Tiffany Dawson

• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
• Developed training materials for staff on MDS processes, fostering understanding and improving assessment accuracy.
• Analyzed data trends to identify areas for improvement in documentation practices and resident outcomes.
• Supported facility-wide quality improvement initiatives by analyzing trends in aggregated MDS data to identify areas requiring targeted interventions or enhancements to existing care processes.
• Reduced errors in MDS coding by providing ongoing staff training and support on regulatory changes and best practices.
• Assisted with staff onboarding and orientation by providing comprehensive training on the Minimum Data Set process, documentation requirements, and coding guidelines.

• Maintained awareness of industry best practices and regulatory updates through ongoing professional development activities.
• Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by regularly seeking feedback from peers, team members, and supervisors regarding the effectiveness of MDS processes and potential areas for enhancement.
• Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations by meticulously completing all required documentation for MDS reporting.

I started at Bella Vita working the double weekend shift on the skilled floor providing the following care:

• Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
• Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
• Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
• Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.

During my employment at Bella Vita, I showed interest in an opening position to become an MDS Coordinator. I started that position in October 2010 and maintained that position until the end of my employment. Duties that were included were as follows.

• Coordinated comprehensive assessments for residents to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Developed and implemented training programs for staff on Minimum Data Set procedures.
• Analyzed resident data to improve care plans and enhance quality of life outcomes.
• Facilitated interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss resident care strategies and updates.
• Streamlined MDS assessments by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for residents.

• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
• Monitored patient vitals and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
• Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
• Educated patients and families on medication management and health maintenance.
• Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.