Amanda Wetterberg
Lexington,SC
Summary
Unit coordinator with 15 years of human service experience. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Unit Coordinator
South Shore Medical
06.2022 - 04.2024
- Handled confidential patient information with discretion, adhering to HIPAA regulations to protect privacy rights.
- Trained new Unit Coordinators on unit-specific protocols, contributing to overall team proficiency in delivering exceptional patient care experiences.
- Achieved appropriate patient flow by admitting, transferring and discharging patients in computer system and notifying appropriate personnel of patient status verbally and through signage.
- Managed medical emergencies calmly and effectively while activating appropriate codes according to hospital policy; ensuring prompt response from specialized personnel.
- Maintained a clean and organized unit environment, adhering to infection control protocols for optimal patient safety.
- Streamlined patient admissions by efficiently managing and organizing medical records.
- Scheduled patient testing, delivered specimens to lab, received STAT lab results and posted in patient record for access by physicians.
- Prioritized safe care for patients, staff and visitors.
Unit Coordinator/ CNA
Beth Israel Deaconess-Plymouth
10.2016 - 11.2021
- Handled confidential patient information with discretion, adhering to HIPAA regulations to protect privacy rights.
- Trained new Unit Coordinators on unit-specific protocols, contributing to overall team proficiency in delivering exceptional patient care experiences.
- Achieved appropriate patient flow by admitting, transferring and discharging patients in computer system and notifying appropriate personnel of patient status verbally and through signage.
- Managed medical emergencies calmly and effectively while activating appropriate codes according to hospital policy; ensuring prompt response from specialized personnel.
- Identified and facilitated resolution of unit operational problems independently, collaborating with manager to resolve complex problems.
- Coordinated and maintained referral sources related to admissions, discharges, and follow up services to sustain daily census requirements.
- Assisted in ordering and serving patient meals, transporting patients and performing indirect patient care duties at competent level and according to needs of patient population served.
- Monitored office supply inventory, analyzing usage patterns and requisitioning supplies and equipment as well as maintenance repair services.
- Demonstrated adaptability and resilience by providing support during periods of high census or staff shortages, ensuring continuity of care for all patients.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bristol Plymouth Regional Technical School
Taunton, MA06.2007
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Supply Inventory
- Appointment Scheduling
- Document Control
- New Admissions
- Supply Restocking
- Epic Systems
- Professionalism
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Unit Coordinator
South Shore Medical
06.2022 - 04.2024
Unit Coordinator/ CNA
Beth Israel Deaconess-Plymouth
10.2016 - 11.2021
High School Diploma -
Bristol Plymouth Regional Technical School