Andrea Ethington
Cortez,CO
Summary
Accomplished health information management professional with a proven track record in coordinating medical records and ensuring HIPAA compliance. Strong attention to detail enhances operational excellence and supports effective patient interactions. Expertise in staff development fosters a skilled and knowledgeable team.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Records and Health Information Technician
Vista Grande Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Cortez, Colorado
07.2019 - Current
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations to support quality patient care.
- Managed electronic health record systems to streamline data entry and retrieval.
- Facilitated effective communication between medical staff and patients regarding health information to enhance understanding and care.
- Reviewed medical documentation for accuracy and completeness before filing.
- Assisted in training new staff on health information management practices.
- Coordinated timely release of medical records in accordance with HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy and meet legal standards.
- Provided technical support for computer applications related to clinical documentation systems.
- Supported audits by providing required documentation and ensuring data integrity.
Medication Aide
Vista Grande Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Cortez, Colorado
06.2016 - Current
- Administered medications to residents according to care plans and physician instructions, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols.
- Administered oral medications to patients in accordance with doctor's orders.
- Monitored residents for side effects, promptly reporting changes to nursing staff to facilitate timely interventions.
- Monitored patient vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Maintained accurate medication records, ensuring compliance with regulations and enhancing quality of care.
- Adhered strictly to established policies, procedures and protocols related to medication administration.
- Assisted in training new staff on medication administration procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Flagstaff High School
Flagstaff, AZ05-1995
Skills
- Electronic health records management
- Health information management
- HIPAA compliance
- Clinical documentation
- Patient confidentiality
- Information verification
- Technical troubleshooting
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Staff training and development
- Patient communication
Certification
- Certified Nurse Assistant
- Medication Administrative Athority
Timeline
Medical Records and Health Information Technician
Vista Grande Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
07.2019 - Current
Medication Aide
Vista Grande Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
06.2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
Flagstaff High School