Theresa Hoover, RN
Chicago,IL
Summary
Highly-motivated professional with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
MDS Consultant
Ace Healthcare Consulting
Chicago , IL
04.2023 - 09.2024
- Oversee functions related to MDS 3.0, both regulatory and financial.
- Responsible for the use of clinical technology applications and interpretation of data.
- Provide onsite consultation for RAI process and attend Medicare/Medicaid meetings.
- Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
- Consult with facilities on an as-needed basis through visits, phone calls, off-site record review, and respond to requests from facility leadership.
- Facilitate audits to evaluate accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of MDS related systems.
- Assist in recruitment, selection, and orientation of MDS candidates.
- Other duties, as assigned.
MDS Director
Symphony Of Morgan Park
Chicago, IL
10.2015 - 05.2023
- Coordinated timely submission of all required documents including Minimum Data Set forms, Care Area Assessments, Quarterly Assessment Reconciliation, Annual Assessment Reconciliations and other regulatory paperwork.
- Participated in survey preparation activities by ensuring that all necessary documents were available during surveys conducted by state agencies or accreditation organizations.
- Facilitated team meetings with members from other departments such as Social Services, Dietary, Activities, Rehabilitation services, to discuss resident issues and concerns related to the MDS process.
- Reviewed clinical documentation to ensure accuracy of information reported on the MDS forms.
- Interpreted physician orders for accuracy and completeness prior to submitting them electronically into the MDS system.
- Conducted assessments to determine the resident's functional and cognitive abilities, as well as their level of care needs.
Dialysis Charge Nurse
Brentwood Subacute Healthcare Center
Burbank, IL
02.2010 - 10.2015
- Provided direct patient care, including assessing and monitoring vital signs, initiating and managing dialysis treatments, administering medications, and reporting changes in patient condition.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, laboratory results, treatment plans, and other pertinent information.
- Performed quality assurance activities to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Managed daily operations of the Dialysis Unit by overseeing staffing levels, scheduling staff shifts, ensuring adequate supplies are available.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop individualized plan of care for each patient.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Breckenridge School of Nursing
Orland Park, IL12-2013
Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing
Kennedy King College
Chicago, IL12-2009
Associate of Arts -
Triton College
River Grove, IL07-2008
Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Performance Tracking
- Continuous Improvement
- Assessments
- Best Practices Implementation
- Technical review
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
MDS Consultant
Ace Healthcare Consulting
04.2023 - 09.2024
MDS Director
Symphony Of Morgan Park
10.2015 - 05.2023
Dialysis Charge Nurse
Brentwood Subacute Healthcare Center
02.2010 - 10.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Breckenridge School of Nursing
Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing
Kennedy King College
Associate of Arts -
Triton College
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