Kristy Robinson
Oelwein,IA
Summary
Dedicated MDS Coordinator with expertise in interdisciplinary collaboration and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to enhance patient care quality through comprehensive assessments and individualized care plans.
Experienced with patient care assessments and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Utilizes strong organizational and analytical skills to accurately coordinate assessments and care plans. Knowledge of clinical documentation and team collaboration ensures smooth operations and quality patient care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
MDS Coordinator
Care Initiatives
Waterloo, IA
12.2024 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive Resident Assessments to determine care needs and develop individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and improve resident outcomes.
- Managed MDS submissions to state agencies, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in documentation.
- Educated nursing staff on MDS processes and updates, enhancing overall team knowledge and efficiency.
- Enhanced patient care quality by implementing comprehensive MDS assessments and care plans.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to provide accurate and timely clinical assessments for each resident, leading to improved overall care.
Registered Nurse
Grandview Healthcare Center
Oelwein, IA
12.2023 - 12.2024
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs and prioritize interventions.
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure patient safety and compliance.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Registered Nurse
MercyOne Hospital
Oelwein, IA
10.2019 - 12.2023
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy and efficiency in record-keeping.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Registered Nurse
Unity Point Hospital
Sumner, IA
04.2017 - 10.2019
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Purdue University Global
Cedar Falls, IA09-2018
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA05-2005
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Electronic health records proficiency
- Medical record management
- Research and data collection
- Care planning
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Regulatory Compliance Knowledge
- Geriatric nursing expertise
- Medicare reimbursement knowledge
- Case management experience
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
Timeline
MDS Coordinator
Care Initiatives
12.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Grandview Healthcare Center
12.2023 - 12.2024
Registered Nurse
MercyOne Hospital
10.2019 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse
Unity Point Hospital
04.2017 - 10.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Purdue University Global
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Hawkeye Community College