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Jullissa Cardona

Lauderhill,FL

Summary

Accomplished LPN with a proven track record at Consulate Health Care, enhancing patient outcomes through expert wound care and compassionate support. Skilled in geriatric nursing and HIPAA compliance, I've led initiatives that significantly improved care quality and efficiency. Leveraging strong case management abilities and a patient-centered approach, I excel in fast-paced healthcare environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

Working Nurses
12.2022 - Current
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
  • Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
  • Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.

MDS Coordinator

Nspire Health
07.2020 - Current
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing.
  • 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.
  • Reduced errors in data collection by streamlining the MDS process and improving communication among interdisciplinary teams.
  • Conducted audits of current MDS records to identify discrepancies and improve record accuracy, enhancing reimbursement rates for the facility.
  • Provided guidance to nursing staff on accurate completion of Section GG assessments, enhancing overall documentation quality and supporting appropriate Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement rates.
  • Complied with federal and state regulations for completion and coordination of RAI process.
  • Trained staff in correct techniques for completing and signing MDS assessments.
  • Supported facility-wide initiatives aimed at reducing hospital readmissions by closely monitoring MDS data for trends and potential areas of concern.
  • Identified areas of improvement in the facility''s quality measures through thorough analysis of MDS data, resulting in targeted interventions and better outcomes for residents.
  • Improved communication between departments by establishing clear protocols regarding assessment timelines, leading to more efficient care planning processes.
  • Supported resident families with clear communication, providing updates on care plans and answering questions about MDS process.
  • Improved patient outcomes with comprehensive assessments, identifying changes in condition and adjusting care plans accordingly.
  • Improved interdisciplinary team collaboration by organizing regular strategy meetings to discuss care plans and resident needs.
  • Conducted training sessions for nursing staff on MDS processes, elevating quality of documentation and care planning.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions of care by collaborating with external healthcare providers, ensuring continuity of care for residents.
  • Implemented quality improvement projects, identifying areas for enhancement in resident care and MDS process accuracy.

LPN

Consulate Health Care
02.2019 - 09.2020
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.

Education

Certificate - Licensed Practical Nursing

Eastern Suffolk Boces
Brentwood
05.2015

High School Diploma -

Bay Shore Senior High School
Bay Shore, NY
06.2010

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Medical Documentation

Geriatric Nursing

Catheter Care

Tracheostomy Care

Compassionate Care

Diabetes management

End of life care

Nursing Ethics

Rehabilitation Nursing

Palliative Care

Respiratory Care

Health Promotion

Disease Prevention

Home healthcare

Wound Care

HIPAA Compliance

Clinical Documentation

Patient Assessments

Patient evaluations

Patient Management

Case Management

Regulatory Requirements

Certified in CPR/AED

Nursing Intervention Evaluations

Quality Assessments

Care Planning and Modifications

Recordkeeping and Maintenance

Timeline

LPN

Working Nurses
12.2022 - Current

MDS Coordinator

Nspire Health
07.2020 - Current

LPN

Consulate Health Care
02.2019 - 09.2020

Certificate - Licensed Practical Nursing

Eastern Suffolk Boces

High School Diploma -

Bay Shore Senior High School

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