Sherry Heimberger
Loudonville,OH
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse for two years with over 30 years of experience as an LPN in skilled nursing/long term care environments. Work well with diverse patient population and foster trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care and improve outcomes. Knowledgeable regarding CMS and ODH requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Remote Float MDS RN Coordinator
Signature Healthcare Crossroads Division
Remote, Ohio, Indiana
11.2021 - Current
- Provided remote support to nine buildings throughout Ohio and Indiana for MDS completion, care plan management and ICD- 10 review and completion.
- Provided education to staff members regarding MDS process.
- Reviewed and supported Ohio and Indiana Medicaid case mix.
- Assisted in timely completion of PDPM assessments in order to submit end of month billing to Medicare and insurance companies.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results
MDS Coordinator
Signature Healthcare Of Galion
Galion, OH
10.2020 - 11.2021
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in Matrix care.
- Coordinated and collaborated with Interdisciplinary Team in MDS/Care planning process assuring compliance with all State and Federal regulatory guidelines and coordinated Medicare management process including appropriate management of Case Mix Index scores and assuring compliance with all Medicare regulations.
- Gathered resident information from sources such as clinical record, ADL tracking reports, program specific assessments, staff and resident interview, etc. and analyzed and used this information to accurately complete sections of MDS.
- Assured MDS/RAI and support documentation are accurate representations of resident and meet regulatory expectations.
- Strived to maximize reimbursement by thoroughly capturing all care aspects provided.
- Accurately and completely performed diagnosis coding on admission and throughout stay using ICD-10 coding system.
- Overall management of all aspects of MDS/RAI process
- Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and leadership workshops.
- Provided direct patient care when staffing needs arose.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering TPN/ IV therapies.
MDS Coordinator/Director of Nursing Operations
Kingston Of Ashland
Ashland, OH
03.2005 - 11.2019
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in Point Click Care.
- Coordinated and collaborated with Interdisciplinary Team in MDS/Care planning process assuring compliance with all State and Federal regulatory guidelines and coordinated Medicare management process including appropriate management of Case Mix Index scores and assuring compliance with all Medicare regulations.
- Gathered resident information from sources such as clinical record, ADL tracking reports, program specific assessments, staff and resident interview, etc. and analyzed and used this information to accurately complete sections of MDS.
- Assured MDS/RAI and support documentation are accurate representations of resident and meet regulatory expectations.
- Strived to maximize reimbursement by thoroughly capturing all care aspects provided.
- Accurately and completely performed diagnosis coding on admission and throughout stay using ICD-10 coding system.
- Overall management of all aspects of MDS/RAI process
- Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and leadership workshops.
- Provided direct patient care when staffing needs arose.
Clinical Director
Kingston Of Ashland
Ashland, OH
10.1990 - 03.2005
- Worked with DON to develop nursing staff through education, evaluation, performance management and competency improvement.
- Provide ongoing care management to all patients to implement appropriate treatment plan, adhere to quality models and maximize utilization of services needed to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Monitored, analyzed and corrected staff performance and worked with DON to raise standards of practice.
- Oversaw all nursing care to skilled patients, including admission and discharge process. Provided direct patient care when staffing needs arose.
- Motivated and supervised 3-5 LPN's and STNA's in delivering quality patient care
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Excelsior College
Albany, NYAssociate of Science - Registered Nursing
Excelsior College
Albany, NY07.2020
LPN - Practical Nursing
North Central State College
Mansfield, OH09.1989
Skills
- Case Management
- Point Click Care/Matrixcare
- UR meeting
- PDPM
- EMR / EHR
- Geriatric expertise
- ICD-10 coding
- All processes regarding MDS and care planning
- QAPI
- Case Mix management
- Medication Administration
- Patient and family advocacy
- Chronic disease management
- Intravenous therapy
- Strong clinical judgment
Certification
RAC-CTA
CMAC
Timeline
Remote Float MDS RN Coordinator
Signature Healthcare Crossroads Division
11.2021 - Current
MDS Coordinator
Signature Healthcare Of Galion
10.2020 - 11.2021
MDS Coordinator/Director of Nursing Operations
Kingston Of Ashland
03.2005 - 11.2019
Clinical Director
Kingston Of Ashland
10.1990 - 03.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Excelsior College
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Excelsior College
LPN - Practical Nursing
North Central State College
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