A. Michelle Buchanan
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional skilled in compassionate patient care and quality improvement. Proven ability to coordinate admissions and transfers, ensuring efficient resource allocation and enhanced patient safety. Passionate about improving patient experiences through effective communication and teamwork.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Placement Coordinator
Advent Shawnee Mission
Merriam, KS
04.2023 - Current
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges to ensure efficient bed utilization and resource allocation.
Hospice RN
Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care
Kansas City, MO
04.2021 - 11.2022
- Provided compassionate care for patients facing life-limiting illnesses, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols, enhancing patient safety and compliance.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that met patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, treatment options, and end-of-life care decisions.
Hospice Nurse
Vitas
Lenexa, KS
07.2020 - 04.2021
- Coordinated patient care plans to enhance quality of life and comfort for terminally ill patients.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols and physician orders.
- Provided emotional support and education to families regarding end-of-life care options and resources.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care delivery tailored to individual patient needs.
Home Health Nurse
Visiting Nurse Association
Kansas City, KS
01.2020 - 07.2020
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions to inform care adjustments.
- Educated patients and families on health management practices, enhancing understanding of treatment regimens.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Clinical Documentation Specialist
Advent Shawnee Mission
Merriam, KS
10.2018 - 01.2020
- Reviewed and ensured accuracy of clinical documentation for compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize documentation processes and improve patient care outcomes.
- Trained staff on best practices for clinical documentation and coding accuracy, enhancing departmental efficiency.
- Led initiatives to streamline documentation workflows, resulting in reduced turnaround times for patient records.
Quality Outcomes Coordinator
University of Kansas Hospital
Kansas City, KS
05.2017 - 09.2018
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to enhance communication and project alignment.
- Developed and implemented process improvements to streamline patient intake procedures.
- Managed scheduling for clinical staff, optimizing resource allocation and workflow efficiency.
- Facilitated training sessions for new hires, ensuring adherence to hospital protocols and standards.
RN Clinical Reviewer
Menorah Medical Center
Overland Park, KS
07.2016 - 05.2017
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment options and recovery processes.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, identifying changes that required immediate intervention.
Physician Peer Review Coordinator
St. Mary's Hospital
Grand Junction, CO
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations and develop tailored treatment plans.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic patient care.
- Mentor junior physicians and medical staff on best practices and protocols.
- Implement evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes and safety.
Transplant Quality Anaylst
St. Lukes Hospital
Kansas City, MO
10.1995 - 12.2015
- Developed and executed comprehensive test plans to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Analyzed system performance and identified areas for quality improvement within patient care processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance documentation accuracy and streamline workflow efficiency.
- Conducted thorough audits of clinical data to maintain high standards of accuracy and reliability.
Clinical RN-ICU
Shawnee Mission Medical Center
Merriam, KS
07.1995 - 07.1996
- Administered patient care, including medication management and vital sign monitoring.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and post-discharge instructions.
- Implemented infection control protocols to enhance patient safety and outcomes.
Clinical RN-Cardiac ICU
St. Francis/Via Christi
Wichita, KS
05.1991 - 05.1995
- Administered patient care, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options and health management strategies.
- Monitored vital signs and administered medications, adjusting care based on patient responses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS05-1991
Skills
- Task prioritization
- Patient education and counseling
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Patient care assessment
- Healthcare system navigation
- Database coordination
- Interdepartmental collaboration
- Performance improvement
- Patient assessment
- Quality assurance
Certification
Lean Six Sigma for Healthcare Green Belt
Timeline
Patient Placement Coordinator
Advent Shawnee Mission
04.2023 - Current
Hospice RN
Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care
04.2021 - 11.2022
Hospice Nurse
Vitas
07.2020 - 04.2021
Home Health Nurse
Visiting Nurse Association
01.2020 - 07.2020
Clinical Documentation Specialist
Advent Shawnee Mission
10.2018 - 01.2020
Quality Outcomes Coordinator
University of Kansas Hospital
05.2017 - 09.2018
RN Clinical Reviewer
Menorah Medical Center
07.2016 - 05.2017
Physician Peer Review Coordinator
St. Mary's Hospital
01.2016 - 06.2016
Transplant Quality Anaylst
St. Lukes Hospital
10.1995 - 12.2015
Clinical RN-ICU
Shawnee Mission Medical Center
07.1995 - 07.1996
Clinical RN-Cardiac ICU
St. Francis/Via Christi
05.1991 - 05.1995
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wichita State University