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Catherine Olbrych

Catherine Olbrych

Delray Beach,FL

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in both inpatient and outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinates with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Concisely compiles supportive documentation and submits cases for prior authorization for both inpatient and outpatient procedures, as well as medication authorizations. Coordinates preoperative education, hospital appointments, and required clearances. Consistently delivers excellent customer service.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

HCA Florida JFK Hospital
02.1994 - 02.2024
  • Maintains thorough accurate and confidential documentation in medical records
  • Acts as patient advocate and implements total patient care through team nursing process
  • Collaborates with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health
  • Educates patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes
  • Assesses patient conditions, monitors behaviors and updates supervising physicians with observations and concerns
  • Participates in meetings with management and healthcare team to discuss current projects and develop action plans for implementation
  • Checks documentation for appropriate coding, catching errors and making revisions
  • Compiles data from various sources to prepare reports for management
  • Communicates with insurance companies regarding benefits for patients
  • Secures prior authorizations and prior certifications for surgical procedures performed in office as well as in hospital settings
  • Complies with insurance regulations dictated by local, state and federal agencies
  • Resolves issues with knowledgeable and friendly service
  • Identifies needs of customers promptly and efficiently
  • Prioritizes and organizes tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals
  • Maintains updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training
  • Provides staff training and provides orientation to new employees.

Education

BS - Healthcare Administration

University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
07.2003 - 04.2005

AS - Nursing

Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL
08.1990 - 08.1992

AA - Accounting

Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL
08.1984 - 08.1987

Skills

  • Insurance Verification
  • ICD-10 and CPT General Knowledge
  • Medicaid, Medicare, and Commercial Insurance Knowledge
  • Microsoft Office
  • Prior Authorizations and Certifications
  • Case Coordination
  • EMR
  • BLS

Certification

Certified Bariatric Nurse, American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons, 2013-2025

Personal Information

Title: REGISTERED NURSE

Timeline

BS - Healthcare Administration

University of Phoenix
07.2003 - 04.2005

Registered Nurse

HCA Florida JFK Hospital
02.1994 - 02.2024

AS - Nursing

Palm Beach State College
08.1990 - 08.1992

AA - Accounting

Palm Beach State College
08.1984 - 08.1987
Catherine Olbrych