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Amanda Drone

Athens,IL

Summary

To obtain full time employment in a stable work environment that allows for opportunities at advancement. I am an organized and dependable candidate that is successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Always willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. I strive to seek professional challenges that will allow me to utilize my interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Admissions and Marketing

The Bridge Care Suites
10.2020 - Current
  • Guided and supported facility owners, management, and outside company in relationship development to establish site for new trial drug program.
  • Advise facility staff on prospective admissions and strategies for meeting needs, care goals, and potential barriers in care.
  • Contributed to overall patient and facility success by actively participating in cross-functional initiatives aimed at improving guest experience, facility offerings, and maintaining strong collaborating relationships with outside facilities and resource groups.
  • Streamlined the admissions process for efficiency, resulting in faster response times on referral acceptance, authorization initiation, hospital notification, and facility preparation.


Clinical Nurse Liaison

Lewis Memorial Christian Village
10.2011 - 10.2020
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
  • Enhanced communication between healthcare providers, patients, and families by serving as a liaison to ensure accurate information exchange.
  • Streamlined care coordination by facilitating timely admissions and discharges for patients transitioning between facilities.
  • Promoted patient safety and satisfaction through comprehensive assessments, identifying potential barriers to successful transitions.
  • Collaborated with physicians and case managers to determine optimal care settings for each patient based on clinical needs and insurance coverage.
  • Increased referral volumes by building strong relationships with community partners, including hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and home health agencies.
  • Educated patients and families on available resources, ensuring informed decision-making during the transition process.
  • MDS Coordinator-MDS Assessments, Careplan meetings, ICD-10 coding, Insurance Authorizations, Nursing Documentation Education, and Staff Coding Education.
  • Floor Nurse-Medication Administration, Wound Cares, Patient Assessment, Physician Notification, Documentation, and Team Leadership.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Evaluated patient satisfaction and made suggestions for changes or improvements.
  • Responded to and investigated complaints and concerns of patients.
  • Verified insurance coverage for patients and worked with clinic to schedule doctor visits and therapy sessions.
  • Developed strong working relationships with insurance providers to ensure seamless coverage during care transitions for patients.
  • Advocated for patients'' preferences while collaborating with treatment teams when determining appropriate levels of continued care.
  • Facilitated smooth handoffs between healthcare providers by coordinating transfer of medical records, equipment needs, and other pertinent information during transitions of care.
  • Supported organizational goals by participating in community outreach events aimed at raising awareness of facility offerings and expertise among potential referral sources.
  • Provided leadership in quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing the patient experience throughout their care journey.
  • Assisted in the development of marketing strategies to promote facility services within the local healthcare community.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse -

Capitol Area School of Practical Nursing
Springfield, Illinois
2006

GED -

Lawrence Adult
Springfield, Illinois
2001

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Creative Thinking
  • Data Analysis
  • Cross-functional Teamwork
  • Community Outreach
  • Time Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Project Management
  • Empathy and Compassion
  • Relationship Building
  • Event Planning
  • Customer Service
  • Admissions Management
  • Admissions Oversight
  • Planning and Coordination
  • Collaborative Problem Solving
  • Organizational Skills
  • Team Leadership
  • Ethical Conduct

Timeline

Director of Admissions and Marketing

The Bridge Care Suites
10.2020 - Current

Clinical Nurse Liaison

Lewis Memorial Christian Village
10.2011 - 10.2020

Licensed Practical Nurse -

Capitol Area School of Practical Nursing

GED -

Lawrence Adult
Amanda Drone