Taraine Blackwood
Lansing,IL
Summary
Registered Nurse and MDS Plan Coordinator with a strong background in resident assessment, clinical documentation, and care planning. Coordinates interdisciplinary meetings, updates care plans, and tracks MDS deadlines to support accurate records, survey readiness, and Medicare and Medicaid compliance in long-term care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Restorative Nurse Manager/MDS Plan Coordinator
Briar Place Nursing Center
Indian head park , IL
11.2025 - Current
- Coordinated restorative nursing plans for Briar Place Nursing Center residents.
- Supervised restorative aides and guided daily care routines.
- Collaborated with nursing staff on mobility and self-care programs.
- Scheduled interdisciplinary care plan meetings with nursing, therapy, and social services.
- Coordinated MDS assessments for long-term care nursing center residents.
- Reviewed resident charts for accurate clinical documentation and care planning.
- Tracked assessment deadlines to support Medicare and Medicaid compliance.
- Updated care plans to reflect current resident needs and interventions.
- Prepared MDS records for survey readiness and internal audits.
- Guided nursing center teams on assessment requirements and plan documentation.
- Maintained detailed records on all aspects of the RAI process and provided reports as requested.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, social workers, therapists and other healthcare professionals to ensure accuracy of documentation within the MDS plan.
- Analyzed data from the MDS to identify trends, gaps in services or areas of improvement needed.
CNA/LPN/RN Floor Nurse
Briar Place Nursing and Rehabilitation
Indian Head Park, IL
07.2016 - Current
- Prepared and administered medication ordered by the physician.
- Maintained detailed records and reported symptoms and changes in patient condition to support timely medical intervention
- Supervised nursing assistants' daily tasks to ensure quality patient care.
- Completed record keeping for resident admission, discharge, transfer, and documentation to ensure compliance with facility protocols
- Facilitated communication among patients, family members, and healthcare professionals to enhance care coordination and support
RN Supervisor Infection Prevention
Archer Heights
Chicago, Illinois
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Managed infectious disease outbreaks in healthcare settings, implementing effective infection control measures.
- Developed comprehensive plans to protect patients from disease, including crisis management and containment procedures.
- Monitored and prevented spread of infectious diseases in healthcare setting, ensuring patient safety.
RN
South Suburban Hospital
Hazel Crest, Illinois
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Offered emotional support to families navigating complex decisions regarding loved ones' care.
- Monitored and documented patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects to inform treatment decisions.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure seamless coordination of patient care.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Restorative Aid
South Suburban Rehabilitation
Homewood, IL
10.2012 - 10.2017
- Delivered high-quality patient care in acute care rehabilitation, including feeding, bathing, and dressing.
- Supported patients in activities of daily living, enhancing comfort and dignity during feeding and bathing.
- Monitored and recorded range of motion and pain on patient assessments.
- Practice patient privacy and advocacy compliance
- Employed assistive devices for safe transfer of heavy patients, ensuring their safety and comfort.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Rasmussen University
Mokena, IL12-2022
License in Licensed Practical Nursing -
CAAN Academy of Nursing
Matteson, IL01-2019
Skills
- MDS coordination
- Patient Care Assessment
- Care planning
- Clinical documentation
- Care documentation
- Medication Administration
- Infection Control
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- IV administration
- Documentation
- Patient Assessment
- Fall prevention
- Functional mobility
- Restorative nursing
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Team collaboration
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Patient Teaching
- Critical Thinking
- Performance assessment
- Medicare compliance
Additional Information
- Licensure and Certifications: Registered Nurse (RN) License, IL , Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
- Certification,South Suburban College(CNA) - South Holland, IL August 2010 to May 2011 .
- High School Diploma Thornton Township High School - Harvey, IL August 2006 to May 2010.
Timeline
Restorative Nurse Manager/MDS Plan Coordinator
Briar Place Nursing Center
11.2025 - Current
RN Supervisor Infection Prevention
Archer Heights
08.2024 - 01.2025
RN
South Suburban Hospital
11.2023 - 05.2024
CNA/LPN/RN Floor Nurse
Briar Place Nursing and Rehabilitation
07.2016 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant/Restorative Aid
South Suburban Rehabilitation
10.2012 - 10.2017
Associate of Applied Science -
Rasmussen University
License in Licensed Practical Nursing -
CAAN Academy of Nursing