tyler, TX
07.2015 - 09.2016
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.

Medical-Surgical RN

East Texas Medical Center (UT Health East Texas)
Tyler, TX
07.2012 - 07.2015

Same as above

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX
05.2012

Associate of Science - History

University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX
1990

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Critical Thinking
  • Accurate Documentation
  • Medication Administration

Timeline

RN, MDS Nurse

Azalea Trail Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
07.2021 - Current

RN, MDS Nurse

Wood Memorial Nursing Home
08.2017 - 01.2021

RN, MDS Nurse

The Willows Of Kilgore
09.2016 - 08.2017

RN, Medical-Surgical

Christus Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
07.2015 - 09.2016

Medical-Surgical RN

East Texas Medical Center (UT Health East Texas)
07.2012 - 07.2015

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Texas At Tyler

Associate of Science - History

University of Texas At Tyler
Dena Means