April Fischer
Hiawatha,IA
Summary
Seasoned Medical Records Specialist with a proven track record at Silver Oak Nursing, adept in healthcare data management and fostering positive interactions. Leveraged expertise in HIPAA compliance and medical billing to enhance data accuracy and patient confidentiality. Achieved significant improvements in records retrieval efficiency, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and compassionate patient care.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Records Specialist
Silver Oak Drilling
Marion, IA
11.2023 - Current
- Coordinated activities between departments relating to completion, retention, release of patient's medical records.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Oversaw daily operations ensuring compliance with established departmental policies, procedures, standards.
- Developed, implemented and maintained medical records policies and procedures.
- Reviewed medical records for accuracy, completeness and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Provided education on HIPAA regulations related to access and disclosure of protected health information.
Omt
silver oak nursing
Marion , IA
11.2023 - Current
- Performed wellness observations, documenting side effects for clinical follow-up.
- Monitored residents with self-administered medications and reported deviation from plans of care to licensed or registered nurse.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Provided patient education regarding medications and their potential side effects.
- Managed the storage of hazardous drugs and disposal of expired and unused medications according to policy guidelines.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Assisted with medication administration, including dispensing and documentation of patient medications.
- Greeted patients and families with enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.
- Maintained accurate records regarding patient's medical history, vital signs and progress notes.
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient care and medication management strategies.
- Prepared and administered oral, topical, and injectable medications as directed by healthcare providers.
- Completed continuing education to stay updated on medication administration practices.
Central Supply Coordinator
silver oak nursing
Marion, IA
11.2023 - Current
- Monitored and tracked inventory levels, ordering supplies as needed.
- Executed administrative tasks such as booking appointments, ordering supplies.
- Oversaw inventory management activities, including ordering supplies when necessary.
- Ordering supplies as needed for daily operations of the center.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing paperwork and ordering supplies.
- Managed inventory control systems for ordering supplies as needed.
- Assisted in ordering supplies when necessary.
- Managed budgeting tasks, such as ordering supplies and equipment.
- Responsible for ordering supplies when necessary.
Stay at Home Mom
Self Employed Web
Iowa Falls, IA
07.2010 - 11.2023
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to child care such as laundry, tidying up play areas.
- Maintained records of meals served, medications administered and other pertinent information related to child care.
- Ensured compliance with state laws related to child care licensing regulations.
- Recruited and trained child care providers for state licensure and conducted site visits to monitor effectiveness.
- Assisted parents with selecting appropriate child care options that meet their needs.
- Assisted parents in developing child care plans that met their individual needs.
- Provided child care services such as feeding, bathing and playing with children.
- Ensured compliance with local regulations governing child care facilities.
RTW
Iowa Veterans Home
Marshalltown, IA
06.2000 - 10.2010
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
Education
CMA - Nursing
NIACC
Mason City, IA01-2021
GED -
Marshalltown Community College
Marshalltown, IA08-2003
Skills
- Healthcare data management
- Medical billing and coding
- Health information systems
- Insurance verification
- Positive interactions
- Medical records retrieval
- Database management
- Medical transcription
- Records filing
- Medical office procedures
- Account management
- Medical records filing
- Medical record security
- Case management
- Records pulling
- HIPAA compliance
- HIPAA expert
- Document scanning
- Records organization
- Processing of subpoenas
Affiliations
I am hardworking honest driven and motivated. I love learning new things and being productive
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Records Specialist
Silver Oak Drilling
11.2023 - Current
Omt
silver oak nursing
11.2023 - Current
Central Supply Coordinator
silver oak nursing
11.2023 - Current
Stay at Home Mom
Self Employed Web
07.2010 - 11.2023
RTW
Iowa Veterans Home
06.2000 - 10.2010
CMA - Nursing
NIACC
GED -
Marshalltown Community College