Tabitha Wilson-Becker
AUGUSTA
Summary
Successful MDS Coordinator with significant experience assessing residents and managing resulting data. Effective at training and monitoring staff work to deliver consistent, reliable results. Collaborates effectively at all levels to help patients get optimal care.
Compassionate LPN Unit Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient care management, staff supervision, and regulatory compliance. Excel in communication, leadership, and adaptability, ensuring seamless operations within healthcare settings.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
MDS Coordinator/LPN Unit Manager
Harborview Health System
AUGUSTA
11.2023 - Current
- Facilitated interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss resident care plans and outcomes.
- Analyzed patient data including lab results, vital signs, medications, to assess current condition and make recommendations regarding treatment options.
- Provided support and education to families, caregivers, and other staff members on MDS processes and procedures.
- Educated staff on proper use of PCC or EHR software programs used for data entry into the MDS system.
- Performed chart audits on a regular basis to ensure accuracy of documentation.
- Reviewed medical records for accurate documentation of diagnoses according to established criteria.
- Identified potential issues related to coding accuracy within the MDS process.
- Assessed and monitored patient care plans and progress to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Monitored changes in residents' conditions through observation or communication with family members or other healthcare professionals.
- Conducted comprehensive assessment of residents' physical, psychological, social, spiritual, cultural, environmental needs.
- Provided leadership in implementation of evidence-based practices pertaining to MDS processes.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to MDS activities as required by regulatory standards.
- Utilized computer systems such as Point Click Care or other electronic health record software programs for data entry purposes.
- Coordinated completion of resident assessments in accordance with current federal and state regulations.
- Reviewed and validated care plan reports and monitored follow-up actions to identify systemic deficiencies.
LPN Unit Manager
PruittHealth
Aiken
10.2022 - 11.2023
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Performed wound dressing and catheter management tasks efficiently.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
LPN Unit Manager
The Place at Deans Bridge
AUGUSTA
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding services offered by the unit.
- Evaluated quality of care provided to patients through chart reviews and surveys.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to promote communication between departments within the facility.
- Coordinated the discharge planning process for incoming and outgoing patients.
- Maintained accurate budgeting information related to supplies and equipment purchases.
- Created an environment that fosters team work among all members of the healthcare team.
- Monitored patient progress, identified problems, and implemented corrective action plans.
- Performed employee evaluations on a timely basis according to hospital policy.
- Resolved conflicts between employees or departments in a professional manner.
- Implemented strategies designed to improve operational efficiency within the unit.
- Assessed current processes related to workflow and made recommendations for improvement when needed.
LPN Charge Nurse
ANCHOR POST ACUTE
Aiken
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Coordinated shift schedules and assigned duties to LPNs and CNAs based on qualifications.
- Carried out physician orders accurately while adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
- Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- Collaborated with supervisor to prepare nursing assessment summaries and health care plans.
- Delivered emotional, psychological and spiritual support to patients and families to promote compassionate environment.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
LPN Charge Nurse
STEVENS PARK HEALTH AND REHAB
AUGUSTA
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Encouraged family members to participate in their loved ones' care plan through visits, phone calls, emails.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition of residents and reported any concerns to supervisor.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding documentation requirements within the facility.
- Assisted in developing policies related to infection control practices.
- Conducted regular training sessions for new hires or existing staff members on proper clinical procedures or techniques.
- Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
- Delivered emotional, psychological and spiritual support to patients and families to promote compassionate environment.
- Collaborated with supervisor to prepare nursing assessment summaries and health care plans.
- Documented adverse patient reactions to medications and reported findings to supervisors.
- Educated patients on wound and disease self-management techniques.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
LPN Charge Nurse
KEYSVILLE HEALTH AND REHAB
Keysville
08.2016 - 09.2021
- Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
Medical-Surgical LPN
Burke Medical Center
Waynesboro
03.2020 - 10.2020
- Provided direct patient care to individuals with confirmed and suspected COVID-19, including administering medications, treatments, and oxygen therapy.
- Assisted with ordering supplies and equipment used in treating COVID-19 patients.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids and blood products as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored vital signs and other symptoms of patients in the COVID-19 unit.
- Assisted physicians with intubations and other medical interventions for critically ill patients.
- Attended continuing education sessions related to new developments in diagnosis and treatment of COVID-19 infections.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Utilized personal protective equipment when providing direct care to protect both staff and patients from transmission of the virus.
- Followed PPE specifications and disposed of contaminated materials, following strict safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for COVID-19 patients.
- Initiated emergency resuscitative measures according to advanced life support protocols and directives.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
LPN Charge Nurse
PruittHealth
Swainsboro
02.2012 - 08.2016
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Coordinated shift schedules and assigned duties to LPNs and CNAs based on qualifications.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow-up appointments for discharged patients.
- Participated in creating a safe environment by following fire safety regulations.
- Performed routine checks on equipment used for patient care.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
LPN, ICU
WCRMC
Sandersville
11.2008 - 02.2012
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Prepared equipment for use during treatments such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly according to hospital policies.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Educated staff members regarding infection control protocols or best practices when caring for a particular type of illness or injury.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Utilized technology to monitor hemodynamic parameters such as cardiac output and pulmonary artery pressures.
- Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs to identify any changes in health status.
- Recognized cardiopulmonary arrest situations promptly and initiated life-saving measures accordingly.
- Managed airway management techniques for mechanical ventilation support.
- Contributed to the development and revision of ICU policies and procedures to improve patient outcomes and workflow efficiency.
- Managed comprehensive care for critically ill patients, ensuring adherence to ICU protocols and guidelines.
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Administered medications, monitored dosages, and observed patient reactions in a high-stakes environment.
Education
Associate of Science - NURSING
Oconee Fall Line Technical College
Sandersville, GA09-2008
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Regulatory compliance
- HIPAA compliance
- Performance evaluation
- Electronic health records proficiency
- Nursing process proficiency
- Continuous learning commitment
- Delegation and supervision
- Resource utilization management
- Assessment coding
- Medical record management
- Project management experience
- Clinical assessment expertise
- Medicare reimbursement knowledge
- Clinical documentation accuracy
- Long-term care experience
- Care plan development
- Compliance monitoring
Accomplishments
NTHS
PHI THETA KAPPA
SIGMA KAPPA DELTA
GOAL AWARD
Timeline
MDS Coordinator/LPN Unit Manager
Harborview Health System
11.2023 - Current
LPN Unit Manager
PruittHealth
10.2022 - 11.2023
LPN Unit Manager
The Place at Deans Bridge
10.2022 - 01.2023
LPN Charge Nurse
ANCHOR POST ACUTE
04.2022 - 10.2022
LPN Charge Nurse
STEVENS PARK HEALTH AND REHAB
09.2021 - 04.2022
Medical-Surgical LPN
Burke Medical Center
03.2020 - 10.2020
LPN Charge Nurse
KEYSVILLE HEALTH AND REHAB
08.2016 - 09.2021
LPN Charge Nurse
PruittHealth
02.2012 - 08.2016
LPN, ICU
WCRMC
11.2008 - 02.2012
Associate of Science - NURSING
Oconee Fall Line Technical College
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