Tina Emmons
Pekin,IL
Summary
Accomplished MDS Coordinator who proudly maintains a highly productive, efficient and quality-driven environment at all times. Highly motivated healthcare management professional combining more than 4 years of experience in long term care with efficiency in case mix index, leadership and positive clinical outcomes.
Experienced with patient care and clinical support. Utilizes comprehensive knowledge of nursing protocols to enhance patient outcomes. Strong understanding of teamwork and patient communication to ensure effective care delivery.
Healthcare professional with proven track record in delivering high-quality patient care and fostering collaborative work environment. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic healthcare settings. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, and communication.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Floor Nurse
Timbercreek Nursing Home
Pekin, IL
08.2020 - 06.2026
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal care standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering a supportive environment for professional growth and development.
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders.
- Conducted assessments of patient conditions, documenting changes for timely interventions.
- Advocated for patient needs within the healthcare team to improve overall satisfaction.
Floor Licensed Practical Nurse
Hallmark
Pekin, IL
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Monitored patient vital signs and health status, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans, enhancing patient-centered care delivery.
- Provided emotional support and education to patients and families, fostering a compassionate environment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication.
Floor Licensed Practical Nurse
Timbercreek Nursing Home
Pekin, IL
02.2017 - 02.2019
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring compliance with healthcare protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and health status, reporting changes to nursing staff and physician promptly.
- Provided emotional support and education to patients and families, fostering a compassionate environment.
- Fostered strong relationships with patients'' family members to provide emotional support during difficult times, promoting overall well-being alongside physical health recovery.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by maintaining open communication and addressing concerns promptly.
MDS Coordinator, Floor Nurse
Cornerstone
Galena Rd. Peoria, IL
10.2015 - 02.2017
- Complete assessments for residents conditions and level of care provided by staff to submit to state for reimbursement, create care plans for residents, hold care plan conferences, assist the Director of nursing with scheduling interviews, conducting interviews, managing nursing and certified nursing assists, monitoring restorative programs, conducting meetings to ensure highest rate of reimbursement and complete documentation, having in-services with staff and monitoring function of building and all departments when needed.
- I worked as floor nurse once leaving the MDS position to be more hands on with residents and provided cares administering medications, communicating with doctors, processing any new orders, documentation and assisting with ADL for residents.
floor nurse, MDS coordinator
Pekin Manor
Pekin, IL
04.2011 - 10.2015
- I worked on the floor taking care of residents. Monitoring conditions of residents, administering medications, assisting with the personal cares of residents, charting, processing orders, schedules and communicating with doctors. Then after two years as floor nurse I advanced to a management position as the MDS coordinator. With this position I complete assessments documenting the condition of residents and the level of care provided by staff to submit to state for reimbursement, create care plans for residents, hold care plan conferences and create and monitor restorative programs for residents.
assembly
Caterpillar
East Peoria, IL
06.2007 - 02.2009
- Working the rollar track assembly line. Then transitioned to first shift to assemble D11 tractor. Worked there until layed off in 2009.
Education
License in Practical Nursing - nursing
Capital Area School of Nursing
Springfield, IL01-2010
Skills
- IV Certified
- Computer Basics/Matrix
- Effective staff mentor
- Self Managed
- Cross training in multiple positions
- Promotes positive behavior
- Compassionate care
- Patient monitoring
- Medication administration
- Nursing operations
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- CPR certification
- Effective communication
- Patient and family advocacy
- Wound care
Timeline
Floor Nurse
Timbercreek Nursing Home
08.2020 - 06.2026
Floor Licensed Practical Nurse
Hallmark
02.2019 - 02.2020
Floor Licensed Practical Nurse
Timbercreek Nursing Home
02.2017 - 02.2019
MDS Coordinator, Floor Nurse
Cornerstone
10.2015 - 02.2017
floor nurse, MDS coordinator
Pekin Manor
04.2011 - 10.2015
assembly
Caterpillar
06.2007 - 02.2009
License in Practical Nursing - nursing
Capital Area School of Nursing