Experience

River Landing at Sandy Ridge

• United States
• Wellness and Fitness Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Healthcare Administrator/ Community Mentor

  • Apr 2021 - Present



SavaSeniorCare Administrative Services LLC

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• District Director Clinical Services, Rehospitalization Coordinator

  • Dec 2019 - Apr 2021

• District Director of Care Management

  • Mar 2017 - Dec 2019



SavaSeniorCare Administrative Services LLC

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Nursing Home Administrator

  • Dec 2014 - Mar 2017

  Manage the daily operations of a 112 Skilled Nursing facility with over 120 employees. Achieved and maintained Overall 5-Star rating by CMS. Ensure regulatory compliance with two successful surveys: 2016 Deficiency Free Survey and 2015- one low level deficiency. Streamlined operations with YOY total census growth, reduction in expenses and exceeded financial goals.

• Administrator in Training

  • May 2014 - Dec 2014



Vanguard Healthcare Services, LLC

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• MDS Consultant

  • May 2013 - Jan 2014

  Supports/ manages the MDS staff in ten Skilled Nursing Facilities in North Carolina, Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia, Georgia and Florida. Provides information and education to facilities and regional employees on the importance and use of the RAI / PPS processes and their correlation to resident care and reimbursement. Provides instruction on how to read, interpret and use the information contained in various state and company generated reports, such as State Missing Assessment Report, Quality… Show more Supports/ manages the MDS staff in ten Skilled Nursing Facilities in North Carolina, Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia, Georgia and Florida. Provides information and education to facilities and regional employees on the importance and use of the RAI / PPS processes and their correlation to resident care and reimbursement. Provides instruction on how to read, interpret and use the information contained in various state and company generated reports, such as State Missing Assessment Report, Quality Indicators, Quality Measures, State Validation, etc. Based on information derived from audits and other available data, provide expertise, consultation and guidance to appropriate employees to ensure MDS accuracy and adherence to company policy and procedures as well as state and federal regulations and guidelines. Through analysis of financial and clinical reports, identify trends and areas of improvement and ensure an appropriate action plan is completed. Maintains in-depth knowledge of the clinical software billing system and the MDS process to help investigate / troubleshoot user-related software issues. Oversees and coordinates the process for a thorough and timely orientation for new MDS staff. Ensures current, new, and revised RAI / PPS information is distributed to appropriate employees in a timely manner. Review and assist in the development of necessary action plans and/or plan of correction required by CMS. Evaluate effectiveness of action plans and/or plans of corrections to ensure regulatory compliance. Show less Supports/ manages the MDS staff in ten Skilled Nursing Facilities in North Carolina, Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia, Georgia and Florida. Provides information and education to facilities and regional employees on the importance and use of the RAI / PPS processes and their correlation to resident care and reimbursement. Provides instruction on how to read, interpret and use the information contained in various state and company generated reports, such as State Missing Assessment Report, Quality… Show more Supports/ manages the MDS staff in ten Skilled Nursing Facilities in North Carolina, Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia, Georgia and Florida. Provides information and education to facilities and regional employees on the importance and use of the RAI / PPS processes and their correlation to resident care and reimbursement. Provides instruction on how to read, interpret and use the information contained in various state and company generated reports, such as State Missing Assessment Report, Quality Indicators, Quality Measures, State Validation, etc. Based on information derived from audits and other available data, provide expertise, consultation and guidance to appropriate employees to ensure MDS accuracy and adherence to company policy and procedures as well as state and federal regulations and guidelines. Through analysis of financial and clinical reports, identify trends and areas of improvement and ensure an appropriate action plan is completed. Maintains in-depth knowledge of the clinical software billing system and the MDS process to help investigate / troubleshoot user-related software issues. Oversees and coordinates the process for a thorough and timely orientation for new MDS staff. Ensures current, new, and revised RAI / PPS information is distributed to appropriate employees in a timely manner. Review and assist in the development of necessary action plans and/or plan of correction required by CMS. Evaluate effectiveness of action plans and/or plans of corrections to ensure regulatory compliance. Show less



SavaSeniorCare Administrative Services LLC

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• MDS Consultant

  • Dec 2010 - May 2013

  Supports/ manages MDS staff in twelve Skilled Nursing Facilities in North Carolina. Provides information and education to facilities and regional employees on the importance and use of the RAI / PPS / VA processes and their correlation to resident care and reimbursement. Provides instruction on how to read, interpret and use the information contained in various state and company generated reports, such as State Missing Assessment Report, Quality Indicators, Quality Measures, State Validation… Show more Supports/ manages MDS staff in twelve Skilled Nursing Facilities in North Carolina. Provides information and education to facilities and regional employees on the importance and use of the RAI / PPS / VA processes and their correlation to resident care and reimbursement. Provides instruction on how to read, interpret and use the information contained in various state and company generated reports, such as State Missing Assessment Report, Quality Indicators, Quality Measures, State Validation, etc. Based on information derived from audits and other available data, provide expertise, consultation and guidance to appropriate employees to ensure MDS accuracy and adherence to company policy and procedures as well as state and federal regulations and guidelines. Through analysis of financial and clinical reports, identify trends and areas of improvement and ensure an appropriate action plan is completed. Maintains in-depth knowledge of the clinical software billing system and the MDS process to help investigate / troubleshoot user-related software issues. Oversees and coordinates the process for a thorough and timely orientation for new MDS staff. Ensures current, new, and revised RAI / PPS information is distributed to appropriate employees in a timely manner. Provides information to directors, vice presidents, regional staff and divisional staff on the status of clinical and financial reimbursement. Participates in national and state professional organizations that strengthen the company’s position and knowledge of the RAI process, Case Mix and clinical software programs. Assist Regional Clinical Directors and facilities with CMS survey management. Review and assist in the development of necessary action plans and/or plan of correction required by CMS. Evaluate effectiveness of action plans and/or plans of corrections to ensure regulatory compliance.

• Resident Care Management Director

  • Mar 2010 - Dec 2010

  Handle care reimbursement system management within the MDS/RAI process. Regulate and maintain the MDS/PPS program and completion schedule. Analyze assessment data independently for complex patient problems and identify early subtle changes that formulate RUG categories and effect patient care. Ensure the MDS is accurate and submitted on time to CMS. Participate in Care Tracker education of all newly hired Staff. Attend Care Conference and Care Plan meetings. Monitor QI/QMs for all residents… Show more Handle care reimbursement system management within the MDS/RAI process. Regulate and maintain the MDS/PPS program and completion schedule. Analyze assessment data independently for complex patient problems and identify early subtle changes that formulate RUG categories and effect patient care. Ensure the MDS is accurate and submitted on time to CMS. Participate in Care Tracker education of all newly hired Staff. Attend Care Conference and Care Plan meetings. Monitor QI/QMs for all residents within the facility. Evaluate effectiveness of nursing care plans, and update the MDS/RAI process within completion guidelines. Assist Regional Clinical Directors during Quality Reviews held within facilities.



Britthaven, Inc.

• Wellness and Fitness Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Nurse Consultant

  • Mar 2009 - Mar 2010

  Implement a facility-wide program designed to reduce/ prevent injuries to residents within 21 skilled nursing facilities located in North Carolina and Kentucky. Monitor the Quality Assurance Programs within each of the facilities. Review documentation and implementation of Safety Reduction means. Monitor/ investigate all Falls, Pressure Ulcers and Restraints within each facility. Participate in the Education process of newly employed Quality Assurance Staff. Review accuracy of MDS to ensure… Show more Implement a facility-wide program designed to reduce/ prevent injuries to residents within 21 skilled nursing facilities located in North Carolina and Kentucky. Monitor the Quality Assurance Programs within each of the facilities. Review documentation and implementation of Safety Reduction means. Monitor/ investigate all Falls, Pressure Ulcers and Restraints within each facility. Participate in the Education process of newly employed Quality Assurance Staff. Review accuracy of MDS to ensure correct coding in regards to Falls, Pressure Ulcers, Restraints, Diagnosis, Nutrition and Labs. Ensure adequate documentation in the medical record and on the Care Plan for identified at risk residents. Monitor QI/QMs for all residents within the facility. Collaborate with the Quality Assurance Staff, Director of Nursing, Administrators, Nursing Consultants, Director of Risk Management, Director of Clinical Services and the Regional Vice Presidents to ensure a safe living environment for all residents. Assisted facilities with CMS survey management. Assisted in the development of appropriate plans of correction required by CMS. Accomplishments: Reduced the number of resident falls within the facilities by 44%. Reduced the number of resident pressure wounds by 7.2%. Decreased number of sub-standard deficiencies received within facilities during CMS state surveys in 2009. Show less Implement a facility-wide program designed to reduce/ prevent injuries to residents within 21 skilled nursing facilities located in North Carolina and Kentucky. Monitor the Quality Assurance Programs within each of the facilities. Review documentation and implementation of Safety Reduction means. Monitor/ investigate all Falls, Pressure Ulcers and Restraints within each facility. Participate in the Education process of newly employed Quality Assurance Staff. Review accuracy of MDS to ensure… Show more Implement a facility-wide program designed to reduce/ prevent injuries to residents within 21 skilled nursing facilities located in North Carolina and Kentucky. Monitor the Quality Assurance Programs within each of the facilities. Review documentation and implementation of Safety Reduction means. Monitor/ investigate all Falls, Pressure Ulcers and Restraints within each facility. Participate in the Education process of newly employed Quality Assurance Staff. Review accuracy of MDS to ensure correct coding in regards to Falls, Pressure Ulcers, Restraints, Diagnosis, Nutrition and Labs. Ensure adequate documentation in the medical record and on the Care Plan for identified at risk residents. Monitor QI/QMs for all residents within the facility. Collaborate with the Quality Assurance Staff, Director of Nursing, Administrators, Nursing Consultants, Director of Risk Management, Director of Clinical Services and the Regional Vice Presidents to ensure a safe living environment for all residents. Assisted facilities with CMS survey management. Assisted in the development of appropriate plans of correction required by CMS. Accomplishments: Reduced the number of resident falls within the facilities by 44%. Reduced the number of resident pressure wounds by 7.2%. Decreased number of sub-standard deficiencies received within facilities during CMS state surveys in 2009. Show less