Jerri Watson
Ahoskie,NC
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience in MDS and RAI process, adept at training staff in appropriate and accurate documentation, MDS compliance. Proven ability to streamline processes and improve documentation accuracy, ensuring optimal reimbursement and regulatory adherence. Skilled in electronic health records and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration for superior patient outcomes. I am extremely tome management oriented and complete assessments in structured timeliness requirements.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
ECU Health
Ahoskie
10.2016 - Current
- Executed physician-directed treatment plans in heart failure, pulmonary, and cardiology clinics.
- Tracked patient vital signs, noting any changes in status.
- Provided patients and families with information on effective health management and post-discharge care.
- Streamlined medication authorization and appeal procedures.
MDS COORDINATOR CASE MANAGER
Kindred Healthcare Inc.
Elizabeth City, NC
04.2009 - 10.2016
- Coordinated comprehensive assessments of residents to develop individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Managed documentation and reporting processes for Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement.
- Trained nursing staff on MDS procedures and best practices for accurate data entry.
- Analyzed resident data to identify trends and improve quality of care initiatives.
- Streamlined workflows for MDS submissions, enhancing timeliness and accuracy of reports.
- Led quality assurance audits to maintain high standards in patient care documentation.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers and families regarding resident needs and changes in condition.
- 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.
- Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing.
- Collaborated closely with therapy departments to accurately capture rehabilitation needs within MDS documentation, supporting appropriate resource allocation for residents'' needs.
- Assessed electronic medical record for required documentation to support MDS coding.
- Enhanced patient care quality by implementing comprehensive MDS assessments and care plans.
- 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.
- Completed minimum data set assessments with strong collaboration across business, provider and clinical disciplines.
- Developed a comprehensive system for tracking MDS completion deadlines, ensuring timely submissions and minimizing the risk of financial penalties.
- Established regular review processes to evaluate the accuracy and completeness of MDS records, leading to proactive identification of potential issues before they escalate.
- Led weekly utilization review to go over recent clinical activities.
- Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate efficient collaboration on resident care planning.
- Provided guidance to nursing staff on accurate completion of Section GG assessments, enhancing overall documentation quality and supporting appropriate Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement rates.
- Conducted audits of current MDS records to identify discrepancies and improve record accuracy, enhancing reimbursement rates for the facility.
- Complied with federal and state regulations for completion and coordination of RAI process.
Occupational Health Wellness Center Manager
Perdue Farms, Inc.
Lewiston Woodville, NC
06.2008 - 04.2009
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Developed training programs to enhance staff performance and operational efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced waste and increased productivity.
- Managed inventory control systems to optimize resource allocation and minimize costs.
Director of Nursing
Kindred Healthcare Inc.
Ahoskie, NC
06.2007 - 06.2008
- Led nursing staff to deliver high-quality patient care in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Developed and implemented nursing policies to enhance operational efficiency and patient outcomes.
- Managed recruitment, training, and performance evaluations of nursing personnel to ensure team competency.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize care plans and improve patient satisfaction scores.
MDS Coordinator/Assistant Director of Nursing
Vencor/Kindred Healthcare
Ahoskie, NC
03.2002 - 06.2007
- Coordinated MDS assessments to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and optimize resident care plans.
- Led interdisciplinary team meetings to enhance communication and improve patient outcomes across healthcare services.
- Trained nursing staff on MDS documentation practices to ensure accuracy and consistency in data reporting.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that streamlined assessment processes, enhancing operational efficiency.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Roanoke Chowan Community College
Ahoskie, NC05-1994
Skills
Gathering and inputting acurate and documented patient data into MDS and completion of the RAI process for medical reimbursement
HIPAA compliance
Electronic health records proficiency
Medical record management
Research and data collection
Timeline
Registered Nurse
ECU Health
10.2016 - Current
MDS COORDINATOR CASE MANAGER
Kindred Healthcare Inc.
04.2009 - 10.2016
Occupational Health Wellness Center Manager
Perdue Farms, Inc.
06.2008 - 04.2009
Director of Nursing
Kindred Healthcare Inc.
06.2007 - 06.2008
MDS Coordinator/Assistant Director of Nursing
Vencor/Kindred Healthcare
03.2002 - 06.2007
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Roanoke Chowan Community College