Cathy Pring
North Ridgeville,OH
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Southwest General Hospital
07.2019 - 01.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lutheran Home
11.2017 - 03.2019
- Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Medical Billing Manager
Pring Chiropractic
05.2001 - 09.2016
- Improved medical billing processes by streamlining workflows and implementing efficient systems.
- Enhanced revenue cycle management by overseeing timely and accurate claims submission.
- Reduced denied claims through diligent review, correction, and resubmission of errors.
- Increased patient satisfaction by addressing billing inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Implemented new software systems for better tracking of accounts receivable and payable balances.
- Analyzed reports to identify areas for improvement in the overall billing process, leading to increased revenue collection rates.
- Developed strong relationships with insurance companies through effective communication and negotiation skills, enhancing payment turnaround times.
- Optimized cash flow by regularly reviewing aging account balances and implementing tactics for timely collections from patients or insurers.
- Managed a team of dedicated medical billers, focusing on professional development opportunities and maintaining a positive work environment conducive to high levels of productivity.
- Developed policies and procedures for the medical billing department, establishing a strong foundation that supported growth and operational success within the organization.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hondros College of Nursing
Independence, OH11.2016
Skills
- Health screening
- Critical Care
- Precepting
- Patient Management
- Nursing staff leadership
- Telemetry monitoring
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Licensed RN
- Care Plan Development
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Southwest General Hospital
07.2019 - 01.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lutheran Home
11.2017 - 03.2019
Medical Billing Manager
Pring Chiropractic
05.2001 - 09.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hondros College of Nursing
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