Tricia Skaggs

• Coordinated completion of Minimum Data Set assessments to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
• Trained nursing staff on accurate data collection and documentation procedures for resident care plans.
• Reviewed and verified MDS submissions to enhance accuracy and improve quality outcomes.
• Led interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss resident needs and develop individualized care strategies.
• Mentored new coordinators on best practices for MDS management and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Expedited reimbursement processes by submitting accurate MDS reports within established timeframes, reducing potential delays or denials from Medicare/Medicaid programs.
• Maintained strong communication lines among interdisciplinary team members, promoting collaboration in addressing resident concerns and developing individualized care plans.

• Hired by contract for 2 years to train existing MDS Coordinators to increase reimbursement.
• Increased their Reimbursement by 2 points.
• Set up Restorative program and trained new employees.
• Developed training materials and resources to support ongoing education for staff regarding MDS processes.
• Optimized resource allocation through careful evaluation of residents'' clinical conditions, functional status, psychological well-being, and social needs using the RAI process.
• Boosted care plan effectiveness by conducting regular reviews and updates based on changing resident needs and assessment data.
• Participated in quality assurance reviews to verify accuracy and reliability of data.

• Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations by meticulously completing all required documentation for MDS reporting.
• Demonstrated leadership within the interdisciplinary team by actively participating in care planning meetings and providing guidance on MDS-related matters.
• Kept current on industry best practices and regulatory updates through ongoing professional development activities, ensuring continued excellence in the role as a Minimum Data Set Coordinator.
• Reduced errors in MDS coding by providing ongoing staff training and support on regulatory changes and best practices.
• Increased efficiency in MDS completion by developing standardized procedures for data collection, entry, analysis, and submission across multiple departments.

Led the team on the floor.

* Began working in MDS and began taking classes.

* Weekly Care plan meetings.

• Assisted with staff onboarding and orientation by providing comprehensive training on the Minimum Data Set process, documentation requirements, and coding guidelines.
• Streamlined MDS assessments by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for residents.

• Ranked in Top 5% of class
• [Number] GPA 3.7