Vineatta Walker
Eaton,OH
Summary
Dynamic healthcare professional with 32 years of extensive experience in long-term and skilled facilities, excelling in customer service, interdisciplinary collaboration, and staff training. Proven track record in enhancing patient satisfaction and ensuring compliance with regulations. Skilled in quality improvement initiatives, effective communication, and nursing skills, driving successful outcomes in nursing and patient care management, and possessing strong skills in conducting resident assessments. At this time, I am looking to move to the next level in my nursing career and expand my knowledge and skills in the field.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
MDS Coordinator
Trilogy Health Services
Englewood, OH
01.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Prepared annual reviews of all residents' medical records according to federal guidelines.
- Compiled reports from various systems regarding utilization review outcomes and quality indicators as requested by management staff.
- 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.
- Provided training and education to nursing staff on current MDS regulations.
- Managed comprehensive, interdisciplinary assessments for patient admissions and annual reviews.
- Monitored residents' progress and updated MDS records accordingly.
Director of Nursing
Trilogy Health Services
Greenville, OH
03.2020 - 12.2021
- Provided clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff to ensure quality care was provided in a timely manner.
- Implemented strategies for improving patient satisfaction scores in the nursing department on an ongoing basis.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members in a professional manner while maintaining positive working relationships.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding nurse-to-patient ratios and other safety guidelines.
- Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Implemented changes needed to correct deficiencies found during government inspections.
- Served as a mentor for new nurses providing support during their transition into the organization.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
- Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
Scheduling Coordinator
Trilogy Health Services
Greenville, Ohio
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Managed daily operations related to employee scheduling such as approving time off requests or assigning shift swaps.
- Assisted in the recruitment process by conducting interviews and making hiring decisions based on candidate qualifications.
- Created and maintained employee schedules to ensure adequate staffing levels.
- Communicated effectively with team members to ensure they are aware of their shifts and any changes that may occur.
- Maintained up-to-date records of staff availability, absences, holidays, vacations.
- Provided support in resolving scheduling conflicts between employees.
LPN Charge Nurse
Trilogy Health Services
Richmond, IN
03.2014 - 08.2018
- Educated patients about their diagnoses and treatments while providing emotional support.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients and families.
- Promoted positive relationships between patients, families, visitors, physicians, nurses, volunteers.
- Precepted new staff nurses to provide education on hospital policies and procedures, patient care skills, medical procedures and techniques and patient assessments and interventions.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
- Delivered emotional, psychological and spiritual support to patients and families to promote compassionate environment.
- Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
LPN Wound Care Nurse
Golden Living
Richmond, IN
12.2012 - 03.2014
- Instructed staff members on proper documentation protocols related to wound care services provided in accordance with professional standards.
- Ensured compliance with policies and procedures governing safe practice standards in order to minimize risks associated with wound care services.
- Monitored patient's progress and documented all findings in the medical record.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases and develop comprehensive plans of care.
- Assessed patient's wound care needs and developed individualized wound care plans.
- Provided necessary wound care treatments, such as debridement, irrigation, packing and dressing changes.
- Administered prescribed medications related to wound care including topical ointments, creams and oral antibiotics.
- Assisted physicians during surgical procedures involving wound closure or debridement.
Education
Registered Nurse Diploma - Registered Nurse
Ohio Institute of Allied Health
Huber Heights09-2019
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Richmond, IN10-1992
Skills
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Team collaboration
- Employee training
- Attention to detail
- Clinical documentation accuracy
- Support and training at sister facilities
Timeline
MDS Coordinator
Trilogy Health Services
01.2021 - Current
Director of Nursing
Trilogy Health Services
03.2020 - 12.2021
Scheduling Coordinator
Trilogy Health Services
09.2019 - 03.2020
LPN Charge Nurse
Trilogy Health Services
03.2014 - 08.2018
LPN Wound Care Nurse
Golden Living
12.2012 - 03.2014
Registered Nurse Diploma - Registered Nurse
Ohio Institute of Allied Health
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
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