Chelsea Whitt
Clearfield,KY
Summary
Highly skilled and enthusiastic professional seeking higher education for the purpose of improving skills to further provide quality care and services to future clients.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Records Director
Elliott Nursing & Rehabilitation
10.2023 - Current
- Oversee secure transfer of patient records to other health care providers to support requests and authorizations.
- Report personnel needs to fill vacant or upcoming vacant positions.
- Ensure HIPAA compliance by adhering to strict confidentiality guidelines when handling sensitive patient information.
- Maintain confidentiality of all medical records and sensitive information to comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Process medical records requests from outside providers according to facility, state, and federal law.
- Scanned medical records in digital format for easy retrieval and accessibility.
- Maintain patient confidence by keeping patient records information confidential.
- Collaborate with physicians and nurses, providing timely access to accurate and up-to-date medical records.
- Reviewed open and closed records to comply with medical record documentation policies and reported findings to nursing services director.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Elliott Nursing & Rehabilitation
03.2021 - 10.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
Direct Support Professional
D & S Community Services
06.2014 - 05.2017
- Enhanced client independence by implementing individualized support plans and goal-setting strategies.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, daily activities, incidents, and relevant observations to ensure continuity of care across team members.
- Improved client quality of life by providing assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting assistance.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Managed medications for clients, ensuring proper dosages were taken on schedule and any side effects were promptly reported to healthcare professionals.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Ensured a safe and comfortable living environment for clients through regular housekeeping tasks and proactive maintenance reporting.
- Contributed to team success by consistently demonstrating professionalism, responsibility, adaptability, and initiative in the workplace.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wurtland Nursing And Rehabilitation
06.2012 - 06.2014
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Maysville Community And Technical College
Maysville, KY12.2020
Skills
- HIPAA knowledge
- Medical Coding Certification
- Clinical Documentation
- Records analysis
- Healthcare compliance
- Records Management
- Documentation Management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Information Security
- Privacy regulations
- Records administration
Timeline
Medical Records Director
Elliott Nursing & Rehabilitation
10.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Elliott Nursing & Rehabilitation
03.2021 - 10.2023
Direct Support Professional
D & S Community Services
06.2014 - 05.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wurtland Nursing And Rehabilitation
06.2012 - 06.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Maysville Community And Technical College
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