Alena Romanyuk

• Managed daily responsibilities of the trauma program, which included process improvement, education & outreach, registry management.
• Collaborated with hospital administration to develop strategic plans for program growth and expansion, as well as preparation for trauma survey.
• Established a culture of continuous improvement within the trauma program, fostering innovation and collaboration among team members.
• Oversaw staff training and development, maintaining a high level of expertise in trauma care among team members.
• Coordinated community outreach programs to promote injury prevention and awareness of available resources.
• Participated in process improvement and staff feedback through personalized staff needs.
• Onboarded new staff, participated directly in the interview and onboarding process.

Certified by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) as the coordinator for: Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), Advanced Trauma Care in Nursing (ATCN), Rural Trauma Team Development Course (RTTDC)

• Originated the Legacy Trauma EMS Symposium
• Certified as the CCEMTP coordinator accredited by UMBC
• Facilitated trauma courses for prehospital providers, physicians, and nurses statewide
• Acted as a state resource for trauma transfer and prehospital education
• Collaborated on trauma outreach and education initiatives.
• Successfully transferred an external companies contract with ATLS to be with Legacy internally to create revenue within the Legacy system.

• Working in close collaboration with the Trauma Resusication Team throughout the patients initial stabilization to transfer within the hospital.
• Trauma resource for both Legacy Emanuel and Randall Children's
• Respond to all Traumas, Code Whites, RRT's and Code Greens.
• Practice patient advocacy as well as empowerment of new staff members to trauma.
• Educate on the job of process improvement within trauma.
• Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.

• Assessed patients upon arrival, performed accurate triage, and initiated standing orders
• Worked with interdisciplinary teams to provide optimal acute care
• Performed advanced procedures, including IV placements, chest tube insertions, and managing massive transfusions.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge on evidence-based nursing practices through continuing education opportunities and professional development activities.
• Mentored new nursing staff members as they transitioned into the emergency department setting, sharing clinical knowledge and best practices.
• Facilitated smooth transitions between different levels of care by coordinating with other departments such as intensive care units or surgical units when necessary.
• Improved patient satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and advocating for their needs within the healthcare team.
• Developed strong rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds through effective communication skills and cultural competency.

• Trained and floated as a resource to all Providence System Emergency Departments
• Streamlined department workflows by participating in process improvement initiatives aimed at reducing wait times and enhancing overall efficiency.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.

• Provided care to 11 different units within the Salem System which included, CV, IMCU, Orthopedics, Surgical Services, Behavioral Health, all Medical Floors, as well as Rehab Facilities within the system.

• Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures, charted on traumas, splinting, EKG's, stocking.
• Assisted providers and RN's with daily Emergency Department procedures and flow.
• Floated to the Adult Emergency Department.

• Handled complex cases involving multiple insurance providers or unique billing situations, ensuring proper reimbursement and minimizing financial risks to the facility.
• Verified insurance coverage and secured pre-authorizations as needed to guarantee proper reimbursement for services rendered.
• Expedited emergency admissions by prioritizing tasks effectively during high-pressure situations.

• Kept accurate log of requests for medical information and records.
• Assisted healthcare providers with timely access to patient information, facilitating optimal treatment decisions.
• Maintained patient confidence by keeping patient records information confidential.