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Crystal Orisakwe

Houston,Tx

Summary

Dynamic Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience at RediClinic, excelling in clinical assessments and patient care plans. Proven track record in utilizing InterQual criteria to enhance quality improvement initiatives, while fostering effective communication within multidisciplinary teams. Committed to optimizing treatment protocols and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Utilization Review Nurse

Turning Point Healthcare Solutions
09.2021 - Current
  • Conducted comprehensive utilization reviews to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient-centered care plans.
  • Evaluated treatment plans for medical necessity and appropriateness of care.
  • Provided education and support to nursing staff on utilization review processes.

Nurse Practitioner

RediClinic
10.2018 - 08.2020
  • Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to diagnose and manage acute and chronic health conditions.
  • Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based practices.
  • Educated patients on preventive care, medication management, and lifestyle modifications to enhance health outcomes.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and optimize treatment protocols.

Nurse Practitioner

North Houston Family Medicine
11.2017 - 10.2018
  • Mentored new nurse practitioners and support staff, fostering professional development and best practices.
  • Streamlined documentation processes using electronic health record systems to improve efficiency and accuracy.
  • Led initiatives to enhance clinic operations, resulting in improved patient satisfaction scores and reduced wait times.
  • Analyzed clinical data to identify trends, drive quality improvements, and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

Texas Woman’s University
Houston, TX
05.2017

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Texas Medical Branch
Galveston, TX
04.2011

Skills

  • InterQual criteria
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Utilization review
  • Records analysis
  • Clinical assessment
  • Outpatient care
  • Interpersonal and written communication
  • Physician consultations
  • Patient care plans
  • Prior authorization
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Quality improvement
  • Healthcare regulations
  • Managed care
  • Medicaid
  • Utilization management

Timeline

Utilization Review Nurse

Turning Point Healthcare Solutions
09.2021 - Current

Nurse Practitioner

RediClinic
10.2018 - 08.2020

Nurse Practitioner

North Houston Family Medicine
11.2017 - 10.2018

Master of Science - Nursing

Texas Woman’s University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Texas Medical Branch
Crystal Orisakwe