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Mistin Allex

Marshall

Summary

Accomplished Public Health Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Southwest Health and Human Services, enhancing patient outcomes through effective case management and health promotion strategies. Skilled in behavioral health interventions and possessing strong communication abilities, I have significantly contributed to healthcare collaboration and chronic disease management, ensuring high-quality patient care.

Personable and compassionate, with dedication to promoting community health and wellness. Knowledgeable in public health principles and proficient in patient assessment and health education. Committed to making positive impact on community health outcomes through effective care and support.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Public Health Registered Nurse

Southwest Health and Human Services
11.2011 - Current
  • Participated in community outreach events to promote awareness about preventive care measures and available healthcare services.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by providing comprehensive case management to individuals with chronic illnesses.
  • Performed post-discharge follow-up and offered counseling services if available.
  • Conducted needs assessments to determine which materials and services were warranted for each individual case.
  • Visited homes, assessing patient and family needs.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms
  • Provided care coordination to 100 nursing home residents
  • Worked with BCBS, Ucare and Primewest Health Plans to provide care coordination to the over 65 population
  • Completed health risk assessments and developed individual support plans based on the residents needs
  • Helped to promote a healthy work environment by being a member of the Wellness Committee

MDS Coordinator/Assistant Director of Nursing Services

Prairieview Senior Living
09.1999 - 11.2011
  • Set schedules for staff to start and complete MDS assessments and care plan meetings.
  • Ensured timely completion of all MDS assessments, maintaining full compliance with federal and state regulations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on CMS guidelines and changes to ensure accuracy in reporting and reimbursement processes.
  • Collaborated closely with therapy departments to accurately capture rehabilitation needs within MDS documentation, supporting appropriate resource allocation for residents'' needs.
  • Enhanced patient care quality by implementing comprehensive MDS assessments and care plans.
  • Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing.
  • Monitored changing regulations related to RAI/MDS requirements, keeping staff informed about updates that impact their daily work routines.
  • Developed a comprehensive system for tracking MDS completion deadlines, ensuring timely submissions and minimizing the risk of financial penalties.
  • Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate efficient collaboration on resident care planning.

Registered Nurse Inpatient Behavioral Health

Woodland Centers
05.1996 - 09.1999
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
  • Worked with inpatient adults experiencing ongoing mental health conditions
  • Worked with inpatient youth in the Crisis Intervention Program who had ran away from home or were experiencing a mental health crisis
  • Provided nursing assessments, monitoring, medication administration to adults/youth who were going through detoxification from drugs or alcohol

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Augustana University
Sioux Falls, SD
05-1996

GED -

Redwood Valley High School
Redwood Falls, MN
06-1992

Skills

  • Health promotion strategies
  • Behavioral health interventions
  • Patient education techniques
  • Case management
  • Healthcare collaboration
  • Chronic disease management
  • Patient assessments
  • Strong oral and written communication skills

Certification

Certified Health and Life Coach

Certified in Adult Mental Health First Aid

Timeline

Public Health Registered Nurse

Southwest Health and Human Services
11.2011 - Current

MDS Coordinator/Assistant Director of Nursing Services

Prairieview Senior Living
09.1999 - 11.2011

Registered Nurse Inpatient Behavioral Health

Woodland Centers
05.1996 - 09.1999

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Augustana University

GED -

Redwood Valley High School
Mistin Allex