John Christian Saturno
Lake Villa
Summary
Healthcare leader with extensive experience in care delivery coordination and regulatory compliance at Avantara Lake Zurich. Demonstrated success in quality assurance and performance improvement, resulting in enhanced resident outcomes through effective communication and teamwork. Expertise in MDS processes and infection prevention, with a focus on continuous learning and workflow optimization. Proven ability to lead diverse teams, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and implement operational improvements for superior patient care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of MDS Services
Avantara Lake Zurich
Lake Zurich
05.2021 - Current
- Conduct and Coordinate the development and completion of the resident assessment in accordance with the requirements of this state and CMS and the policies and goals of the facility
- Coding Appropriate diagnosis for Therapy and for Good reimbursement
- Initiate a care plan and coordinate its completion with other disciplines and update quarterly, annually and when there is significant change
- Check care plans for adequate description of problems resident-centered goals which are realistic and measurable and multidisciplinary approaches to goals
- Communicate resident care plan and progress to staff, resident and family. Coordinate the inputting of all data into the computer-based MDS system
- Coordinate the completion of the MDS on every resident at all required intervals.
Assistant Director of Nursing/Infection Preventionist
The Grove at Lake
Zion
09.2019 - 05.2021
- Assisted Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating nursing department functions according to regulations.
- Ensured current reference material availability at nurses station to support staff and residents.
- Developed and updated nursing service objectives and philosophy statements periodically.
- Collaborated on nursing organizational structure development and operation recommendations for Director.
- Coordinated nursing services with resident services to ensure continuity of care.
- Monitored compliance with job descriptions among nursing personnel and participated in their development.
- Conducted audits of patient care practices to ensure adherence to infection prevention policies.
- Investigated outbreaks to identify sources of infection and recommended control measures.
MDS Coordinator
The Grove at the Lake
Zion
04.2016 - 10.2019
- Participated in survey preparation by ensuring availability of essential documents for state agency evaluations.
- Audited monthly MDS submissions for accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with regulations.
- Interpreted physician orders for accuracy before electronic submission into MDS system.
- Developed and implemented quality assurance programs related to MDS completion.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary meetings to address resident concerns regarding MDS processes.
- Analyzed trends in Minimum Data Set data to identify improvement opportunities.
- Reviewed clinical documentation to verify accuracy of reported MDS information.
- Coordinated timely submission of required documents including MDS forms and assessments.
- Reviewed and validated care plan reports and monitored follow-up actions to identify systemic deficiencies.
- Managed comprehensive, interdisciplinary assessments for patient admissions and annual reviews.
- Adjusted data into necessary formats by using categorization and classification software.
Restorative Nurse Manager
Warren Barr North Shore
Highland Park
10.2015 - 04.2016
- Directed restorative therapy services for long-term care residents, ensuring comprehensive evaluation and implementation.
- Educated facility staff on restorative therapy practices for continuous operational efficiency.
- Maintained accurate records of therapy assessments and services to support regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated with therapy service providers to establish effective transitional programs for residents.
- Participated in care plan conferences to align therapeutic goals with resident needs.
- Managed Resident Safety Program in compliance with Illinois Department of Public Health regulations.
- Led committees focused on fall prevention and poly-pharmacy monitoring, adhering to state and federal guidelines.
- Prepared and presented reports on Resident Safety Program to the Quality Assurance Committee monthly.
- Reviewed non-contracted instrumentation for spine surgeries and initiated vendor contract evaluations in conjunction with operations staff and orthopedic spine and neurological spine specialists.
- Assessed need for additional staff, equipment and services based on historical data and seasonal trends.
- Monitored inpatient bed use, facilities and staff to provide optimal use of resources.
Treatment Nurse/ LPN Floor Nurse/MDS Coordinator
Hill Crest Nursing Center
Round Lake
10.2013 - 10.2015
- Developed educational materials to enhance wound care practices among healthcare staff.
- Monitored vital signs during wound care procedures to ensure patient safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create tailored patient-care plans.
- Evaluated treatment plan effectiveness and adjusted strategies for optimal healing outcomes.
- Instructed nursing staff on documentation protocols for wound care treatments.
- Maintained detailed records of wound care activities and administered prescribed medications.
- Assessed patient pain levels and applied effective pain management techniques.
- Reported changes in patient conditions promptly to supervising physicians.
Education
License Practical Nursing -
American Technical School
Park Ridge, IL06.2013
Bachelor's - Nursing
Herzing University
Kenosha, WISkills
- EMR software proficiency (PCC)
- Multitasking and prioritization
- Care delivery coordination
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Teamwork and independence
- Infection control
- Staff training
- Workflow optimization
- Detail orientation
- Infection prevention expertise
- CMS reimbursement knowledge
- Quality assurance and performance improvement
- Restorative care functions
- Wound treatment expertise
- Quality improvement
- Continuous learning commitment
- Regulatory compliance
Certification
- CPR, Lake Zurich, IL October 2025
- Infection Preventionist, Zion, IL September 2019
- License Practical Nurse, Park Ridge, IL June 2013
Timeline
Director of MDS Services
Avantara Lake Zurich
05.2021 - Current
Assistant Director of Nursing/Infection Preventionist
The Grove at Lake
09.2019 - 05.2021
MDS Coordinator
The Grove at the Lake
04.2016 - 10.2019
Restorative Nurse Manager
Warren Barr North Shore
10.2015 - 04.2016
Treatment Nurse/ LPN Floor Nurse/MDS Coordinator
Hill Crest Nursing Center
10.2013 - 10.2015
License Practical Nursing -
American Technical School
Bachelor's - Nursing
Herzing University
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