Loletha Pierce

• Administered patient assessments to develop individualized care plans for rehabilitation progress.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care and optimize recovery outcomes.
• Educated patients and families on treatment protocols and self-care strategies, enhancing understanding and compliance.
• Monitored vital signs and medical conditions, ensuring timely interventions for optimal patient safety and comfort.
• Mentored junior nursing staff on best practices in rehabilitation care, fostering professional development and teamwork.
• Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve rehabilitation techniques and enhance patient mobility.
• Enhanced the quality of patient care through effective communication with interdisciplinary team members.
• Implemented fall prevention strategies within the facility resulting in decreased falls among high-risk patients.
• Facilitated smooth transitions between acute care settings and home environments, coordinating necessary resources for continued progress in recovery.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
• Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Streamlined documentation processes within electronic health record systems to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Managed complex wound care cases, utilizing advanced dressing techniques to promote timely healing while preventing complications such as infection or skin breakdowns.
• Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care techniques and providing adaptive equipment recommendations.
• Mentored new rehabilitation nurses, sharing expertise in evidence-based practices leading to successful integration within the team.
• Optimized functional abilities of stroke patients through dedicated neurological assessments and early mobilization strategies.
• Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting interventions as needed to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
• Educated patients and families on medication management, reducing errors while promoting adherence to prescribed treatment regimens.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

• Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to care protocols and patient safety standards.
• Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams, enhancing communication and collaboration.
• Mentored new LVNs and nursing assistants, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
• Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
• Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
• Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
• Promoted a culture of teamwork and collaboration among nursing staff by encouraging the sharing of best practices, learning from one another''s experiences, and supporting each other in challenging situations.
• Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
• Managed patient caseloads effectively by prioritizing needs, delegating tasks appropriately, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.

• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and compliance with care standards.
• Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
• Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records, maintaining up-to-date information for clinical reviews.
• Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
• Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
• Promoted patient safety through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to the appropriate healthcare provider promptly.
• Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care during transitions between facilities or levels of care.
• Advocated for patients'' needs effectively, working closely with healthcare providers to develop and implement appropriate care plans.
• Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
• Fostered a positive work environment by collaborating with colleagues, sharing knowledge, and mentoring new nursing staff members.
• Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
• Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
• Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
• Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.

• Coordinated Medicaid eligibility determinations for clients, streamlining application processes.
• Developed training materials for staff on Medicaid policy updates and compliance regulations.
• Facilitated communication between clients, healthcare providers, and state agencies to ensure service access.
• Oversaw case management activities, ensuring timely resolution of client inquiries and issues.
• Led initiatives to educate clients about their benefits and rights under the Medicaid program.
• Managed a high caseload effectively, prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines consistently while maintaining high standards of service quality.
• Implemented new filing systems that streamlined recordkeeping processes, improving efficiency and organization within the department.
• Served as a liaison between clients and government agencies, effectively resolving issues related to enrollment or benefits access.
• Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs.
• Developed and implemented training programs for staff.
• Established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders.

Completed all LTCMI in order to bill medicaid for patient stay.

Frequent visits to hospitals, psych facilities and LTACs examining possible referrals for medical necessity.

PASSR Nurse prescreened all potential patients for PASSR positive diagnosis such as serious mental illness or intellectual disabilities before hospital discharge.

Care planning compliance for service coordination with all PASSR positive patients. Ensuring that the nursing facility remain compliant with state and federal regulations by conducting continuous resident reviews when significant changes occur

• Facilitated training sessions for staff members on changes in Medicaid policy or procedure, increasing team proficiency and adaptability.
• Exceeded departmental goals for timely case processing, contributing to the overall success of the Medicaid program.
• Increased approval rates by proactively identifying potential eligibility issues and providing guidance to applicants.