Summary
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Certification
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Catherine McBride

Morganville

Summary

Dedicated Operating Room Nurse with extensive experience in patient care and surgical support, adept at managing complex cases with precision. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through effective workflow optimization and compliance with industry standards. Transitioning into the role of MDS Nurse, leveraging skills in comprehensive patient assessments and interdisciplinary collaboration. Recognized for experience in insurance approvals and CPT coding, driving accuracy in billing processes.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Operations Manager

The Keeper Combine
Morganville
08.2023 - Current
  • Updated and maintained databases with current information.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.

Assistant to the Director of Operations

Coastal Cup Tournaments
Morganville
01.2022 - Current
  • Delivered comprehensive administrative support to Director of Operations, managing meeting schedules and agenda preparation.
  • Evaluated sales reports, activity reports, and financial statements to gauge productivity.
  • Prepared yearly reports detailing profit and loss margins.
  • Created forms using Microsoft Word and Excel to enhance business workflow.

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Surgicare of Freehold
Freehold
08.2020 - Current
  • Ensured accurate documentation of patient care via electronic records.
  • Oversaw routine tasks for securing approvals from multiple health plans, including Medicare and Medicaid.
  • Interpreted medical reports to apply appropriate ICD-9, CPT-4 and HCPCS codes.
  • Collaborated with billing team to confirm no additional diagnosis codes available for LCD and NCD coverage.
  • Reviewed clinical data from medical records regarding patient's ICD, CPT, and HCPCS codes.
  • Developed and adjusted care plans tailored to patients.
  • Coordinated communication between surgical team and patient's family.
  • Documented perioperative process details in patient medical records with high accuracy.
  • Enhanced collaborative learning among new staff members through dedicated mentorship.
  • Ensured swift and expert response to emergency situations.
  • Fostered a calming environment for patients, supporting recovery and minimizing compliance issues.
  • Assessed multiple variables to optimize the delivery of care plans.
  • Ensured streamlined collaboration within surgical teams for optimal procedure outcomes.
  • Recorded operative procedures and patient interactions in electronic medical records with precision.
  • Analyzed test results to identify conditions and assist in clinical decisions.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA laws through strict management of patient data.
  • Implemented resourceful strategies to optimize budget utilization.

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Monmouth Medical Center
Longbranch
08.2016 - 08.2020
  • Maintained comprehensive electronic health records for accurate patient care tracking.
  • Interpreted medical reports to apply appropriate ICD-9, CPT-4 and HCPCS codes.
  • Collaborated with billing team to confirm no additional diagnosis codes available for LCD and NCD coverage.
  • Reviewed clinical data from medical records to assign ICD, CPT, and HCPCS codes.
  • Developed tailored care plans based on patient assessments.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Guaranteed meticulous documentation of medical records for patients in perioperative care.
  • Worked collaboratively with team to reach project goals and adhere to timelines.
  • Executed treatment plans as specified by the interdisciplinary team.

Marketing Assistant

FDM Marketing
Red Bank
05.2014 - 12.2015
  • Delivered consistent administrative assistance to Marketing Manager.
  • Played a key role in organizing marketing activities.
  • Tracked operational performance metrics using Microsoft Excel.
  • Developed Excel spreadsheets to monitor financial transactions related to school activities.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT
05-2016

Skills

  • Database management
  • Cost reduction
  • Customer service
  • Report preparation
  • Sales analysis
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Electronic health records
  • ICD coding
  • Patient care planning
  • Health insurance verification
  • Mentorship and training
  • HIPAA protocol adherence
  • Advanced cardiac life support
  • Wound management
  • Licensed by New Jersey nursing board
  • Circulating nurse skills
  • Adapting to change
  • EMR software
  • Team collaboration
  • Quick Learner Aptitude
  • Quick memorization
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving
  • Leading team meetings

Certification

  • BLS
  • ACLS

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant Operations Manager

The Keeper Combine
08.2023 - Current

Assistant to the Director of Operations

Coastal Cup Tournaments
01.2022 - Current

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Surgicare of Freehold
08.2020 - Current

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Monmouth Medical Center
08.2016 - 08.2020

Marketing Assistant

FDM Marketing
05.2014 - 12.2015

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Sacred Heart University
Catherine McBride