Dulce Regatalio
San Jacinto,CA
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with expertise in MDS assessments and interdisciplinary care coordination at San Jacinto Valley Post Acute. Proven leadership in enhancing resident outcomes and ensuring HIPAA compliance. Skilled in critical thinking and staff education, contributing to improved documentation practices and successful state survey preparations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
MDS Coordinator
San Jacinto Valley Post Acute
08.2023 - Current
- Complete scheduled MDS assessments including admission, quarterly, annual, and significant change assessments.
- Review medical records, therapy notes, CNA documentation, and physician orders to ensure accurate coding.
- Coordinate interdisciplinary care plan meetings with nursing staff, therapists, dietitians, and social services.
- Submit MDS data electronically and maintain assessment scheduling calendars.
- Monitor resident outcomes such as falls, pressure injuries, weight loss, and behavioral changes.
- Assist facility leadership in preparing for state surveys and regulatory audits.
- Educate nursing staff and CNAs on documentation requirements to support accurate MDS coding.
Clinical Care Coordinator
San Jacinto Healthcare
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Coordinated patient care plans, enhancing communication between healthcare providers and patients.
- Managed scheduling for multidisciplinary team meetings, optimizing resource allocation and patient flow.
- Developed and implemented patient education programs, improving understanding of treatment plans and compliance.
- Analyzed patient data to identify trends, driving initiatives for improved health outcomes within the community.
Infection Preventionist
San Jacinto Healthcare
06.2020 - 03.2022
- Implement and monitor facility infection prevention and control programs.
- Track infections, outbreaks, and reportable diseases among residents and staff.
- Educate staff on infection control practices including hand hygiene, PPE, and isolation protocols.
- Conduct infection surveillance and maintain infection logs.
- Ensure compliance with infection control guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
- Assist in preparing documentation for state surveys and inspections.
LVN Charge Nurse
San Jacinto Healthcare
02.2016 - 06.2020
- Supervise CNAs and coordinate daily nursing care for residents in a skilled nursing unit.
- Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitor resident condition and report significant changes to physicians and supervisors.
- Implement and update resident care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Ensure accurate documentation in electronic medical records.
- Maintain compliance with facility policies and long-term care regulations.
- Assist in preparing documentation for state surveys and inspections.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Colegio San Agustin-Bacolod
Philippines03.2010
Skills
- Critical thinking
- HIPAA compliance
- Leadership and supervision
Timeline
MDS Coordinator
San Jacinto Valley Post Acute
08.2023 - Current
Clinical Care Coordinator
San Jacinto Healthcare
03.2022 - 08.2023
Infection Preventionist
San Jacinto Healthcare
06.2020 - 03.2022
LVN Charge Nurse
San Jacinto Healthcare
02.2016 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Colegio San Agustin-Bacolod