Denise Thompson, BSN, RN
Vicksburg,MS
Summary
Dedicated Infusion RN with proven expertise at Infinity/Naven Health, excelling in IV therapy and patient assessments. Recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and effective communication. Achieved compliance in MDS processes as a Reimbursement Specialist, showcasing strong clinical judgment and commitment to quality improvement in geriatric care. Patient-oriented Nurse with over 34 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infusion RN
Infinity/Naven Health
06.2017 - Current
- Established IV access through PIV, Port
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- 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.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
MDS Coordinator/ Reimbursement Specialist
Vicksburg Convalescent Home
02.2004 - Current
- Monitor/Train/ Audit 6 facilities for compliance.
- Achieved advanced certification
- Set schedules for staff to start and complete MDS assessments and care plan meetings.
- Ensured timely completion of all MDS assessments, maintaining full compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on CMS guidelines and changes to ensure accuracy in reporting and reimbursement processes.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to provide accurate and timely clinical assessments for each resident, leading to improved overall care.
- Assessed electronic medical record for required documentation to support MDS coding.
- Collaborated closely with therapy departments to accurately capture rehabilitation needs within MDS documentation, supporting appropriate resource allocation for residents'' needs.
- Enhanced patient care quality by implementing comprehensive MDS assessments and care plans.
- Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing.
- Provided ongoing education for nursing staff regarding MDS best practices, contributing to a knowledgeable and skilled workforce.
- Monitored changing regulations related to RAI/MDS requirements, keeping staff informed about updates that impact their daily work routines.
- Implemented interdisciplinary meetings focused on individualized care plan development, resulting in more targeted interventions and improved resident outcomes.
- Developed a comprehensive system for tracking MDS completion deadlines, ensuring timely submissions and minimizing the risk of financial penalties.
- 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.
- Ensured compliance with federal and state regulations by meticulously reviewing and updating resident care plans.
- Advanced personal knowledge of MDS regulations and best practices through continuing education and professional development activities.
- Fostered positive work environment, encouraging teamwork and open communication among MDS and clinical staff.
- Achieved significant improvements in MDS accuracy and timeliness, recognized by facility leadership.
- Conducted training sessions for nursing staff on MDS processes, elevating quality of documentation and care planning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson, MS05-1991
Skills
- Basic life support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Discharge planning
- Quality improvement
- Geriatric care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Intravenous therapy
- IV setup
- Chart updating
- Relationship building
Accomplishments
- Supervise a team of 11 staff members.
- Achieved advanced certification (RAC-CTA) effectively providing expert knowledge to others
Certification
RAC-CTA
BCLS
Military
Served as an RN in the United States Navy from 1991-1998. While in the Navy, I achieved experience in a multitude of areas. I was the Director of Critical Care and Head of Internal Medicine Clinic. I also assisted in the development of a fully functioning field hospital at Camp Lejeune Marine Corps Base. I was Honorably Discharged with the rank of LT.
Timeline
Infusion RN
Infinity/Naven Health
06.2017 - Current
MDS Coordinator/ Reimbursement Specialist
Vicksburg Convalescent Home
02.2004 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Mississippi Medical Center
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