Healthcare Administrator proven to deliver exemplary level of healthcare service delivery to patients. Plan and implement strategies for developing improved health care management. Proven problem solver and excellent communicator across a multi-disciplinary landscape. Strong organizational skills, understanding of data collection and performance metrics. Recognized for staff development leading to high performing teams.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Clinical Operations
Fondren Orthopedic Group
07.2023 - Current
Clinical umbrella includes: 44 physicians, 140+ clinical staff, 7 office managers at multiple locations: Main campus and 10 satellite clinics
Process improvement and policy for in clinic emergencies
Collaboration between physician practices, hospital administration and departments.
Facilitated knowledge sharing among staff through organized training sessions, workshops, and conferences on best practices in clinical operations management.
Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, fostering collaboration and mutual support among team members.
Managed crisis situations effectively as they arose; swiftly identifying root causes, formulating action plans, executing decisive action steps to resolve issues, and prevent recurrence.
Nurse Practitioner, Project Manager
GHA/US Anesthesia Partners
06.2012 - Current
Pre-admit NP- assess patients for surgery within a specialty hospital. EKG and lab interpretation.
Lead Acute Pain Management service with RN to care for inpatients
Implemented new billing app and process to over 2000 providers in 3 hospitals
Set up infrastructure for anesthesia services at new practice site- IT, billing, staffing, resource library
In house call on weekends- triage and stabilize inpatients, provide onsite pain management services.
Satellite Office Manager
Fondren Orthopedic Group
11.2022 - 07.2023
Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.
Served as a liaison between upper management and staff members, facilitating open channels of communication to address concerns or issues promptly.
Oversaw facility maintenance requests, coordinating with building management to address repairs or improvements efficiently.
Reduced costs with meticulous budget monitoring and expense tracking for essential supplies and equipment.
Improved team morale and cohesion with regular team-building activities and open communication channels.
Streamlined document handling and processing, reducing turnaround time for client inquiries and requests.
Handled sensitive employee and client information with utmost confidentiality, maintaining trust and integrity.
Full-Time Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Christine Maren, D.O (virtual practice)
11.2021 - 07.2022
Assessed patients through the Institute for Functional Medicine Matrix and Timeline.
Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
Prevented complications by identifying early warning signs of potential issues through careful examination and history-taking techniques.
Managed complex cases involving multiple co-morbidities through diligent monitoring of disease progression and proactive intervention strategies.
Maintained thorough documentation of all clinical encounters, adhering to HIPAA regulations while facilitating clear communication among team members.
Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and compassionate care.
Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Part-Time Nurse Practitioner
Memorial Hermann-Neighborhood Health Center
09.2011 - 12.2012
Urgent Care setting with 1 NP and 1 MA.
Supplemental RN II-Chronic Disease Manager
Memorial Hermann Physicians at Sugar Creek
05.2011 - 10.2011
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Complex Care Manager, Wellness Program Coordinator
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Health Care
01.2006 - 01.2010
Created, developed, implemented and marketed a corporate wellness program, including testing and risk stratification, for 1200+ employees.
Organized monthly physician lectures for employees
Created monthly wellness newsletters for distribution
Created, developed and implemented Chronic Disease Management Program within the Family Medicine Residency Program at CHRISTUS Santa Rosa.
Managed 1200 patients with diabetes and other co-morbidities.
Created and utilized a disease registry for stratification of risk and disease specific educational opportunities.
Field Sales Professional
Sanofi-Aventis Pharmaceuticals
01.2005 - 01.2006
Implemented strategy to increase Plavix, Avapro/Avalide scripts in territory.
Awarded top presenter in training
Promoted to new hire divisional clinical trainer
Field Sales Professional
Venti Pharma Services
01.2004 - 01.2005
Exceeded sales targets consistently with effective prospecting, negotiation, and closing techniques.
Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams for efficient resource allocation and project execution including Primary Care, Urology, Endocrinology, and Cardiology.
Achieved top-performer status within the organization due to outstanding sales results year after year. Top Territory in the country with Bayer, President's Club Winner. Received Best of the Best award.
Staff Nurse III-Labor and Delivery
Southwest Texas Methodist Hospital
01.2002 - 01.2004
Staff Nurse II, Charge Nurse, Nurse Manager-Level I Emergency Center
University Hospital
01.1999 - 01.2002
Education
Functional Medicine
The Institute For Functional Medicine
05-2021
Master of Science - Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Texas Health Sciences Center At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Abilene Christian University
Abilene, TX
01.1999
Skills
Clinical leadership
Collaborative skills
Effective communication
Developing training programs
Quality improvement
Employee performance evaluations
Clinical quality improvement
Healthcare administration
Medical staff leadership
Practice development
Affiliations
Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society for Nursing - Delta Alpha-at-Large Chapter
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
American Nurses Association
Institute for Functional Medicine Member and Certified Provider
Statelicenses
Texas
Colorado
Michigan
Recognitionsawards
Best of the Best, 04/04, Sales Training, Fournier Pharma, Newark, NJ
President's Club Winner, 01/05, Bayer Pharmaceuticals
Top Plavix detail winner, 05/05, Sales Training, Sanofi-Aventis, Bridgewater, NJ
Vice President, San Antonio Chapter of Children's Hemiplegia and Stroke Association, 2008-present
Educationalactivities
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, Member of Health and Wellness Committee, 08/08-05/10
Research
Concept Analysis: Partnering, 10/07/08, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, oral presentation
Red yeast rice in lowering cholesterol in adults with primary hyperlipidemia, 02/11, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, poster
Guideline: Acute gastroenteritis in children ages two-twelve years, 11/11, Beebe, N, Davis, C, Gaither, D, Pitoi, R, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, oral presentation
Certification
Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Provider
Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
CPR/AED Certification
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Timeline
Director of Clinical Operations
Fondren Orthopedic Group
07.2023 - Current
Satellite Office Manager
Fondren Orthopedic Group
11.2022 - 07.2023
Full-Time Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Christine Maren, D.O (virtual practice)
11.2021 - 07.2022
Nurse Practitioner, Project Manager
GHA/US Anesthesia Partners
06.2012 - Current
Part-Time Nurse Practitioner
Memorial Hermann-Neighborhood Health Center
09.2011 - 12.2012
Supplemental RN II-Chronic Disease Manager
Memorial Hermann Physicians at Sugar Creek
05.2011 - 10.2011
Complex Care Manager, Wellness Program Coordinator
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Health Care
01.2006 - 01.2010
Field Sales Professional
Sanofi-Aventis Pharmaceuticals
01.2005 - 01.2006
Field Sales Professional
Venti Pharma Services
01.2004 - 01.2005
Staff Nurse III-Labor and Delivery
Southwest Texas Methodist Hospital
01.2002 - 01.2004
Staff Nurse II, Charge Nurse, Nurse Manager-Level I Emergency Center
University Hospital
01.1999 - 01.2002
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Abilene Christian University
Functional Medicine
The Institute For Functional Medicine
Master of Science - Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Texas Health Sciences Center At San Antonio