Experienced Licensed Practical Nurse and MDS Coordinator with over 10 years in long-term care settings. Skilled in care planning, infection control, and team leadership, overseeing up to 40 residents and supervising teams of 2-3 CNAs while on the floor. Proficient in documentation, medication administration, and interdisciplinary communication to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.
Work History
MDS Coordinator
4 Years 4 Months
Accura HealthCare | 05.2022 - Current
Oversaw doctor rounds, infection control, coding tasks for CNAs, user setup in PCC, admissions, discharges, wound tracking, weight log tracking, and chart auditing to ensure compliance and support operational efficiency
Filled in as floor nurse, administered medications and insulin, and maintained accurate charting to ensure continuity of patient care
Led care plan updates and conducted assessments for MDS 3.0 to enhance accuracy and timeliness of resident documentation
Coordinated Minimum Data Set assessments to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
Developed training materials for staff on MDS documentation processes and best practices.
Analyzed patient data trends to identify areas for improvement in care planning and resource allocation.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans based on MDS findings, promoting patient-centered care.
Expedited reimbursement processes by submitting accurate MDS reports within established timeframes, reducing potential delays or denials from Medicare/Medicaid programs.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
3 Years 9 Months
Akron Care Center | 08.2018 - 05.2022
Directed a team of 3 CNAs during overnight shifts to ensure care for 40 residents.
Documented resident statuses, including vital signs and assessments, enhancing accuracy of medical records and supporting effective care decisions
Documented resident statuses, including vital signs and assessments, to ensure accurate medical records
Facilitated communication with families and doctors to coordinate resident care and address concerns
Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and comfort.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
3 Years 9 Months
Akron Care Center | 08.2018 - 05.2022
Led a team of 3 CNAs as overnight charge nurse to provide care for 40 residents.
Administered medication passes and maintained thorough documentation to support regulatory compliance
Documented resident statuses, including vital signs and assessments, to ensure accurate medical records
Coordinated communication between families and doctors to ensure comprehensive resident care and timely resolution of concerns
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
2 Years 1 Month
Hudson care and rehab | 07.2016 - 08.2018
Directed care for 35 patients on 2nd and 3rd shifts, supervised 2 CNAs to achieve optimal patient outcomes
Completed shift documentation on condition changes and medication administration, enhancing accuracy of patient records
Administered medications and collaborated with aides to ensure effective patient care and safety
Ordered supplies to maintain adequate inventory and support uninterrupted patient care
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Northwest Iowa Community College | Sheldon, Iowa | 12-2024
Nursing - Associate's degree
Western Iowa Tech Community College | Sioux City, IA | 05-2016
High School Diploma
Akron Westfield Community High School | Akron, IA | 05-2009
Skills
MDS
Infection control
Infection control
Medication Administration
Patient Care
Wound Care
Clinical Documentation
Nutritional Assessment
PCC (PointClickCare)
Patient Advocacy
Venipuncture
Tube Feeding
Staff Supervision
Patient support
Case Team Leadership
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Certification
LVN, BLS Certification, LPN
Additional Information
I do have my IV certification
Personal Information
Title: Charge Nurse
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer