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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Interests
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Jacqueline Garner

Jacqueline Garner

Morganton,NC

Summary

Dynamic Patient Relations, Compliance and Risk Manager with a proven track record at UNC Health Blue Ridge. Expert in operational risk management and data analysis, enhancing patient satisfaction through effective communication and stakeholder engagement. Developed strategic plans that fostered a culture of continuous improvement, achieving regulatory compliance and significantly reducing response times for patient grievances.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Relations, Compliance and Risk Manager

UNC Health Blue Ridge
06.2016 - Current
  • Conducted thorough analysis of historical data, helping identify patterns and trends in potential risks.
  • Conducted regular audits of existing policies and procedures, ensuring their continued effectiveness in addressing organizational goals related to mitigating risks.
  • Developed short-term goals and long-term strategic plans to improve risk control and mitigation.
  • Developed strong relationships with internal stakeholders, promoting a culture of risk awareness and accountability.
  • Achieved regulatory compliance by ensuring adherence to industry standards and guidelines related to risk management.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement in risk management, encouraging feedback from employees to identify areas for enhancement.

Patient Relations Manager

Blue Ridge HealthCare, Inc.
06.1997 - 06.2016
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by addressing concerns and providing timely resolutions.
  • Collaborated with hospital departments, improving coordination for seamless patient care.
  • Provided ongoing education for staff members about current healthcare trends affecting patient relations management strategies.
  • Streamlined communication processes for improved patient relations and overall experience.
  • Created an efficient system for tracking and resolving patient grievances, resulting in reduced response times and increased satisfaction rates.
  • Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.


Began career with Grace Hospital in June 1997 as Executive Assistant to CFO and CEO and promoted to Patient Relations Manager in 2016.


Education

Certificate in Business Administration - Business Management

Bob Jones University
Greenville, SC
05.1980

Skills

    Claim reviews

    Employee safety

    Operational risk management

    Incident response planning

    Stakeholder communication

    Customer communication

    Internal controls

    Commercial insurance coverages

    Data analysis

    Root-cause analysis

    Communication management

Accomplishments

  • Achieved no lawsuits since 2016 through effectively mitigating claims through a pro-active grievance process
  • Served on multiple team projects throughout healthcare system
  • Saved company thousands through personal communication and interaction with claimants

Affiliations

  • NCASHRM - serve on several committees and one board appointment

Interests

Avid reader

Helping others and giving back to the community

Teaching

Music/Pianist

Camping and traveling with spouse

Cooking for friends and family gatherings


Timeline

Patient Relations, Compliance and Risk Manager

UNC Health Blue Ridge
06.2016 - Current

Patient Relations Manager

Blue Ridge HealthCare, Inc.
06.1997 - 06.2016

Certificate in Business Administration - Business Management

Bob Jones University
Jacqueline Garner