Jeannie "Francine" Tyson
LITTLE ROCK
Summary
Accomplished MDS Coordinator at Quincy Healthcare, adept in electronic health records and care planning. Enhanced patient outcomes through strategic care plan development and staff training. Proven track record in reducing hospital readmissions by 15% with proactive interventions. Strong communicator, fostering collaboration across interdisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and improve patient satisfaction.
Experienced with patient care assessments and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Utilizes strong organizational and analytical skills to accurately coordinate assessments and care plans. Knowledge of clinical documentation and team collaboration ensures smooth operations and quality patient care.
Healthcare professional committed to ensuring precise patient assessments and compliance with regulations. Brings valuable experience in interdisciplinary team coordination and clinical documentation. Known for strong collaboration skills, adaptability, and results-driven mindset.
Skilled healthcare professional prepared for coordinating and optimizing patient care processes. Proven ability to assess patient needs, develop care plans, and ensure regulatory compliance. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Expertise in patient assessment, care planning, and interdisciplinary communication.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MDS Coordinator/Supervisor/House Support
Quincy Healthcare and Senior Living
08.2006 - 02.2024
- Set schedules for staff to start and complete MDS assessments and care plan meetings.
- Ensured timely completion of all MDS assessments, maintaining full compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on CMS guidelines and changes to ensure accuracy in reporting and reimbursement processes.
- Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing.
- Enhanced patient care quality by implementing comprehensive MDS assessments and care plans.
- Assessed electronic medical record for required documentation to support MDS coding.
- Collaborated closely with therapy departments to accurately capture rehabilitation needs within MDS documentation, supporting appropriate resource allocation for residents'' needs.
- Monitored changing regulations related to RAI/MDS requirements, keeping staff informed about updates that impact their daily work routines.
- Implemented interdisciplinary meetings focused on individualized care plan development, resulting in more targeted interventions and improved resident outcomes.
- Completed minimum data set assessments with strong collaboration across business, provider and clinical disciplines.
- Led weekly utilization review to go over recent clinical activities.
- Trained staff in correct techniques for completing and signing MDS assessments.
- Reduced hospital readmissions with proactive monitoring and intervention for residents at high risk.
- Conducted training sessions for nursing staff on MDS processes, elevating quality of documentation and care planning.
- Participated in quality assurance reviews to verify accuracy and reliability of data.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Improved customer satisfaction with prompt and courteous resolution of inquiries and complaints.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information when needed.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures when needed.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges when needed.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives when needed.
- Led training sessions for new LPNs and nursing assistants, improving team competency and patient care standards.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sunset Home
05.2004 - 08.2006
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics and performed catheterizations.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Illinois Veterans Home
05.1988 - 06.1996
- Conducted initial patient assessments, obtaining vital signs and medical histories to inform healthcare providers'' decision-making processes.
- Streamlined the flow of clinical tasks by maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked nursing station.
- Assisted healthcare providers in conducting examinations and administering treatments for optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered prescribed medications accurately and safely, monitoring patients for any adverse reactions or side effects.
- Increased patient satisfaction through effective communication regarding their treatments, medications, and follow-up appointments.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development by attending continuing education courses, seminars, and conferences to maintain current nursing knowledge and skills.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations in all aspects of documentation and communication.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
- Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
- Administered medications and topic treatments to address patient symptoms.
- Delegated patient care responsibilities to nursing assistants and student nurses.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
Education
LPN Certification/License - Licensed Practical Nurse
John Wood Community College
Quincy, IL09-1987
High School Diploma -
Quincy Notre Dame High School
Quincy, IL05-1986
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Electronic health records proficiency
- Medical record management
- Research and data collection
- Clinical documentation accuracy
- Delegation and supervision
- Care planning
- Goal setting
- Care plan development
- Staff training
Accomplishments
- Assisted with building/introducing SigmaCare for the homes first EMR and educated/trained staff on how to use.
- Leader of QA meetings.
- Assisted the DON with yearly annual surveys.
- Achieved financial reimbursement for the home by completing MDS with accuracy and efficiency.
- Led weekly Care Plan meetings with residents and their families.
Certification
- Certified MDS Coordinator
- Wound Management
- Certified in CPR
Timeline
MDS Coordinator/Supervisor/House Support
Quincy Healthcare and Senior Living
08.2006 - 02.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sunset Home
05.2004 - 08.2006
Licensed Practical Nurse
Illinois Veterans Home
05.1988 - 06.1996
LPN Certification/License - Licensed Practical Nurse
John Wood Community College
High School Diploma -
Quincy Notre Dame High School
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