Gardenia Mutia
Cypress
Summary
Dedicated MDS RN Coordinator with over 16 years of experience in patient care. Adept at developing tailored care plans and facilitating effective communication among healthcare teams, leading to improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
MDS RN Coordinator
Alamitos West Health Care Center
Los Alamitos
06.2010 - Current
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams for optimal health outcomes.
- Conducted assessments and monitored patients' progress and treatment effectiveness.
- Developed educational materials to inform patients about health management strategies.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance nursing practices and workflows.
- Trained and mentored nursing staff on best practices and care protocols.
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized care plans.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Educated patients on self-care measures such as diet, exercise, medication compliance and symptom management.
- Counseled patients and family members on how best to manage chronic conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop strategies for managing complex medical cases.
- Provided education sessions for nursing staff on new technologies or clinical procedures.
- Implemented infection control practices in accordance with regulatory standards.
- Served as a resource person for nurses regarding evidence-based practice principles.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed by nursing staff at all times.
- Implemented strategies for improving operational efficiency within the department.
- Monitored patient progress and reported any changes in condition to physicians.
- Evaluated clinical documentation for accuracy and completeness according to established guidelines.
- Oversaw the development of educational materials aimed at promoting healthy behaviors among community members.
- Performed assessments of patients prior to discharge from hospital or rehabilitation center.
- Analyzed data related to health services utilization and cost effectiveness.
- Participated in performance improvement activities designed to improve quality of care outcomes.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers across multiple departments or facilities.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services provided within the facility or system-wide.
- Provided leadership to nursing staff, delegating tasks as appropriate.
- Audited and completed charts, evaluations and medical forms.
- Cultivated positive relationships with patients and families, addressed concerns or complaints, monitored patient satisfaction survey data and maintained confidentiality of patient information.
- Developed, implemented and adjusted patient care plans in response to new symptoms or developments.
- Observed and interpreted patients' symptoms, devised individualized care plans, delivered best and most suitable care and advice and communicated to nursing staff and physicians.
- Enforced organization policies and exercised non-biased judgment while leading nursing staff in fiscally sound patient care, recordkeeping and professional communication.
- Demonstrated knowledge and clinical expertise to effectively supervise nursing activities and achieve optimal patient outcomes in hospital department and nursing home.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact, and evaluate patient care plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors, and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Philippines
UCC03-1989
Skills
- Care plan coordination
- Patient assessment
- Health education
- Regulatory compliance
- Quality improvement
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient advocacy
Timeline
MDS RN Coordinator
Alamitos West Health Care Center
06.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Philippines