Sarah Reeves
Greenwood,AR
Summary
Experienced with nursing leadership, staff development, and patient care optimization. Utilizes strategic planning and quality improvement to enhance healthcare services. Strong understanding of team collaboration and resource management to drive impactful results.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing
Ashton Place Health and Rehab
08.2024 - Current
- Learned OLTC protocols to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Assist with patient care planning and implementation processes.
- Support nursing staff in daily operational tasks and responsibilities.
- Participate in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Ensure regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Oversee and approve recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Monitor and evaluate nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Streamline nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Serve as a liaison between nursing leadership, hospital administration, medical staff, allied health professionals, patients, families, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
- Establish new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Enhance staff performance by conducting regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and offering tailored professional development opportunities.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Ashton Place Health and Rehab
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with nursing staff to enhance patient care protocols and improve overall service delivery.
- Assisted in managing daily operations, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Implemented quality assurance measures to streamline patient assessment procedures and reduce response times.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
MDS Coordinator
Ashton Place Health and Rehab
05.2022 - 04.2024
- Coordinated completion of Minimum Data Set assessments to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Implemented care plans based on resident assessments, enhancing individualized patient care strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize resident outcomes and improve service delivery protocols.
- Trained staff on MDS processes and documentation standards, promoting adherence to best practices in care provision.
- Analyzed assessment data to identify trends, supporting proactive adjustments in care plans and interventions.
- Set schedules for staff to start and complete MDS assessments and care plan meetings.
- Lead care plan meetings with multidisciplinary care team, residents, and families to discuss plan of care.
- 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.
- Collaborated closely with therapy departments to accurately capture rehabilitation needs within MDS documentation, supporting appropriate resource allocation for residents'' needs.
- Monitored changing regulations related to RAI/MDS requirements, keeping staff informed about updates that impact their daily work routines.
- Ensured compliance with federal and state regulations by reviewing and updating resident care plans.
Rehabilitation Nurse Manager
Ashton Place Health and Rehab
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Administered patient assessments to develop tailored rehabilitation plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on recovery processes and self-management techniques.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance rehabilitation outcomes.
- Coordinated discharge planning to facilitate smooth transitions from rehabilitation settings.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care techniques and providing adaptive equipment recommendations.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the facility resulting in decreased falls among high-risk patients.
- Contributed to a safer healthcare environment by adhering to infection control protocols and reporting potential hazards.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Treatment Nurse
Ashton Place Health and Rehab
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Educated patients and families on treatment procedures and post-care instructions for improved outcomes.
- Assessed patient wound conditions and developed individualized care plans.
- Educated patients on proper wound care techniques and preventive measures.
- Documented wound assessments and treatment progress in electronic health records.
- Managed dressing changes, ensuring adherence to infection control protocols.
- Monitored healing progress, adapting treatment plans based on patient responses.
Rehab RN / LTC RN
Ashton Place Health and Rehab
10.2020 - 07.2021
- Administered comprehensive patient care, ensuring adherence to individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize treatment approaches and enhance patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting understanding of long-term care needs.
- Implemented infection control protocols, reducing potential risks within the healthcare environment.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities while preserving dignity and respecting individual preferences.
- Served as an advocate for resident rights, ensuring that each patient''s voice was heard during care conferences or decision-making processes regarding treatment options.
Infusion Nurse
Baptist Health-Fort Smith
06.2020 - 10.2020
- Administered intravenous medication and therapies to patients with complex health conditions.
- Educated patients and families on treatment protocols, medication management, and self-care techniques.
- Monitored patient responses to treatments, adjusting care strategies as needed for optimal outcomes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes in electronic health records.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations and infection control standards during infusion procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas
Fort Smith05-2020
Skills
- Professional development
- Policies compliance enforcement
- Quality improvement
- Nurse education and training
- Staff scheduling
- Healthcare regulations compliance
- Long-term care
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Risk management
- Recruiting and hiring
- HIPAA regulations
- First aid and CPR
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Ashton Place Health and Rehab
08.2024 - Current
Assistant Director of Nursing
Ashton Place Health and Rehab
04.2024 - 08.2024
MDS Coordinator
Ashton Place Health and Rehab
05.2022 - 04.2024
Rehabilitation Nurse Manager
Ashton Place Health and Rehab
10.2021 - 05.2022
Treatment Nurse
Ashton Place Health and Rehab
07.2021 - 10.2021
Rehab RN / LTC RN
Ashton Place Health and Rehab
10.2020 - 07.2021
Infusion Nurse
Baptist Health-Fort Smith
06.2020 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas
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