Ramona Essary
San Angelo
Summary
Dynamic Charge Nurse with extensive experience at Avir at Meadow Creek, excelling in clinical leadership and care coordination. Proven ability to enhance patient care quality through effective staff training and compliance with regulations. Compassionate advocate for patients, skilled in medication administration and fostering a collaborative team environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse - LVN
Avir at Meadow Creek
10.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
MDS Coordinator
San Angelo Nursing and Rehab
06.2021 - 10.2023
- 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.
- Enhanced patient care quality by implementing comprehensive MDS assessments and care plans.
MDS Coordinator
Meadow Creek of Caraday
12.2017 - 06.2021
- Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing.
- Collaborated closely with therapy departments to accurately capture rehabilitation needs within MDS documentation, supporting appropriate resource allocation for residents'' needs.
- Assessed electronic medical record for required documentation to support MDS coding.
- Provided ongoing education for nursing staff regarding MDS best practices, contributing to a knowledgeable and skilled workforce.
- Monitored changing regulations related to RAI/MDS requirements, keeping staff informed about updates that impact their daily work routines.
Regency House
Regency House at Senior Care
04.2012 - 12.2018
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Education
LVN - Nursing
Cisco Junior College
San Angelo09-1995
Skills
- Decision-making
- Clinical leadership
- Care coordination
- Team leadership
- Compassionate and patient
- Medication administration
- Patient care
- Staff supervision
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient assessments
- Staff scheduling
- Staff management
- Patient advocacy
- Quality improvement
- Discharge planning
- Clinical training
Timeline
Charge Nurse - LVN
Avir at Meadow Creek
10.2023 - Current
MDS Coordinator
San Angelo Nursing and Rehab
06.2021 - 10.2023
MDS Coordinator
Meadow Creek of Caraday
12.2017 - 06.2021
Regency House
Regency House at Senior Care
04.2012 - 12.2018
LVN - Nursing
Cisco Junior College
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