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Melanie Stiggins

Indiantown

Summary

Dynamic MDS Coordinator with extensive experience at Promontory Health Services, adept at completing MDS assessments with attention to PDPM outcomes, ICD 10 coding, developing individualized care plans and ensuring regulatory compliance. Proven track record in optimizing Medicare reimbursement processes. Strong attention to detail and adaptability drive successful resident outcomes in skilled nursing facilities.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

MDS Coordinator

Promontory Health Services
Portland, OR
12.2021 - Current
  • Currently working REMOTELY for two, 45 bed skilled nursing facilities in Nebraska
  • Complete comprehensive assessments to determine resident care needs and eligibility for services.
  • Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements through meticulous documentation and reporting.
  • Ensure timely completion of all MDS assessments, maintaining full compliance with federal and state regulations.
  • Assessed electronic medical record for required documentation to support MDS coding.
  • Developed a comprehensive system for tracking MDS completion deadlines, ensuring timely submissions and minimizing the risk of financial penalties.
  • Participate in daily clinical meetings via phone, teams, or Zoom

MDS Coordinator

Hillcrest Health Services
Lincoln, NE
07.2019 - 11.2021
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to determine resident care needs and eligibility for services.
  • Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements through meticulous documentation and reporting.
  • Trained staff on MDS processes, enhancing understanding and accuracy of assessments.

MDS Coordinator/Charge Nurse

McPherson Health and Rehab
McPherson, KS
09.2016 - 06.2019
  • Coordinated comprehensive assessments for resident care planning and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments to optimize reimbursement processes.
  • Developed training materials and conducted workshops for staff on MDS regulations and best practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance resident outcomes through tailored care plans.
  • Charge nurse for 45 bed SNF.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Hutchinson Community College
Hutchinson, KS

Skills

  • HIPAA compliance
  • Electronic health records proficiency
  • Medical record management
  • Research and data collection
  • MDS software familiarity
  • Medicare reimbursement knowledge, PDPM, ICD 10 coding
  • Time management abilities
  • Professional demeanor
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Attention to detail

Software

Point Click Care, EPIC

Timeline

MDS Coordinator

Promontory Health Services
12.2021 - Current

MDS Coordinator

Hillcrest Health Services
07.2019 - 11.2021

MDS Coordinator/Charge Nurse

McPherson Health and Rehab
09.2016 - 06.2019

Associate of Science - Nursing

Hutchinson Community College