Health Resource Advocate

• Aug 2022 - Present

Liaison-Michigan

• Nov 2021 - Aug 2022

Director of Hospice

• Oct 2021 - Nov 2021

Incorporates into practice the requirements of the Hospice Conditions of Participation for Medicare, applicable accreditation standards, and state or other rules and regulations as applicable to the program.Oversees the consultative process between the Medical Director and the members of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), assists in requesting appropriate care orders and attendance to identified patient needs if patient’s attending physician is not available.Attends/Leads Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings, ensuring:Patient care needs are identified and discussed with the full complement of the IDT.All required members of the core team are present and engaged in the IDT meeting.Required documentation is completed during and at the conclusion of the IDT meeting to capture the discussion and outcomes of the meeting. Patient re-certifications are discussed and completed in a timely manner. Documentation of the patient-centered plan of care and the implementation of interventions for patient care including changes in level of care, medication changes, changes to visit frequency, or need for emergency transportation. Participates in the development and update of patient care policies and emergency procedures. Ensures hospice services are available 24/7.Follows state regulatory requirements for supervision of nursing services. Documents in the patient’s clinical record when required; demonstrates proficiency with documentation requirements. Actively collaborates regarding QAPI activities and provides feedback and input into Performance Improvement.Participates in performance improvement programs. Show less

Quality Assurance Coordinator Home Care/ Hospice

• Oct 2021 - Oct 2021

Quality Review Specialist

• Jul 2017 - Jun 2020

Case Manager Pediatric School Transportaton Nurse

• Sep 2010 - Jul 2017

Case Management responsible to the daily needs and care to medically fragile children that ride the school bus inside the DPS system. Administrate medication when needed. Conduct daily assessments and flow sheets. HIPPA liaisonist. Case Management responsible to the daily needs and care to medically fragile children that ride the school bus inside the DPS system. Administrate medication when needed. Conduct daily assessments and flow sheets. HIPPA liaisonist.