Jaime Cahoon Jones

Nurse Manager of a Federally Qualified Health Center providing primary care and preventative medicine. Supervises nurses, medical assistants and other healthcare professionals in their individual functions to ensure quality patient care. Manages scheduling of medical staff and assigns responsibilities to provide organized daily activities. Performs Registered Nursing duties as needed to assist in clinic. Maintains and updates nursing and emergency protocols as needed. Facilitates care planning discussions at departmental huddles and meetings. Responsible for focused patient education after medical visits at the health center. Participates in the CQI process to insure compliance with all policies and procedures and regulatory entities. Assists in the training and education of nursing staff. Assists and participates in on and off-site program planning. Coordinates activities relating to laboratories and referrals with providers. Participates in practice transformation and other activities necessary to implement the multi-disciplinary patient-centered medical home approach for the care of the patients.

Responsible in maintaining office/lab/vaccine/ medical equipment and inventory. Assists in the recruitment and interviewing for vacant nursing positions. Coordinates and facilitates patient flow. Works collaboratively with operational and clinical leadership.

Developed comprehensive resident assessment and care plans for 100-bed facility. Conducted assessments to determine each resident's functional and cognitive abilities, as well as their level of care needs, adhering to Medicare, private insurance and Medicaid requirements. Verified quality of assessments in accurately reflecting physical, mental and psychosocial status of each resident. Reviewed and validated care plan reports and monitored follow-up actions to identify systemic deficiencies. Managed comprehensive, interdisciplinary assessments for patient admissions and annual reviews. Coordinated completion of resident assessments in accordance with current federal and state regulations. Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans. Coordinated timely submission of all required documents including Minimum Data Set forms, Care Area Assessments, Quarterly Assessment Reconciliation, Annual Assessment Reconciliations and other regulatory paperwork. 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.

Coordinated assessments of residents and ensured timely completion adhering to Medicare, Insurance and Medicaid requirements. Complied with RAI process assuring accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of the MDS assessment and CAAs. Coordinated care between nursing staff to ensure proper management to meet residents needs . Scheduled, completed and participated in all care plans and family meetings. Responsible for updating care plans daily to meet residents needs. Provided inservices to floor nurses/CNAS on proper documentation of ADLs. Ensured proper documentation to maximize reimbursement. Supervised nursing staff in providing safe and effective resident care. Shared responsibility for backing up nursing staff 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Helped assure residents receive quality care. Assisted with the functioning of the nursing department along with the DON. Assured the best patient care possible by supervising and directing nursing personnel on the halls and being a liaison for staff nursing and nurse management. Responsible for hiring, supervising and developing work schedules for all CNAs. Also responsible as restorative nurse coordinator.

Provided nursing care to terminally ill patients to help ensure their comfort and quality of their remaining days; Assessed patients' physical and psychological needs, developed individualized care plans, and monitored progress in meeting goals. Provided patient and family education regarding disease process, symptom management, end-of-life issues, and available resources. Performed initial assessments of new patients to determine hospice eligibility. Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality care for all patients. Identified medical equipment and supplies needed by patient; arranged for delivery and set up as appropriate. Monitored medication regimens to ensure safe administration of medications in accordance with physician orders and nursing standards of practice. Provided emotional support to families during difficult times through active listening skills. Ensured timely completion of all required documentation including admission paperwork, discharge summaries.

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Provided public health nursing care to clients in their homes and in the community. Conducted assessments of client's physical, mental, emotional and social health needs. Developed individualized plans of care for clients based on assessment findings. Facilitated access to medical services and other resources for clients. Assessed clients' eligibility for federal and state benefits programs. Educated clients about preventive health measures, including nutrition, exercise and disease prevention. Coordinated with physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding client care plans. Participated in community outreach activities to promote public health awareness among target populations.

Provided direct care to patients including medication administration; Provided supervision and guidance to all nursing staff; Assessed unstable patients to ensure appropriate care given and facilitated emergency care; assisted staff nurse with skilled treatments; reported all changes in patient conditions as well as made bi-weekly rounds with MD; coordinated and obtained all specimens for lab work and reported abnormal values to MD as needed; reported to families as needed to make aware of all changes; Completed all necessary documentation for admissions/discharges; Counseled and provided educationteaching to nursing employees; Coordinated the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process including completion of an accurate Minimum Data Set and developed the interdisciplinary plan of care for each resident; Coordinated all care plan meetings with families and interdisciplinary team.

Provided individual care to patient's in their homes, developed treatment plans, and helped family members to understand treatment plan, patient's condition and how to help provide care. Also supervised CNAs who provided direct care and assistance with activities of daily living. Conducted assessments of client's physical, mental, emotional and social health needs. Provided case management services for individuals at risk for chronic diseases or illnesses. Assessed clients' eligibility for federal and state benefits programs.