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Kathy Cheatwood

Kathy Cheatwood

Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator
Heflin,AL

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator with extensive experience at Diversicare, excelling in MDS coordination and patient care plan development. Proven ability to enhance documentation practices and ensure HIPAA compliance, while demonstrating compassionate patient care and effective communication skills. Committed to improving resident outcomes through thorough assessments and tailored care strategies.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator

Diversicare
01.2022 - Current

Coordinate and complete the MDS and submission process

Conduct thorough assessments of patients and residents in the healthcare facilities


Review nursing documentation practices for clarity, conciseness, and consistency with residents needs, goals, and payer expectations.


Identifying and monitoring resident skilled services; coordinating the RAI process


Monitoring resident/patient status to identify changes in condition, barrier to discharge, and progress toward care plan goals

Implementation of care plans that is patient/resident centered

Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator

NHC Nursing Home and Rehab
06.2018 - 12.2024

Coordinate and complete the MDS and submission process

Conduct thorough assessments of patients and residents in the healthcare facilities

Review nursing documentation practices for clarity, conciseness, and consistency with residents needs, goals, and payer expectations.

Identifying and monitoring resident skilled services; coordinating the RAI process

Monitoring resident/patient status to identify changes in condition, barrier to discharge, and progress toward care plan goals

Implementation of care plans that is patient/resident centered

Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator

Diversicare
02.2011 - 01.2018

Coordinate and complete the MDS and submission process

Conduct thorough assessments of patients and residents in the healthcare facilities

Review nursing documentation practices for clarity, conciseness, and consistency with residents needs, goals, and payer expectations.

Identifying and monitoring resident skilled services; coordinating the RAI process

Monitoring resident/patient status to identify changes in condition, barrier to discharge, and progress toward care plan goals

Implementation of care plans that is patient/resident centered

Registered Nurse

Mountain View Mental Health
07.2010 - 02.2011

Follow physician orders and treatment plans


Administration of medication and monitoring of adverse reactions or side effects.


Education of patient and family members


Conduction of evaluations and screenings


Communication with team members


Documentation of treatments, medications, and other patient care aspects


Support compassionate care and understanding of patients and families emotional and physical needs

Decision making and professional judgment with emergency situations


Education

Associate Degree In Nursing - Science Education

Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL
05.2010

Skills

  • Care plan development
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Medical terminology
  • Patient care coordination
  • MDS scheduling, completion, and submission
  • CMAC certification

Timeline

Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator

Diversicare
01.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator

NHC Nursing Home and Rehab
06.2018 - 12.2024

Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator

Diversicare
02.2011 - 01.2018

Registered Nurse

Mountain View Mental Health
07.2010 - 02.2011

Associate Degree In Nursing - Science Education

Gadsden State Community College
Kathy Cheatwood Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator