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Natalie Rodriguez

Danbury

Summary

Dedicated nursing professional with expertise in regulatory compliance, medication management, and care coordination. Proven ability to enhance resident wellness through effective health assessments and clinical supervision.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Director of Nursing

Maplewood at Stony Hill
Bethel
07.2024 - Current

· Ensured clinical services were delivered in compliance with state regulations, accepted clinical standards, agency policies, and assisted living/memory care requirements.

· Coordinated and managed nursing and personal care attendant services for residents in assisted living and memory care settings.

· Provided direct nursing support including resident education, wellness counseling, health promotion, disease prevention, and care for residents with chronic and stable conditions.

· Verified resident medication regimens with physicians and healthcare providers to ensure safe administration and supervision of medications.

· Assisted residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, toileting, eating, hygiene, and mobility assistance.

· Conducted pre-admission and move-in assessments, collected and documented resident data, reviewed medical paperwork, and contributed to individualized service plan development.

· Monitored resident health status and identified needs for additional assessments, care coordination, or healthcare referrals.

· Coordinated resident healthcare services in collaboration with families, physicians, and outside healthcare agencies.

· Led regular Service Plan Reviews with residents, families, responsible parties, and interdisciplinary staff to address changes in care levels and resident needs.

· Coordinated and participated in staff orientation, training, continuing education, and competency development in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory standards.

· Supervised resident care staff and monitored documentation, communication, and delivery of nursing and personal care services.

· Delegated nursing tasks in compliance with state regulations and community policies.

· Maintained compliance with infection control, immunization, and infectious disease management protocols.

· Assisted with resident transitions, including move-outs and discontinuation of services when higher levels of care were required.

· Conducted routine quality assurance audits of resident care systems, documentation, and compliance tools to maintain high standards of care.

· Assisted with monthly staffing schedules and provided after-hours/on-call support for resident care needs and emergency situations.

· Prepared and communicated weekly reports regarding resident care operations, compliance issues, and service delivery updates to leadership.

· Collaborated with executive leadership and participated in additional resident care and community operations as assigned.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Maplewood at Newtown
Newtown
09.2015 - 07.2024
  • Administered medications to residents following prescribed treatment plans.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
  • Assisted in daily living activities to enhance resident comfort and well-
  • Direct care and service to residents
  • Teaching and wellness counseling
  • Health Promotion
  • Participation in assessments under the supervision of the Resident Services Director
  • Support of residents and families
  • Oversight of Certified Nursing Assistants
  • Training of associates and auditing of care
  • Completing monthly in-service training as required

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Naugatuck Valley Community College
Waterbury, CT
05-2024

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Lincoln Technical Institute
Shelton, CT
09-2015

Skills

  • Regulatory compliance
  • Medication management
  • Care coordination
  • Health assessments
  • Infection control
  • Clinical supervision
  • Nursing staff supervision

Timeline

Assistant Director of Nursing

Maplewood at Stony Hill
07.2024 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Maplewood at Newtown
09.2015 - 07.2024

Associate of Science - Nursing

Naugatuck Valley Community College

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Lincoln Technical Institute
Natalie Rodriguez