Halley White
Lexington,KY
Summary
Dedicated Clinical Navigator with expertise in delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care coordination and advocacy. Proven ability to facilitate seamless communication between patients, providers, and multidisciplinary teams while managing complex nursing functions, including assessment and care planning. Skilled in navigating community resources and overcoming barriers to treatment to support patients and families through difficult clinical transitions and decision-making.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Navigator
UK HealthCare Transplant Center
Lexington, KY
08.2021 - Current
- Coordinate care for patients with complex diagnoses, with a focus on hepatobiliary oncology, dialysis access, hernia repair, and specialized vascular and abdominal procedures.
- Provide individualized education and support to patients and families, guiding them through the healthcare system and navigating community resources.
- Serve as the primary liaison between patients, medical providers, and multidisciplinary teams to facilitate seamless communication throughout the treatment process.
- Coordinate complex care schedules, including tests, procedures, and appointments across various healthcare disciplines to ensure timely delivery of services.
- Identify and mitigate barriers to care—such as financial, transportation, or educational challenges—by providing referrals and facilitating access to supportive services like social work and clinical trials.
- Manage systematic nursing and navigation functions, including the assessment, planning, and evaluation of patient-centered care.
- Support patients and families through difficult decision-making and transitions of care, maintaining strong therapeutic relationships in both ambulatory and inpatient settings.
Patient Navigator
UK HealthCare Transplant Center
Lexington, KY
07.2015 - 08.2021
- Provided individualized education and support to patients and families, guiding them through the healthcare system and navigating community resources. Served as the primary liaison between patients, medical providers, and multidisciplinary teams to facilitate seamless communication throughout the treatment process.
- Coordinated complex care schedules, including tests, procedures, and appointments across various healthcare disciplines to ensure timely delivery of services.
- Identified and mitigated barriers to care
- Managed systematic navigation functions, including the assessment, planning, and evaluation of patient-centered care.
- Supported patients and families through difficult decision-making and transitions of care, maintaining strong therapeutic relationships in both ambulatory and inpatient settings.
Clinical Services Technician
UK HealthCare Transplant Center
Lexington, KY
08.2011 - 07.2015
- Performed phlebotomy
- Obtained and charted vital signs and completed medication reconciliations.
- Assisted with procedures, collected specimens, received and documented critical results.
- Facilitated communication between patient and provider.
- Completed medical record chart audits and ambulatory checklist to ensure CMS and TJC compliance.
- Stocked and rotated stock and ordered supplies.
- Assisted with registration and scheduling as necessary.
Patient Relations Assistant
UK HealthCare Transplant Center
Lexington, KY
05.2008 - 08.2011
- Completed registration and scheduling for all transplant patient appointments.
- Prepared paper charts, orders, and lab requisitions.
- Facilitated communication between patients and providers.
- Maintained waiting room and front desk area.
- Trained new staff .
- Collected and processed insurance and identification information.
- Answered and routed all phone calls, greeted all patients.
Medical Records Clerk
University of Kentucky Hospital
Lexington, KY
03.2007 - 05.2008
- Maintained accurate patient records through systematic data entry and verification processes.
- Coordinated retrieval and archiving of medical documents to ensure compliance with hospital standards.
- Implemented efficient filing systems, enhancing accessibility and organization of medical information.
- Trained new staff on electronic health record systems, promoting operational efficiency and accuracy.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05-2028
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY08-2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bluegrass Community And Technical College
Lawrenceburg, KY05-2021
Skills
- Oncology certified nurse (OCN)
- Patient advocacy
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Wound care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multidisciplinary communication
- Patient education
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Kentucky Board of Nursing (License #1172318)
- Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN®), Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation
- Ambulatory Care Nursing Certification (AMB-BC), American Nurses Credentialing Center
- Oncology Patient Navigator- Certified Generalist (OPN-CG), Academy of Oncology Nurse &
Patient Navigators - American Cancer Society Leadership in Oncology Navigation (ACS LION)
Timeline
Nurse Navigator
UK HealthCare Transplant Center
08.2021 - Current
Patient Navigator
UK HealthCare Transplant Center
07.2015 - 08.2021
Clinical Services Technician
UK HealthCare Transplant Center
08.2011 - 07.2015
Patient Relations Assistant
UK HealthCare Transplant Center
05.2008 - 08.2011
Medical Records Clerk
University of Kentucky Hospital
03.2007 - 05.2008
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Kentucky
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bluegrass Community And Technical College