Accomplished RN with expertise in patient care coordination. Enhanced patient satisfaction through empathy and effective communication. Proficient in ICD 9 & 10 coding, ensuring optimal Medicare reimbursement. Strong team collaborator with exceptional attention to detail, streamlining documentation processes for compliance and accuracy.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, MDS & Care Plan Coord., Asst. Dir. of Nursing
Bayside Village
832 Sicotte St, L'Anse, MI 49946
06.2004 - 11.2013
Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Extensive ICD 9 & 10 coding experience. Obtained the highest level of reimbursement allowed under Medicare. Maintained Medicaid Level of Care Determination requirements.
RN, MDS & Care Plan Coord., Medicare Unit Coord.
Hilltop Manor Health Care
1290 N. Michigan Hwy, Roscommon, MI 49635
08.1995 - 11.2001
Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions posthospitalization.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kirtland Community College
Roscommon, MI
Skills
Fast learner
Time management
Computer skills
Attention to detail
Team collaboration
Verbal and written communication
Relationship building
Problem-solving
File and record keeping
Client interaction
Positive and professional
Professional and mature
Accomplishments
Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
Citation free for many years in the area of MDS and Care Planning.
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