Merianette Febrie Cruz BSN,RN,MDS
Bergenfield,NJ
Summary
Known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specialize in client assessment, care plan development, and resource allocation. Process strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Director of Admissions
The Plaza Rehab and Nursing Center
The Bronx, NY
11.2022 - Current
- Provide Assistance to Admissions staff to set up patients coming to the facility.
- Train and Direct Admissions Coordinators in initiating Insurance authorizations for In-Patient coming in our facility.
- Clinically review Medical Referrals received from various Hospitals that needs Placement for Skilled Nursing Facility may it be Short term or Long term placement.
- Communicate with Doctors, Case Managers, Social Workers, Family members in order to Assess if Our facility is able to fully accept and manage the referred Case to be transferred.
- Coordinate availability of Medical Equipment's, Medications , Documents needed by interdisciplinary team of the facility.
MDS Manager/Admissions Clinical Assessor
The Plaza Rehab and Nursing Center
The Bronx, NY
11.2019 - 11.2022
- Minimum Data Set Nurse specialized working in short term and long term facilities primarily responsible for conducting standardized assessments of residents needs using Minimum Data Set (MDS) tool, which is comprehensive evaluation of their Cognitive status, functional abilities and psychological well being to ensure proper care coordination and quality Medical Monitoring within the facility.
- The information gathered From MDS Assessments plays a vital role in determining level of care and influenced reimbursement for Skilled Nursing facility.
Charge Nurse Manager
Hillside Manor Nursing Home
Queens, NY
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Provided leadership, coaching, mentoring and supervision to a team of RNs and LPNs.
Nurse
Bristal Assisted Living
02.2013 - 11.2017
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concern.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
Chief Emergency Medicine Physician
Divine Mercy Hospital/Beato Hospital
Laguna, Philippines
02.2004 - 11.2011
- Responded quickly and effectively to life threatening medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, respiratory distress, stroke, trauma or shock.
- Documented patient medical records in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Explained potential prognoses of diseases or traumatic conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St.Dominic Savio
Caloocan ,Philippines10-2006
Doctor Of Medicine
Manila Central University
Caloocan, Philippines04-2003
Bachelors of Science in Biochemistry
University Of Sto.Tomas
Manila ,Philippines03-1999
Skills
- Easily develop Rapport to patients, their family, Staff Nurses and Doctors and other Employees
- Skilled Health Care Professional
- Knowledgeable in Case Management, health insurance authorizations, and reimbursements
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Certified Minimum Data Set Nurse - July 2011 ;Advance Class for MDS.3.0 March 2021
- Completed -BLS- Active License in NYC
- New york RN license #686726-1
- NYC PRI Nurse- completed 2019
- Passed Philippine's Physician Licensure -Feb 2024
- Passed Philippine's Nursing Licensure- November 2008
Timeline
Associate Director of Admissions
The Plaza Rehab and Nursing Center
11.2022 - Current
MDS Manager/Admissions Clinical Assessor
The Plaza Rehab and Nursing Center
11.2019 - 11.2022
Charge Nurse Manager
Hillside Manor Nursing Home
02.2018 - 02.2019
Nurse
Bristal Assisted Living
02.2013 - 11.2017
Chief Emergency Medicine Physician
Divine Mercy Hospital/Beato Hospital
02.2004 - 11.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St.Dominic Savio
Doctor Of Medicine
Manila Central University
Bachelors of Science in Biochemistry
University Of Sto.Tomas
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