HELEN BERNBECK
Estes Park,CO
Summary
Seasoned professional in general and operations management with comprehensive experience leading teams, optimizing processes, and implementing cost-effective strategies. Skilled in strategic planning, staff development, and operational efficiency, consistently improving workflow and reducing costs. Proven track record of enhancing overall business performance through effective leadership and innovative problem-solving.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS / OWNER
Nebraska Care Medical Staffing
Norfolk, NE
01.1999 - 09.2024
- P&L Management & Fiscal Oversight: Owned and operated a medical staffing firm, maintaining full fiscal oversight including managing expenditures, payroll, accounts receivable/payable, and B2B marketing initiatives.
- Talent Acquisition & HR: Spearheaded and managed full-cycle recruitment for both administrative and field nursing roles, including interviewing, hiring, and conducting new-hire orientation focused on HIPAA and safety compliance.
- Operational Efficiency: Directed all daily functions, established policies/procedures to ensure adherence to healthcare laws, and supervised administrative teams. Improved efficiency by implementing a centralized scheduling system that minimized discrepancies across multiple long-term care facilities.
- Regulatory & Team Leadership: Served as the key liaison between medical staff and facility administration. Effectively managed employee relations, including conflict resolution and disciplinary actions.
RN TRAVEL NURSE (Contract)
Nebraska Care Medical Staffing
Norfolk, NE
01.1999 - 09.2017
- Provided direct patient care and management across diverse settings, including Acute Care (Med Surg, Float), ER, Home Health, Director of Nursing roles, Geriatric LTC/ALF, and Behavioral Health.
- Responsibilities included staff supervision, quality assurance, patient data management, scheduling, and ensuring clinical compliance.
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE NURSE
Union Pacific
Omaha, NE
08.2011 - 11.2016
- Managed and maintained medical regulatory documentation, ensuring strict compliance with Union Pacific Railroad's regulations and Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) standards.
- Coordinated the preparation and submission of pre-employment and D.O.T. medical documents to the Chief Medical Officer for review.
- Conducted internal quality assurance audits and collaborated with cross-functional teams to facilitate departmental communication regarding regulatory matters.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NURSE
Norfolk Regional Center
Norfolk, NE
01.1999 - 06.2002
- Managed and supervised other nursing and paraprofessional staff.
- Provided direct patient care, conducted thorough assessments, administered medication, and implemented patient intervention plans.
Education
ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN NURSING - Registered Nurse
Bryan School of Nursing
Lincoln, NE05.1994
Skills
- Team Management
- Process Improvement
- Strategic Thinking
- Conflict Resolution
- Mentoring
- Organizational Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- HIPAA
- Utilization Management/Review
- Risk Management
- Clinical Assessment
- Patient Data Management
- Accounting (A/R, A/P)
- Payroll
- Budgeting
- B2B Marketing
- E-commerce
- Business Development
- Lead Generation
- Recruitment & Sales
- Employment & Labor Law
- Employee Orientation
- Human Resources Management
- QuickBooks
- Microsoft Office
- Google Suite
- SharePoint
Personal Information
Title: RN, ADN
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) License (Nebraska Nurse Compact, in process of obtaining Colorado License)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- AED Certification
- CPR Certification
Education And Licenses
REGISTERED NURSE (ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN NURSING), Bryan School of Nursing, Lincoln, NE, 05/01/94
Core Competencies And Skills
Team Management (10+ Years), Process Improvement, Strategic Thinking, Conflict Resolution, Mentoring, Organizational Skills, Regulatory Compliance, HIPAA, Utilization Management/Review, Risk Management, Clinical Assessment, Patient Data Management, Accounting (A/R, A/P), Payroll, Budgeting, B2B Marketing, E-commerce, Business Development, Lead Generation, Recruitment & Sales, Employment & Labor Law, Employee Orientation, Human Resources Management, QuickBooks, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint), Google Suite (Docs, Sheets), SharePoint
Timeline
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE NURSE
Union Pacific
08.2011 - 11.2016
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS / OWNER
Nebraska Care Medical Staffing
01.1999 - 09.2024
RN TRAVEL NURSE (Contract)
Nebraska Care Medical Staffing
01.1999 - 09.2017
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NURSE
Norfolk Regional Center
01.1999 - 06.2002
ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN NURSING - Registered Nurse
Bryan School of Nursing