Adrianne Smith
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 10 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with hospice specialty. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Nathan Adelson Hospice
08.2014 - Current
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as liaison between healthcare team and loved ones.
- Prevented spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nathan Adelson Hospice
05.2011 - 08.2013
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
Medical Billing Representative
Strategic Collection Management
09.2007 - 06.2009
- Conducted periodic audits of billing records to identify errors or inconsistencies, ensuring proper documentation for future reference.
- Researched CPT and ICD-9 coding discrepancies for compliance and reimbursement accuracy.
- Adhered to established standards to safeguard patients' health information.
- Confidently and adeptly handled claim denials and/or appeals.
- Posted and adjusted payments from insurance companies.
- Verified insurance of patients to determine eligibility.
- Expedited the claims submission process by using electronic health record systems efficiently, reducing time spent on manual tasks.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV05.2014
High School Diploma -
Maryvale High School
Phoenix, AZ05.1980
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Compassionate and Caring
- Emotional awareness
- Documentation
- Charge Nurse experience
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Nathan Adelson Hospice
08.2014 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nathan Adelson Hospice
05.2011 - 08.2013
Medical Billing Representative
Strategic Collection Management
09.2007 - 06.2009
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
College of Southern Nevada
High School Diploma -
Maryvale High School
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