Emily Shelstad

• Provided direct patient care to residents with memory-related conditions.
• Assisted in daily living activities and monitored resident well-being.
• Administered medications according to established protocols and schedules.
• Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
• Educated residents and families on health management and resources available.
• Maintained a clean, safe environment adhering to health and safety standards.
• Supported recreational activities promoting social engagement among residents.

• Provided compassionate care to residents with memory impairments.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for individualized care plans.
• Monitored residents' health conditions and reported changes to nursing staff.
• Organized recreational activities to enhance social engagement among residents.
• Maintained a safe and clean environment for all residents and staff.
• Educated families on caregiving techniques and support resources available.
• Documented resident progress and care provided in electronic health records.
• Met with attending physician prior to suggest specialized interventions or uncommon diagnostic studies.
• Held regular meetings with family members to discuss progress of their loved ones.
• Developed individualized care plans tailored to meet the needs of each resident.
• Improved patient flow, administrative functions, and teamwork.
• Implemented strategies to reduce falls in high risk areas of the residence.
• Collaborated with professionals to discuss each case before diagnosis or interventions, except in clear basic cases.
• Participated in cases and made key decisions regarding patient treatment.
• Maintained medical records in electronic health system to document daily patient data.
• Identified methods to improve efficiency, as well as patient care and evaluation quality.
• Responded quickly and appropriately to any medical or behavioral emergencies that arose.
• Reported any incidents or accidents according to facility protocols.
• Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations regarding care facilities.

Continued duties as listed below, transferred facilities within the company to assist with needs during COVID.

• Oversaw nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care standards.
• Developed and implemented nursing policies and procedures for improved operations.
• Coordinated training programs for nursing staff to enhance clinical skills.
• Managed patient care schedules to optimize staff allocation and resource use.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to address patient needs effectively.
• Monitored compliance with healthcare regulations and accreditation standards.
• Evaluated nursing performance through regular assessments and feedback sessions.
• Facilitated communication between nursing staff and administrative leadership teams.
• Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity, and safety.
• Reviewed incident reports submitted by nurses related to any adverse events that occurred during their shift.
• Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Resolved conflicts among staff members in a professional manner while maintaining positive working relationships.
• Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing potential employees and making hiring decisions when appropriate.
• Provided clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff to ensure quality care was provided in a timely manner.
• Monitored changes in laws and regulations related to healthcare delivery services to ensure compliance with all applicable standards.
• Served as a mentor for new nurses providing support during their transition into the organization.
• Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
• Developed and implemented nursing policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety.
• Participated in interdisciplinary teams to discuss patient care issues or concerns and develop solutions as needed.

• Coordinated MDS assessments and care plans for diverse patient populations.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Reviewed documentation for compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
• Trained staff on MDS procedures and documentation requirements effectively.
• Monitored resident health status and reported changes to appropriate personnel.
• Assisted in data collection for federal reporting and quality measures compliance.
• Organized resident and family meetings to discuss care goals and updates.
• Facilitated team meetings with members from other departments such as Social Services, Dietary, Activities, Rehabilitation services, to discuss resident issues and concerns related to the MDS process.
• Developed individualized plans of care for each resident based on assessment findings.
• Reviewed clinical documentation to ensure accuracy of information reported on the MDS forms.
• Monitored residents' progress and updated MDS records accordingly.