Confident, team-oriented nursing professional seeking a nursing position which will enhance current skills and allow the ability to provide stellar healthcare service to patients. Excellent communicator providing patient centered care in a compassionate and respectful manner.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse Orthopedic Medical-Surgical Unit
University Medical Center
Lubbock, TX
10.2020 - Current
Supervise and delegate nursing tasks to team of 13 staff members, ensuring efficient patient care delivery
Facilitate and assist with admits, transfers, and discharge of patients
Perform rounds on 33 patients to ensure proper care being applied and nursing personnel performing work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards
Collaborate with MDs, case managers, and healthcare team to assess and address patients’ conditions and medical needs
Organize staff/patient assignments and patient care
Participate in performance improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and outcomes
Staff Nurse Orthopedic Medical-Surgical Unit, 7/2020-10/2020
Delivered comprehensive nursing care to patients in a clinical setting
Assessed, developed, implemented, and evaluated a comprehensive plan of care through a multidisciplinary care team process in conjunction with patient and family
Administered medications and treatments as ordered including IV insertions, phlebotomy, NG/G-tube care, catherization, suctioning, wound care, PICC line care, oxygen therapy
Provided patients and family education in accordance with established guidelines
Clinical Nurse-Advanced Care Inpatient Trauma Unit
Miami Valley Hospital
Dayton, OH
02.2019 - 07.2020
Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated patient care to optimize patient outcomes
Applied expertise in data analysis by monitoring laboratory results, performing sterile procedures, including catheterization, IV starts, wound dressing changes
Communicated and collaborated with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to deliver timely and exceptional patient care
Senior Medical Coder
Grace Clinic
Lubbock, TX
01.2014 - 12.2014
Audited, coded, billed, and followed up on cardiology services for 5 cardiologists and 2 NPs, ensuring accurate reimbursement and compliance.
Led comprehensive coding audits to ensure compliance with federal regulations and billing accuracy.
Mentored junior coders on coding guidelines, enhancing team performance and knowledge retention.
Implemented process improvements that reduced claim denials and increased revenue recovery rates.
Senior Coding and Billing Specialist
Texas Tech Physicians
Lubbock, TX
05.2012 - 01.2014
Processed billing for medical services provided by ENT physicians and PAs
Secured pre-authorizations for surgeries to ensure insurance coverage
Processed coding and billing transactions accurately to ensure timely reimbursement.
Reviewed patient records for coding accuracy and compliance with regulations.
Collaborated with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and improve billing practices.
Senior Coder
Cardiology Consultants
Abilene, TX
09.2006 - 05.2012
Audited and coded medical services for 11 cardiologists and 3 NPs, ensuring accurate billing and compliance
Achieved monthly billing goal of $1 million, contributing to financial stability of practice
Led coding team in accurate documentation of cardiology procedures and diagnoses.
Implemented coding best practices to improve billing accuracy and reduce claim denials.
Mentored junior coders on complex coding standards and compliance regulations.
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