Barbara Mccue
Pilesgrove,NJ
Summary
To seek and maintain position that offers professional challenges. Attention to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse /Practice Manager
Afra Wound Care Inc
04.2018 - 04.2023
- Provided patient-centered care in variety of buildings to include long term care and assisted living, as well as home care.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Discussed care plans with patients and families, explained test results and proper use of prescribed wound treatments.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Performed wound care chart audits of employees for compliance and appropriate wound care.
- Provided wound care education via lecture to facility staff as requested.
- Provided wound care certification course via Wound Ostomy Continence Nurses Society to individuals requesting certification - facility nurses, as well as non facility staff.
- Performed competencies of facility staff regarding infection control and wound care, following standards of care and state regulations.
- Assessed processes and procedures, complying with OSHA, and HIPAA regulations.
- Created and implemented organizational policies and procedures.
- Purchased office supplies as needed.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Handled job duties for staff members which were unavailable or out of the office, to include EMR scribing.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed feedback to improve skills.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and recommend necessary adjustments.
- Updated documentation, reports and spreadsheets with financial information as needed/requested in EMR.
- Verified insurance of patients to determine eligibility.
- Reviewed patient diagnosis codes to verify accuracy and completeness.
- Adhered to established standards to safeguard patients' health information.
- Responded to customer concerns and questions when needed.
- Conducted primary source verifications such as previous employment, board certifications and medical licenses.
- Prepared records for new providers. and facility file audits.
- Assisted medical credentialing coordinator with obtaining employee information.
- Oversight of RCM with outside contracted company.
Corporate Regional Wound Nurse
DePaul Healthcare
11.2014 - 04.2018
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting facility operations and patient care.
- Developed and presented lectures to various community settings, regarding health topics chosen by community.
- Developed through Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing, CEU program for DePaul employees and community nurses..
- Established wound certification program for DePaul employees and community nurses, in collaboration with Wound Ostomy Continence Nurses Society.
- Evaluated for need for in service in buildings, prepared and performed in service's as needed.
- Assisted with development of policies and procedures.
- Equipped patient and families with tools and knowledge needed for wound healing/prevention.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Performed performance improvement activities in buildings, to include long term care and assisted living.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Provided consultation, education and counseling to patients and staff.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine facility audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Evaluated and purchased offloading equipment and wound care products for prevention and treatment of wounds.
Wound Care Consultant
Southgate Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
08.2010 - 11.2014
- Followed document protocols to safeguard confidentiality of patient records.
- Compiled and maintained patient medical records to keep information complete and up-to-date.
- Provided excellent customer service to patients and medical staff.
- Trained new staff in standards of care of wound care Clients, as well as appropriate documentation.
- Worked with patients to ascertain issues and make referrals to appropriate specialists.
- Facilitated communication between patients and various departments and staff.
- Prepared documents and reports for clinical reviews and discharge plans.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives.
- Performed in servicing as necessary.
- Evaluated facility support surfaces and products. Recommended changes, upgrades as needed.
- Educated community nursing students per semester,
- Instituted and tracked incontinence and turning programs.
Clinical Specialist - Wound Care
American Medical Technologies
05.2009 - 10.2010
- Evaluated Patient wounds in long term care facilities, eligible to receive wound products under med B billing.
- Educated patients on prevention measures, healthy lifestyle and procedures to achieve optimum patient outcomes.
- Recommended treatment programs for selected patients based on evaluation results.
- Provided facility education as needed.
- Reviewed and researched patients' medical records and charts to determine past treatments.
Wound Center Nurse Manager
South Jersey Healthcare
08.2006 - 02.2009
- Developed and successfully opened outpatient wound care center.
- Evaluated and initiated electronic medical record.
- Developed polices and procedures for wound center.
- Passed all state and JACHO inspections.
- Managed daily wound center operations.
- Monitored infection control in wound center, per state regulations. Performed competency testing on wound center employees.
- Managed budget.
- Performed daily patient assessments.
- Monitored wound center physician coding.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Evaluated skills of nursing personnel and verified staff certifications for validity.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff wound center and allow nurses earned time off.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Oversaw infection control procedures to protect patients from infections and keep nursing departments compliant with state regulations.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Oversight of billing and coding for wound center.
Community Health Nurse
Virtua Health
02.1989 - 03.1999
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with other health-focused organizations and agencies to promote community health.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Facilitated medication management and monitored for side effects in collaboration with provider.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Developed standardized nursing care plans, and patient teaching plans.
- Updated policy and procedure manuals tp insure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Instituted pilot program involving one group of primary care practice physicians and home care patients.
- Participated in implementation of intravenous therapy program.
- Communicated with physicians and practitioners for patient care concerns to obtain orders and intervention protocols.
Research Coordinator
Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania
02.1995 - 09.1995
- Screened patient records, databases, and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies.
- Followed informed consent processes and maintained records.
- Worked with principal investigator and sponsors to facilitate trial activities and comply with research protocols.
- Gathered, processed, and shipped lab specimens.
- Collected data and followed research protocols, operations manuals, and case report form requirements.
- Administered study medication.
- Performed study requirements, with no protocol deviations.
Clinical Research Coordinator
Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania
09.1985 - 03.1988
- Participated in initiation visits and investigator meetings, implementing trials in accordance with study timelines and budgets.
- Worked with principal investigator and sponsors to facilitate daily trial activities and comply with research protocols.
- Screened patient records, databases, and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies.
- Maintained compliance with protocols covering patient care and clinical trial operations.
- Followed informed consent processes and maintained records.
- Collected data and followed research protocols, operations manuals, and case report form requirements.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Established case notification system in thirty hospitals, to identify study participants.
- Obtained IRB approval in all participating hospitals, with re approvals as necessary.
Research Assistant
Henry D Berkowitz MD, Randall D Cebul, MD
05.1987 - 01.1994
- Reviewed documents and data to identify trends and patterns.
- Data entry of all patients for study purposes.
- Created surveys and questionnaires to collect data for research projects.
- Follow up of post surgical endarterectomy patients for study purposes.
- Attended meetings with surgery and medicine to review study findings on monthly basis.
- Performed statistical analysis.
Staff Nurse Neuro/Trauma Intensive Care Unit
Graduate Hospital
04.1983 - 04.1987
- Identified priorities and provided high level of care to critically ill patients.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts
Education
Master of Science - Adult Nurse Practioner
LaSalle University
Philadelphia, PA05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Widener University
Chester, PA05.1990
Skills
- Medical Documentation and Record Review
- Patient Education
- Contract Management
- Preventive Care
- Evaluate Performance
- Cost Control
- Policy and Procedure Modification
- Training and Development
- Regulatory Issues
- Electronic Health Records Systems
- HIPAA Education
- Wound Care
Certification
Adult Nurse Practioner- Board Certified - ANCC -current
Adult Nurse Practioner - License in PA - current
Adult Nurse Practioner - License in NJ - current
Registered Nurse License - PA -current
Registered Nurse License - NJ -current
Wound Care Certification- Wound Ostomy Continence Nurses Society - current
Continence Certification - Wound Ostomy Continence Nurses Society - current
Timeline
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse /Practice Manager
Afra Wound Care Inc
04.2018 - 04.2023
Corporate Regional Wound Nurse
DePaul Healthcare
11.2014 - 04.2018
Wound Care Consultant
Southgate Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
08.2010 - 11.2014
Clinical Specialist - Wound Care
American Medical Technologies
05.2009 - 10.2010
Wound Center Nurse Manager
South Jersey Healthcare
08.2006 - 02.2009
Research Coordinator
Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania
02.1995 - 09.1995
Community Health Nurse
Virtua Health
02.1989 - 03.1999
Research Assistant
Henry D Berkowitz MD, Randall D Cebul, MD
05.1987 - 01.1994
Clinical Research Coordinator
Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania
09.1985 - 03.1988
Staff Nurse Neuro/Trauma Intensive Care Unit
Graduate Hospital
04.1983 - 04.1987
Master of Science - Adult Nurse Practioner
LaSalle University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Widener University
Adult Nurse Practioner- Board Certified - ANCC -current
Adult Nurse Practioner - License in PA - current
Adult Nurse Practioner - License in NJ - current
Registered Nurse License - PA -current
Registered Nurse License - NJ -current
Wound Care Certification- Wound Ostomy Continence Nurses Society - current
Continence Certification - Wound Ostomy Continence Nurses Society - current
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