Catherine Reynolds
Springdale,AR
Summary
Registered Nurse of over twenty years looking to further grow in experience and value in the community. License # R067828, effective 2/15/2002.
Highly organized professional specializing in efficient scheduling processes and team collaboration. Proven ability to optimize schedules and enhance operational flow. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring seamless coordination even in dynamic environments. Key skills include time management, conflict resolution, and adaptability.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY SCHEDULING COORDINATOR
WASHINGTON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Fayetteville, AR
09.2022 - Current
- Scheduling interventional radiology procedures for outpatient and inpatient settings. Coordinating procedures for area-wide clinics and specialty services. Communicating with patients, providing instructions, and answering questions regarding their planned procedures. Receiving orders from healthcare providers and coordinating care for various procedures, tests, and radiological scans.
- Coordinated appointments with cross-functional teams to streamline patient flow and optimize scheduling efficiency.
- Managed electronic health records (EHR) updates to ensure accurate patient information and compliance with regulations.
- Facilitated pre-procedure consultations between patients and healthcare providers to enhance understanding of procedures.
- Collaborated with other schedulers across different departments to share best practices for efficient coordination methods throughout the organization.
CLINIC NURSE
NW MEDICAL CENTER (CHS)
04.2015 - 09.2022
- (10/2016 to 9/2022 at NW Gastroenterology for Dr R. Balasekaran) Daily prioritization of patient care and related duties, triaging patient calls and messages, and liaison between the patients and physicians. Scheduled procedures, patient testing, and obtained prior authorizations. Ordered medications and communicated between the different areas of the hospital and community to benefit the patient’s health outcome.
- (4/2015-10/2016 rounding nurse for Dr M. Stilwell until he retired) Independent time management and assessment of patients as a liaison between them and the physician. Coordination of care between other healthcare teams and case management.
- Administered patient assessments and vital sign monitoring to ensure optimal care delivery during visits.
- Coordinated follow-up appointments and lab tests to maintain continuity of patient care post-visit.
- Educated patients on medication regimes and potential side effects, enhancing treatment adherence and outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that address patient needs effectively.
STAFF NURSE, CHARGE NURSE
REGENCY HOSPITAL/SELECT MEDICAL
06.2012 - 11.2014
- Cared for long-term, acute care patients, including ventilator patients. Wound care and dressing changes. Medication administration and coordination of care for multiple patients. Precepted and oriented new nurses.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Managed complex wound care, utilizing advanced techniques to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
STAFF NURSE
PRN MEDICAL STAFFING
10.2011 - 01.2013
- Performed all nursing duties expected in any setting required
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
STAFF NURSE/EMERGENCY NURSING
MERCY MEDICAL CENTER
05.2008 - 09.2010
- Triaged and assigned the appropriate level of care and priority to a diverse set of patients. Worked with physicians and staff to provide quality and safe continuity of care.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
STAFF NURSE/ ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
WASHINGTON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
01.2002 - 04.2008
- (9/2007-4/2008 STAFF EMERGENCY NURSE) Triaged and assigned the appropriate level of care to a diverse set of patients. Worked closely with physicians and staff to provide the best care for our patients.
- (9/2004-9/2007 ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF CARDIOLOGY) Liaison between staff and administration, patients, and families, to resolve issues. Worked with the director and fellow assistant directors to construct the work schedule and meet staffing guidelines and requirements within budget and patient acuity. Advocated for the staff while still upholding the decisions of the administration. Assisted the Educator with developing and teaching progressive care classes and training.
- (1/2002-9/2004 STAFF CARDIOLOGY NURSE) Patient care for post-op cardiac patients with monitoring of heart, fluids, infection risk, chest tubes, and incision care. Performed as charge nurse and mentored and precepted new nurses.
ER ADMISSIONS/REGISTRATION TECH
NORTHWEST MEDICAL CENTER
07.1998 - 12.2001
Education
MSN Nursing Administration -
University of Texas at Arlington
05-2026
RN-BSN Program - undefined
University of Texas at Arlington
08-2024
Registered Nurse - undefined
Har-Ber School of Nursing
12-2001
Pre-Nursing - Pre-Nursing
Texas Lutheran University
Seguin, TXSkills
- Attention to detail
- Effective multitasking
- Schedule coordination
- Electronic medical records systems
- Critical thinking
- Customer relationship management
ACTIVITIES
- Member of the American Nurses Association
- Former Girl Scout Leader for twelve years, lifetime member
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY SCHEDULING COORDINATOR
WASHINGTON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
09.2022 - Current
CLINIC NURSE
NW MEDICAL CENTER (CHS)
04.2015 - 09.2022
STAFF NURSE, CHARGE NURSE
REGENCY HOSPITAL/SELECT MEDICAL
06.2012 - 11.2014
STAFF NURSE
PRN MEDICAL STAFFING
10.2011 - 01.2013
STAFF NURSE/EMERGENCY NURSING
MERCY MEDICAL CENTER
05.2008 - 09.2010
STAFF NURSE/ ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
WASHINGTON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
01.2002 - 04.2008
ER ADMISSIONS/REGISTRATION TECH
NORTHWEST MEDICAL CENTER
07.1998 - 12.2001
RN-BSN Program - undefined
University of Texas at Arlington
Registered Nurse - undefined
Har-Ber School of Nursing
MSN Nursing Administration -
University of Texas at Arlington
Pre-Nursing - Pre-Nursing
Texas Lutheran University