NADIYE MCCLENDON

Set schedules for staff to start and complete MDS assessments and care plan meetings.

• Ensured timely completion of all MDS assessments, maintaining full compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge on CMS guidelines and changes to ensure accuracy in reporting and reimbursement processes.
• Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing.
• Collaborated with nursing staff to provide accurate and timely clinical assessments for each resident, leading to improved overall care.
• Monitored changing regulations related to RAI/MDS requirements, keeping staff informed about updates that impact their daily work routines.
• Provided ongoing education for nursing staff regarding MDS best practices, contributing to a knowledgeable and skilled workforce.
• Complied with federal and state regulations for completion and coordination of RAI process.

• Ensured timely completion of all MDS assessments, maintaining full compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Set schedules for staff to start and complete MDS assessments and care plan meetings.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge on CMS guidelines and changes to ensure accuracy in reporting and reimbursement processes.
• Collaborated with nursing staff to provide accurate and timely clinical assessments for each resident, leading to improved overall care.
• Enhanced patient care quality by implementing comprehensive MDS assessments and care plans.
• Provided ongoing education for nursing staff regarding MDS best practices, contributing to a knowledgeable and skilled workforce.
• Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing.
• Assessed electronic medical record for required documentation to support MDS coding.
• Coordinated timely admissions, transfers, and discharges for efficient bed utilization within the nursing unit.
• Conducted regular staff trainings to ensure competence in clinical skills, improving overall quality of care on the unit.
• Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
• Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
• Administered medications and injections to patients.
• Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
• Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.

• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
• Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
• Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
• Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
• Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
• Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
• Reduced medication errors by establishing stringent medication administration procedures.
• Maintained high standards of patient care during high-volume shifts, managing patient assignments to optimize nurse workload.
• Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.