Delores Campos
Hobbs,NM
Summary
Knowledgeable Registered Nurse with over 10 years of experience in delivering comprehensive patient care. Advanced skill working with diverse patient populations. Demonstrated ability to foster relationships and coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse-Med Surg
Nor Lea Hospital
01.2022 - Current
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
School Nurse
Hobbs Municipal Schools
08.2021 - Current
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Assisted in the development of school policies that promote a positive and safe learning environment for all students.
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Reviewed student immunization records to help keep students current and up to date.
- Performed vision and hearing screenings on students to optimize learning.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Administered necessary and emergency medication to students.
OR RN
Nor Lea Hospital District
07.2015 - 10.2021
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
RN-ICU
Lea Regional Medical Center
07.2014 - 05.2016
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Evaluated and adjusted life support equipment, tubing and peripheral devices providing critical assistance to fragile patients.
- Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
Medical Billing Specialist
Premier OBGYN LLC
06.2006 - 04.2015
- Contacted insurance providers to verify correct insurance information and obtain authorization for proper billing codes.
- Prepared billing statements for patients, ensuring correct diagnostic coding.
- Contacted patients for unpaid claims for HMO, PPO and private accounts and performed friendly follow-ups to ensure proper payments were made according to contracts.
- Analyzed and interpreted patient medical and surgical records to determine billable services.
- Maintained current working knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding principles, government regulation, protocols and third-party billing requirements.
- Oversaw regulatory and strategic initiatives to ensure accuracy of medical claims.
- Prepared and attached all required claims documentation including referrals, treatment plans or other required correspondence to reduce incidence of denials.
- Reviewed and verified benefits and eligibility with speed and precision.
- Remained up-to-date with all insurance requirements, including details of patient financial responsibilities, fee-for-service and managed care plans by participating in training programs.
- Submitted refund requests for claims paid in error.
- Posted charges, payments and adjustments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hobbs High School
Hobbs, NM4 1993
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
New Mexico Junior College
Hobbs, NM05.2016
Associate of Arts - Rural Sociology
New Mexico Junior College
Hobbs, NM05.2002
Skills
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Monitoring progress
- Collecting information
- Unit morale and welfare
- Effective reporting capabilities
Timeline
Registered Nurse-Med Surg
Nor Lea Hospital
01.2022 - Current
School Nurse
Hobbs Municipal Schools
08.2021 - Current
OR RN
Nor Lea Hospital District
07.2015 - 10.2021
RN-ICU
Lea Regional Medical Center
07.2014 - 05.2016
Medical Billing Specialist
Premier OBGYN LLC
06.2006 - 04.2015
High School Diploma -
Hobbs High School
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
New Mexico Junior College
Associate of Arts - Rural Sociology
New Mexico Junior College