Debra Collin
Summary
Experienced Auditor and Compliance officer focused on improving business compliance, workflow and processes through detailed audits and optimization recommendations. Successful track record of fully evaluating information, structures and procedures and initiating corrective actions.
Fantastic critical thinker with great memory and efficiently organize vast amounts of data. Great at performing internal audits, conducting investigative reporting and transcribing information.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Auditor
Contracted
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Followed established auditing processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
- Analyzed data and findings to prepare reports detailing financial information.
- Communicated with auditees staff to obtain necessary information for audits.
- Performed observations and evaluated supporting documents to supplement audit findings.
- Coordinated, managed and implemented auditing projects and prepared for evaluation.
- Administered auditing program to address risks and evaluate compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Planned and executed follow-up audits at appropriate intervals.
- Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
- Interviewed auditees to gather data needed to conduct audits.
- Interpreted state and federal laws, accepted auditing principles and procedures and program standards to audited materials and data to detect non-compliance and facilitate recommendations.
Medical Chart Auditor
Contracted
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Utilized electronic medical record systems to store, retrieve and process patient data.
- Maintained accuracy, completeness, and security for medical records and health information.
- Followed up with medical staff regarding missing information in patient records.
- Reviewed medical records for completeness and filed records in alphabetic and numeric order.
- Researched and resolved medical record discrepancies.
- Generated and maintained statistical data related to medical records.
- Used classification manuals to gain additional knowledge of disease and diagnoses processes.
Director of Nursing Administration
Stat Specialty Hospital
04.2020 - 10.2022
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss patient status, census changes, and patient complaints or concerns.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
- Planned and assigned workload to [Number]-person nursing staff to direct patient care.
- Evaluated work performance of [Number] nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with profit targets.
Emergency Room Manager
Stat Emergency Center Of Eagle Pass
11.2016 - 04.2020
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
Charge Nurse, Emergency Department
Val Verde Regional Medical Center
06.2015 - 04.2016
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
Administrator
Victoriano Valdez MD, LLC
02.2011 - 04.2016
- Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
- Computerized office activities, maintained customer communications, and tracked records through delivery.
- Managed company schedule to coordinate calendar and arrange travel.
- Coordinated with human resources department to handle payroll and personnel databases.
- Generated reports to suggest corrective actions and process improvements.
- Networked with industry professionals to exchange best practice knowledge and stay abreast of latest developments.
- Evaluated operational practices and identified improvement opportunities to develop revisions for systems and procedures.
Health Services Administrator
Geo Group Inc
06.2003 - 04.2011
- Consulted with healthcare professionals on business decisions.
- Created and implemented organizational policies and procedures.
- Oversaw accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
- Assisted with regulatory issues such as compliance.
- Worked with governmental agencies to negotiate medical payment for treatments to be rendered for inmates.
- Hired, trained and supervised physicians for individual departments. Training would include prison protocols, cost containment through selection of product and medication.
- Organized and managed contracts directly related to strategic mission of healthcare system.
- Managed team schedule and workflow between jobs.
- Tracked and evaluated statistical data on healthcare activities to make effective program decisions.
- Recruited, oriented and trained healthcare staff members.
- Maintained credentialing and immunization logs for employees and providers.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Baptist Health System School of Health Professions
San Antonio, TXSkills
- Systems Analysis
- Compliance Requirements
- Performance Improvement
- Documentation Management
- Policy and Procedure Modification
- Regulatory Requirements
- Interpreting Test Results
- Customer Satisfaction
- Attention to Detail
- Office Management
- Business Administration
- Legal Research
- Contract Administration
- Administration and Management
Timeline
Auditor
Contracted
08.2021 - 10.2022
Medical Chart Auditor
Contracted
08.2021 - 10.2022
Director of Nursing Administration
Stat Specialty Hospital
04.2020 - 10.2022
Emergency Room Manager
Stat Emergency Center Of Eagle Pass
11.2016 - 04.2020
Charge Nurse, Emergency Department
Val Verde Regional Medical Center
06.2015 - 04.2016
Administrator
Victoriano Valdez MD, LLC
02.2011 - 04.2016
Health Services Administrator
Geo Group Inc
06.2003 - 04.2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
Baptist Health System School of Health Professions
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