15 Years in the Medical Field and 10 Years as a Licensed Nurse
Hope Kuruzovich
Nurse
Dayton,OH
Summary
- Seeking employment in a healthcare environment that offers ample opportunities for patient care, professional growth, and career advancement. With a strong passion for helping others and a solid foundation in healthcare practices, dedicated to delivering exceptional care and making a positive impact on the lives of patients. Eager to contribute skills and knowledge to a dynamic team, committed to continuously enhancing expertise and staying up-to-date with industry advancements.
Overview
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Work History
Clinical Navigator/Hospital Admission Scribe
Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- Conducted evaluations of patient histories and symptoms to write pre-authorization PAS.
- Coordinated meetings and follow-ups for diverse medical personnel and patient locations.
- Maintained focus on achieving objectives while effectively navigating priority adjustments across field and office roles.
- Visited multiple facilities in Dayton, Springfield and neighboring regions to boost admissions
Travel/Contract Nurse (LPN)
Totalmed Staffing
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Executed patient-focused treatments aligned with medical orders and Medicare regulatory standards.
- Delivered scheduled wound care in compliance with medical directives.
- Advised patients on enhancing home safety measures.
- Streamlined communication with physicians by promptly addressing irregularities in patient head-to-toe assessments.
Assistant Director of Nursing/Director of HR
Compass Homecare of SW Ohio
03.2019 - 10.2022
- Cultivated professional expertise by delivering structured training sessions for nurses in the field.
- Optimized nursing visit coordination to ensure compliance with reimbursement policies.
- Upheld exemplary patient care by conducting meticulous chart audits to assure field staff assessments and comprehensive documentation was on point.
- Coordinated and led interviews and orientation processes for nursing staff.
- Facilitated seamless handling of personnel records and compliance documentation.
- Took part in investigations of Ohio Medicaid Waiver facilitated by PCG.
- Executed thorough chart audits, maintaining HEDIS compliance.
- Conducted yearly evaluations for staff members.
- Worked with external companies to locate and reclaim unpaid invoices.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
QA Nurse Coordination Supervisor
Compass Home Care of SW Ohio
05.2015 - 03.2019
- Conducted skilled nursing home visits adhering to physician directives and Medicare standards.
- Evaluated documentation and charting for precision, completeness, and suitable interventions and physician orders
- Managed team alignment with institutional guidelines to guarantee total insurance reimbursements.
- Monitored laboratory results, medication updates, and infection incidents for CDC reporting.
- Performed frequency audits to identify scheduling discrepancies, missed visits, and order updates.
- Supplied vital resources to staff, enhancing order clarification and communication support.
- Achieved 'Employee of the Year' distinction through peer voting.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Clark State Community College
Springfield, Ohio08.2011
Skills
- Clinical Assessment, Healthcare Navigation & Marketing, Critical Thinking
- Experience in Billing, Medical Records, Physician Office, Home Health Care and Hospital (non-profit and profit)
- Nursing Leadership, Upper Management, Training and Teamwork
- Human Resource Director, Employee Relations and Compliance Officer
- Intake, Admissions, Direct Patient Care, Discharge Process
- Patient, Family Education, Advocate
- Quality Assurance, Auditor, Detail-Oriented, Adaptable, Flexible
- Adult, Teen and Pediatric Care in Home Health Care setting
- Hiring Interviews, Onboarding Programs, Conduct Orientation
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse with IV credentials in the State of Ohio. (Compact License pending)
- CPR and First Aid certified
EMR Experience
- Homecare Homebase (HCHB)
- EPIC (EPIC Care Link & Care Everywhere)
- Wellsky
- Homesolutions
- Axxess
- Allscripts
Additional Information
- Career Break for Bereavement: October 2022 to February 2023
- References available upon request
Quote
"If someone shows you who they are, believe them."
"If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude."
"I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
Maya Angelou
Work Availability
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Timeline
Clinical Navigator/Hospital Admission Scribe
Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Travel/Contract Nurse (LPN)
Totalmed Staffing
02.2023 - 06.2023
Assistant Director of Nursing/Director of HR
Compass Homecare of SW Ohio
03.2019 - 10.2022
QA Nurse Coordination Supervisor
Compass Home Care of SW Ohio
05.2015 - 03.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Clark State Community College
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