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Cynthia Barrera

Laredo,TX

Summary

Dynamic Nurse Assessment Coordinator with a proven track record at Touchstone Communities®, specializing in HIPAA compliance and clinical reimbursement. Excelled in care plan development and interdisciplinary communication. Committed to continuous learning and improving patient outcomes, demonstrating both strong clinical documentation skills and managing community reimbursement rates.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nurse Assessment Coordinator

Touchstone Communities®
03.2020 - Current
  • Maintained strict adherence to ethical guidelines concerning confidentiality of patient information throughout all aspects of the assessment process, including documentation storage or electronic transmission protocols.
  • Effectively prioritized workload demands while juggling multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines or shifting priorities.
  • Enhanced interdisciplinary communication by facilitating meetings between nursing staff, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Reduced hospital readmission rates with thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
  • Improved patient care quality by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing targeted care plans.
  • Provided ongoing education to nursing staff regarding clinical assessment tools, techniques, and documentation requirements for optimal patient care delivery.
  • Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning and skill refinement by attending industry conferences, workshops, or webinars focused on nurse assessment coordination best practices.
  • Promoted patient-centered care, regularly updating individualized treatment plans based on changing needs and goals.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop strategies for improving patient outcomes and satisfaction levels.
  • Ensured compliance with federal and state regulations by staying up-to-date on industry standards and best practices in nursing assessment coordination.
  • Managed complex caseloads while maintaining close attention to detail in data entry tasks related to resident assessments or plan updates.
  • Increased accuracy of Medicare reimbursement claims through meticulous review of medical records and appropriate coding procedures.

Education

Vocational Nurse - Vocational Nurse

Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TX
08-2004

Skills

  • HIPAA compliance
  • Adult Learner Education Instructor – to residents, team members and families
  • Clinical documentation
  • Staff training and development
  • Care plan development
  • Patient care coordination

Certification

CPR certification

Timeline

Nurse Assessment Coordinator

Touchstone Communities®
03.2020 - Current

CPR certification

Vocational Nurse - Vocational Nurse

Del Mar College
Cynthia Barrera