Roberta Lovvorn
Murfreesboro,TN
Summary
Patient-focused Registered Nurse offering 27-year background driving quality improvements and coaching nursing staff to reach full potential. Strong organizational, communication and multitasking abilities. Expertise in managing medical records, evaluating staff performance and developing continued care plans. Dedicated to promoting quality patient care and satisfaction and offering experience in nursing and healthcare administration. Possesses proven track record of developing and implementing comprehensive nursing policies, providing excellent leadership and mentoring, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Nursing
Viviant Healthcare Of Murfreesboro
12.2022 - 10.2023
- Improved patient care quality by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective discharge planning and patient education.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Promoted a culture of safety by enforcing compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Led quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing clinical outcomes through data-driven analysis and targeted interventions.
- Served as a liaison between nursing leadership, hospital administration, medical staff, allied health professionals, patients, families, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
MDS Coordinator
McKendree Village
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Enhanced patient care quality by implementing comprehensive MDS assessments and care plans.
- Reduced errors in data collection by streamlining the MDS process and improving communication among interdisciplinary teams.
- Ensured timely completion of all MDS assessments, maintaining full compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to provide accurate and timely clinical assessments for each resident, leading to improved overall care.
- Identified areas of improvement in the facility''s quality measures through thorough analysis of MDS data, resulting in targeted interventions and better outcomes for residents.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on CMS guidelines and changes to ensure accuracy in reporting and reimbursement processes.
- Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate efficient collaboration on resident care planning.
- Conducted audits of current MDS records to identify discrepancies and improve record accuracy, enhancing reimbursement rates for the facility.
- Monitored changing regulations related to RAI/MDS requirements, keeping staff informed about updates that impact their daily work routines.
- Collaborated closely with therapy departments to accurately capture rehabilitation needs within MDS documentation, supporting appropriate resource allocation for residents'' needs.
- Provided guidance to nursing staff on accurate completion of Section GG assessments, enhancing overall documentation quality and supporting appropriate Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement rates.
- Developed a comprehensive system for tracking MDS completion deadlines, ensuring timely submissions and minimizing the risk of financial penalties.
- Supported facility-wide initiatives aimed at reducing hospital readmissions by closely monitoring MDS data for trends and potential areas of concern.
- Complied with federal and state regulations for completion and coordination of RAI process.
- Assessed electronic medical record for required documentation to support MDS coding.
- Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing.
- Reviewed missing assessment reports and analyzed issues for leadership team.
- Completed minimum data set assessments with strong collaboration across business, provider and clinical disciplines.
- Set schedules for staff to start and complete MDS assessments and care plan meetings.
MDS Coordinator
Viviant Healthcare Of Murfreesboro
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Enhanced patient care quality by implementing comprehensive MDS assessments and care plans.
- Reduced errors in data collection by streamlining the MDS process and improving communication among interdisciplinary teams.
- Ensured timely completion of all MDS assessments, maintaining full compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Identified areas of improvement in the facility''s quality measures through thorough analysis of MDS data, resulting in targeted interventions and better outcomes for residents.
- Provided ongoing education for nursing staff regarding MDS best practices, contributing to a knowledgeable and skilled workforce.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on CMS guidelines and changes to ensure accuracy in reporting and reimbursement processes.
- Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate efficient collaboration on resident care planning.
- Conducted audits of current MDS records to identify discrepancies and improve record accuracy, enhancing reimbursement rates for the facility.
- Streamlined workflow processes by implementing software solutions specifically designed for managing MDS schedules and reporting requirements.
- Improved communication between departments by establishing clear protocols regarding assessment timelines, leading to more efficient care planning processes.
- Monitored changing regulations related to RAI/MDS requirements, keeping staff informed about updates that impact their daily work routines.
- Collaborated closely with therapy departments to accurately capture rehabilitation needs within MDS documentation, supporting appropriate resource allocation for residents'' needs.
- Implemented interdisciplinary meetings focused on individualized care plan development, resulting in more targeted interventions and improved resident outcomes.
- Supported facility-wide initiatives aimed at reducing hospital readmissions by closely monitoring MDS data for trends and potential areas of concern.
- Developed a comprehensive system for tracking MDS completion deadlines, ensuring timely submissions and minimizing the risk of financial penalties.
- Provided guidance to nursing staff on accurate completion of Section GG assessments, enhancing overall documentation quality and supporting appropriate Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement rates.
- Established regular review processes to evaluate the accuracy and completeness of MDS records, leading to proactive identification of potential issues before they escalate.
- Complied with federal and state regulations for completion and coordination of RAI process.
- Assessed electronic medical record for required documentation to support MDS coding.
- Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing.
- Reviewed missing assessment reports and analyzed issues for leadership team.
- Completed minimum data set assessments with strong collaboration across business, provider and clinical disciplines.
- Set schedules for staff to start and complete MDS assessments and care plan meetings.
- Trained staff in correct techniques for completing and signing MDS assessments.
- Participated in quality assurance reviews to verify accuracy and reliability of data.
- Enforced strict data validation rules to maintain accuracy and completeness of clinical data.
MDS Coordinator
NHC Franklin
11.2018 - 12.2020
- Enhanced patient care quality by implementing comprehensive MDS assessments and care plans.
- Reduced errors in data collection by streamlining the MDS process and improving communication among interdisciplinary teams.
- Ensured timely completion of all MDS assessments, maintaining full compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to provide accurate and timely clinical assessments for each resident, leading to improved overall care.
- Identified areas of improvement in the facility''s quality measures through thorough analysis of MDS data, resulting in targeted interventions and better outcomes for residents.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on CMS guidelines and changes to ensure accuracy in reporting and reimbursement processes.
- Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate efficient collaboration on resident care planning.
- Conducted audits of current MDS records to identify discrepancies and improve record accuracy, enhancing reimbursement rates for the facility.
- Streamlined workflow processes by implementing software solutions specifically designed for managing MDS schedules and reporting requirements.
- Improved communication between departments by establishing clear protocols regarding assessment timelines, leading to more efficient care planning processes.
- Monitored changing regulations related to RAI/MDS requirements, keeping staff informed about updates that impact their daily work routines.
- Collaborated closely with therapy departments to accurately capture rehabilitation needs within MDS documentation, supporting appropriate resource allocation for residents'' needs.
- Implemented interdisciplinary meetings focused on individualized care plan development, resulting in more targeted interventions and improved resident outcomes.
- Supported facility-wide initiatives aimed at reducing hospital readmissions by closely monitoring MDS data for trends and potential areas of concern.
- Developed a comprehensive system for tracking MDS completion deadlines, ensuring timely submissions and minimizing the risk of financial penalties.
- Provided guidance to nursing staff on accurate completion of Section GG assessments, enhancing overall documentation quality and supporting appropriate Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement rates.
- Established regular review processes to evaluate the accuracy and completeness of MDS records, leading to proactive identification of potential issues before they escalate.
- Complied with federal and state regulations for completion and coordination of RAI process.
- Assessed electronic medical record for required documentation to support MDS coding.
- Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing.
- Reviewed missing assessment reports and analyzed issues for leadership team.
- Completed minimum data set assessments with strong collaboration across business, provider and clinical disciplines.
- Set schedules for staff to start and complete MDS assessments and care plan meetings.
- Trained staff in correct techniques for completing and signing MDS assessments.
- Participated in quality assurance reviews to verify accuracy and reliability of data.
- Enforced strict data validation rules to maintain accuracy and completeness of clinical data.
- Managed system for secure storage, transmission and manipulation of clinical data.
MDS Coordinator
NHC Place, Cool Springs
07.2008 - 07.2018
- Enhanced patient care quality by implementing comprehensive MDS assessments and care plans.
- Reduced errors in data collection by streamlining the MDS process and improving communication among interdisciplinary teams.
- Ensured timely completion of all MDS assessments, maintaining full compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to provide accurate and timely clinical assessments for each resident, leading to improved overall care.
- Identified areas of improvement in the facility''s quality measures through thorough analysis of MDS data, resulting in targeted interventions and better outcomes for residents.
- Provided ongoing education for nursing staff regarding MDS best practices, contributing to a knowledgeable and skilled workforce.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on CMS guidelines and changes to ensure accuracy in reporting and reimbursement processes.
- Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate efficient collaboration on resident care planning.
- Conducted audits of current MDS records to identify discrepancies and improve record accuracy, enhancing reimbursement rates for the facility.
- Streamlined workflow processes by implementing software solutions specifically designed for managing MDS schedules and reporting requirements.
- Improved communication between departments by establishing clear protocols regarding assessment timelines, leading to more efficient care planning processes.
- Monitored changing regulations related to RAI/MDS requirements, keeping staff informed about updates that impact their daily work routines.
- Collaborated closely with therapy departments to accurately capture rehabilitation needs within MDS documentation, supporting appropriate resource allocation for residents'' needs.
- Implemented interdisciplinary meetings focused on individualized care plan development, resulting in more targeted interventions and improved resident outcomes.
- Supported facility-wide initiatives aimed at reducing hospital readmissions by closely monitoring MDS data for trends and potential areas of concern.
- Developed a comprehensive system for tracking MDS completion deadlines, ensuring timely submissions and minimizing the risk of financial penalties.
- Provided guidance to nursing staff on accurate completion of Section GG assessments, enhancing overall documentation quality and supporting appropriate Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement rates.
- Established regular review processes to evaluate the accuracy and completeness of MDS records, leading to proactive identification of potential issues before they escalate.
- Complied with federal and state regulations for completion and coordination of RAI process.
- Assessed electronic medical record for required documentation to support MDS coding.
- Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing.
- Led weekly utilization review to go over recent clinical activities.
- Reviewed missing assessment reports and analyzed issues for leadership team.
- Completed minimum data set assessments with strong collaboration across business, provider and clinical disciplines.
- Set schedules for staff to start and complete MDS assessments and care plan meetings.
- Trained staff in correct techniques for completing and signing MDS assessments.
- Followed up on outstanding clinical items within established timelines for optimal care delivery.
- Participated in quality assurance reviews to verify accuracy and reliability of data.
- Collaborated with medical teams to create uniform standards for clinical data reporting.
- Enforced strict data validation rules to maintain accuracy and completeness of clinical data.
- Minimized manual system errors with streamlined data entry process.
- Managed system for secure storage, transmission and manipulation of clinical data.
- Upheld critical security standards when managing user access actions such as setting up and removing accounts.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Motlow State Community College
Tullahoma, TN05.1997
Skills
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- HIPAA Regulations
- Patient Education
- Effective Multitasking
- Strong Work Ethic
Certification
- Certified Infection Preventionist, CDC - January, 2023
- Certified Legal Nurse Consultant - November, 2023
- CPR/BLS for Healthcare Providers - January, 2023
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Viviant Healthcare Of Murfreesboro
12.2022 - 10.2023
MDS Coordinator
McKendree Village
07.2022 - 12.2022
MDS Coordinator
Viviant Healthcare Of Murfreesboro
01.2021 - 06.2022
MDS Coordinator
NHC Franklin
11.2018 - 12.2020
MDS Coordinator
NHC Place, Cool Springs
07.2008 - 07.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Motlow State Community College
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