MDS Coordinator, Memory Care Director

Stacy Eckstein

**** * *** ****** ********* MO *4468

660-***-**** *****-********@*******.***

Dear Hiring Manager l im applying for the MDS Coordinator/Charge Nurse position at your facility. Based on the posted description, I'm confident that 1 1 m fully qualified for the job and will be a good asset to your team. I have completed the coursework for my RN degree and currently am on the wait list to take my CPNE)s. I currently live in Missouri. We are building a house in the Fort Myers area and plan to move permanently in December.

For the past 25 years, I've worked at the same nursing home in Maryville MO. I pride myself on loyalty and a strong work ethic. I have remained in the same facility, seeing ownership and administration change numerous times. I believe in leading by example. I work hard, do not shy away from any task, treat residents and coworkers with respect, and maintain a cheerful disposition. In fact, I have found that having a positive attitude, not harboring any prejudices or biases is essential for a thriving work environment.

Thank you for your consideration. Please find my resume attached. I can be reached at the number above or my email address.

Stacy Eckstein

Stacy Eckstein

Maryville, MO 64468 660-***-**** **************@*******.***

MDS Coordinator/Charge Nurse/Wellness nurse

Experienced, passionate MDS Coordinator/Charge Nurse with over 25+ years of clinical and administrative experience. Proficient in MDS Assessments, care plans, compliance, and billing.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

MDS Assessments

Regulatory Compliance

Infection Control

Staff Scheduling/Management

Leadership & Development

Medicare Billing/Part A

Treatment/Care Plans

Emergency/Wound Care

Cross-Cultural Communication

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

MDS COORDINATOR I Maryville Living Center 2018 to Present

Maintain responsibility for assessing residents needs to coordinate a personalized care plan and conduct conferences with residents' families.

•Accompany on-call physicians on their daily rounds to document patient updates in medical records with 100% accuracy.

•Update resident care plans as requested by physician or based on MDS assessments quarterly results. Process PDPM billing for patients receiving Medicare Part A benefits; submit Medicare billing monthly for timely reimbursement.

•Follow up on billing or reimbursement issues to ensure that the facility is getting maximum and accurate reimbursement amounts.

LVN CHARGE NURSE I Maryville Living Center 1996-Present

Served as vital member of the health care team provided clinical care to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician.

•Completed assessments on residents to aide in determining the best course of treatment; administered medications as prescribed by physician.

•Conducted routine resident reviews and document health status updates in residents' charts. Monitored changes in resident's health situations and notified RN or physician for attention when deemed necessary.

•Maintained consistent communication with other health care professionals such as nurses, physicians, pharmacy, and hospital staff.

•Provided leadership in supervising LPN's and resident assistants in providing quality care to residents in accordance with professional standards, regulations, and company policies.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATES

Registered Nurse I Excelsior College, Albany, NY-ln Progress

Licensed Practical Nurse I North Central Missouri College, Trenton, MO

IV Certified I BLS

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