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Objective To continue to gain knowledge and growth in the long term care setting. To be pa rt of a team that strives to be the best and that provides quality care to those who depend upon us. Qualifications Licensed in the state of Massachusetts as a Registered Nurse. Two years experience as Director of Nursing. Three years experience as Assistant Director of Nursing. Three years experience as MDS/MMQ nurse. Twenty Six years in nursing profession. Recipiant of ACHA One award 2009 Recipient PEAK 2 years in a row Recipient of PINNACLE QUALITY CERTIFICATE Excellent inter-personnel skills, caring and understanding. Strong work ethic, realizing the importance of reliability accountability and de dication. Ability to assess and respond to emergency situations in calm, reassuring manner . I.V certified, CPR certification through the American Heart Association for heal thcare providers. Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations, obtained through years of practi ce in long-term care. Ability to problem solve and provide corrective action as needed in a constructi ve manner. Ability to work independently to attain objectives. Completed survey readiness training. Education 2009 - College Network presently attending with goal of attaining BSN, and conti nue to Masters Degree. 1998 - Maria College, 700 New Scotland Ave., Albany, New York 12208 Associate in applied Science-Nursing. 1984 - Southern Berkshire Educational Collaborative, Lee, MA 01238. Diploma-Lice nsed Practical Nurse. 1976 - Lee High School, Greylock St. Lee, MA 01238 High School Diploma- General Studies. Work Experience 2007-Present - ADNS for one year, DNS for two years in a 88 bed SNF 2001-2007 MDS Co-ordinator, MMQ nurse, Infection Control Nurse, Assistant Direct or of Nursing 84 bed facility in Great, Barrington, MA 01230 2000-2001 Staff Nurse on Medical Surgical Unit, Fairview Hospital Lewis St. Grea t Barrington, MA 01230 1998-2000 Triage Nurse for Berkshire Physicians and Surgeons, Suburban Medical C enter, Stockbridge Road, Lee, MA 01238 1996-1998 Unit Manager/ MDS Co-ordinator, Berkshire Hills North, Lee, MA 01238 1989-1996 Staff Nurse/Referral Intake Co-ordinator/ Supply Co-ordinator, Lee Vis iting Nurse Association, 21 High Street, Lee, MA 01238 1989-1990 Supervisor of Adult Living Facility, Chatue Vivon, Daytona, Florida 1884-1989 Staff Nurse, Great Barrington Healthcare, 148 Maple Ave, Great Barring ton, MA 01230 References References will be furnished upon request or interview.