Natalie Bruch
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with a variety of professional experiences. Seeking a position where I can continue to learn and grow while providing the best care to patients and families. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Expertise in patient assessment, care planning, and interdisciplinary communication.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MDS Coordinator
Coastal Palms Nursing and Rehab
09.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Enhanced patient care quality by implementing comprehensive MDS assessments and care plans.
- Collaborated closely with therapy departments to accurately capture rehabilitation needs within MDS documentation, supporting appropriate resource allocation for residents'' needs.
PRN
Elara Caring
04.2024 - Current
- Managed caseload efficiently while maintaining high-quality service delivery standards for each patient encounter.
- Evaluated progress regularly through data-driven assessments to ensure appropriate adjustments were made to clients'' treatment plans as needed.
MDS Coordinator
Pelican Pointe Nursing Center
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Complete assessments for insurance purposes of Medicare and managed care patients
- Meet with patients and families to discuss the patient’s condition and care plans
- Host meetings to discuss PASRR patient needs
- Work closely with Business office Manager for billing and completing assessments based on insurance plans
RN Case Manager
Christus Hospice
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
RN Case Manager
Gracia Hospice
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Provided care to terminally ill patients in their home, group home or nursing facility settings
- Developed and implemented personalized patient care plans
- Worked closely with MD and families to provide the best support, comfort, and care
- Educated Families and patients on end of life, maintained comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients
- Collaborate with hospice team consisting of social worker, medical director, chaplain, Nursing
Aveanna Healthcare-pediatrics
09.2018 - 01.2020
- Total patient care in home setting
- Respiratory treatments
- Trach/vent and G-button experience
- Communicate with physician’s and families
- Advocate for patient
- Teaching and education provided
LVN
Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
03.2016 - 03.2018
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Certified nursing assistant/LVN
Retama Manor Nursing
01.2014 - 01.2016
Education
Associate in Nursing -
Coastal Bend College
Corpus Christi, TX12.2018
Vocational Nursing -
Kaplan College
Corpus Christi, TX09.2015
Medical Assistant -
South Texas Vo-Tech
Corpus Christi, TX01.2011
High School Diploma -
Banquete High School
Banquete, TX01.2007
Skills
- Wound Care
- Foley Insertion
- Vital Signs
- Colostomy Care
- Tracheal Care/Suction
- Oxygen therapy
- Medication Administration
- Physical assessment
- Parenteral feedings
- Total patient Care
- Infection control
- HIPAA trained
- Electronic health records proficiency
- Research and data collection
- Continuous learning commitment
- Policy and procedure development
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Long-term care experience
- Geriatric nursing experience
- Resource utilization management
- Case management experience
Certification
- CPR/AED, 07/23-07/25
- Certification for Minimum Data Set (MDS), Resource Utilization Group
- RN, 02/28/25, TX
Additionalinformation - Willingtoobtaincertifications
Willing to obtain any required certifications for position.
Timeline
MDS Coordinator
Coastal Palms Nursing and Rehab
09.2024 - Current
PRN
Elara Caring
04.2024 - Current
MDS Coordinator
Pelican Pointe Nursing Center
08.2023 - 01.2024
RN Case Manager
Christus Hospice
06.2021 - 06.2022
RN Case Manager
Gracia Hospice
01.2020 - 04.2021
Aveanna Healthcare-pediatrics
09.2018 - 01.2020
LVN
Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
03.2016 - 03.2018
Certified nursing assistant/LVN
Retama Manor Nursing
01.2014 - 01.2016
Vocational Nursing -
Kaplan College
Medical Assistant -
South Texas Vo-Tech
High School Diploma -
Banquete High School
- CPR/AED, 07/23-07/25
- Certification for Minimum Data Set (MDS), Resource Utilization Group
- RN, 02/28/25, TX
Associate in Nursing -
Coastal Bend College
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