To obtain a License Practical Nurse position within a reputable facility where I can expand and utilize my
nursing skills and provide the highest quality of care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Care Connector – CSHCS & Bright Start
AmeriHealth Caritas Blue Cross Complete
Southfield, MI
03.2018 - 04.2023
Responsible for supporting the daily operations of integrated care management and utilization management program interventions
Operate in a contact center environment, effectively processing calls placed to members to complete surveys, providers and other areas, internal and external to the company
Identify members with Care Gaps/HEDIS related health conditions and assists them in accessing care through Plan benefits and community resources
Provide members with educational materials and carry out strategies in increase health care adherence and reduce barriers to care
Deliver comprehensive, outcomes-driven care to those who need it most.
Care Connector – Children Special Healthcare Services
Mindlance (Contractor - AmeriHealth Caritas Blue Cross Complete)
Southfield, MI
12.2017 - 03.2018
Responsible for supporting the daily operations of integrated care management and utilization management program interventions
Performs in a contact center environment, effectively processing calls placed to members to complete mini surveys
Identify members with Care Gaps/HEDIS related health conditions and assists them in accessing care through plan benefits and community resources
Under the direction of clinical staff, provides members with educational materials and carry out strategies to increase health care adherence and reduce barriers to care.
Care Coordinator – Maternity and Family Health Plan
Meridian Health Plan
Detroit, MI
11.2016 - 09.2017
Managed an assigned caseload of Meridian members while creating a relationship with the member working towards heir optimal overall health and well-being by facilitating transition of care for members through individual meetings in person and by phone
Conducted complete, timely and accurate program specific assessments including prenatal, postnatal, health risk and comprehensive assessments while developing members plan of care including current member demographic information
Completed all activities and interventions outlined in the members care plan and ongoing monitoring of cases to ensure routine follow up and progression in their care plan goals
Addressed needed HEDIS with all members assigned and assisted in scheduling appointments for HEDIS measure completion
Assembled information concerning member’s clinical background and referral needs, and per referral guidelines provided appropriate clinical information to members PCP and Specialists
Assisted members in problem solving and potential access to care issues such as need for transportation, interpreters, cultural resources, community resources, etc.
Utilization Management Transitional Care Coordinator
Meridian Health Plan
Detroit, MI
06.2015 - 11.2016
Completed Medicaid/Medicare authorization process in MCS system for approved authorizations and contact hospital reviewers with decision, days authorized and corporate authorization number
Faxed processed authorizations to providers and handle provider inquiries appropriately
Assisted with special projects or department process improvement efforts, as needed
Performed transition of care post discharge calls to members post inpatient
Created denial letters to hospitals as required and within established timeframes
Coordinated with other medical management departments as needed, including making referrals to Case Management.
Business Office Assistant
St. John Providence Hospital OB/GYN Resident Clinic
Southfield, MI
10.2009 - 06.2015
Monitored expenditures and record financial activities within the clinic
Facilitated day-to-day administrative operations of the clinic
Coached and advised team members to accomplish project goals, to meet established schedules, and resolve operational issues
Responsible for the daily processing of medical records from retrieval to physician completion, to final storage
Assisted Physicians and other clinicians in the process of record completion, as well as record review/research projects
Received and screen visitors and telephone calls
Performed all duties related to the registration of patients, including obtaining insurance information
Identified the need for, and obtaining authorizations and pre-certifications from insurance carriers and physician offices
Verified assignments of patients, benefits, co-pays, and self-responsible portion of charges
Coded charges using ICD-9 and CPT-4 software for coding manuals, and entering data into a computerized management system.
Education
Licensed Practical Nursing
Hondros College of Nursing
Bingham Farms, MI
03-2024
High School Diploma -
Kalamazoo Central High School
Kalamazoo, MI
06-1999
Skills
Clinical Experience Regency At Westland, Westland, MI
Performed head to toe assessments
Executed simple dressing changes, foley and catheter care
Dispensed oral, transdermal, sublingual, otic and ophthalmic medications
Obtained finger stick blood sugar
Administered subcutaneous injections, medications via gastrostomy tube and breathing treatments
Maintained patient hygiene by performing bed baths, showers and oral care
Certification
Licensure
LPN licensure pending NCLEX
BLS certified
Volunteer
Detroit City Lions Youth Club
Community Clean Up for Fitzgerald Neighborhood
Blue Cross Complete Baby Shower Event
Timeline
Care Connector – CSHCS & Bright Start
AmeriHealth Caritas Blue Cross Complete
03.2018 - 04.2023
Care Connector – Children Special Healthcare Services
Mindlance (Contractor - AmeriHealth Caritas Blue Cross Complete)
12.2017 - 03.2018
Care Coordinator – Maternity and Family Health Plan
Meridian Health Plan
11.2016 - 09.2017
Utilization Management Transitional Care Coordinator
Meridian Health Plan
06.2015 - 11.2016
Business Office Assistant
St. John Providence Hospital OB/GYN Resident Clinic