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Keria Brooks

Mansfield,OH

Summary

Proficient LPN WITH 9+ YEARS working in managed care organizations and performing medical necessity and chart auditing and 10+ years clinical expertise. Transitioning into tehe technology industry and searching for a healthcare strategist or sales engineer position.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN Office Nurse

Avita Hospital
Galion, OH
04.2024 - Present
  • Reviewed patient chart information accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical records system.
  • Ensured proper administration of prescribed vaccines, medications, controlled substances and narcotics. Stored sterilized instruments, equipment and supplies.
  • Gained expertise in understanding patient needs through effective telephone interactions, resolving issues promptly while adhering to established policies.

Clinical Excellence Nurse

Centene Corporation
Remote
02.2023 - 09.2023
  • Reviewed and completed audits for all adverse decisions for members of the health plan to remain in compliance.
  • Reviewed Federal and Local guidelines to meet general accreditation status with regard to denial letters.
  • Wrote denial letters that promoted consistency and accuracy that were compliant with Medicare, NCQA, URAC and HIPPA guidelines.
  • Maintained production and excellent quality standards.
  • Sustained current knowledge of review policies, documentation standards and identified areas of improvement in clinical documentation.

Appeals Nurse - Remote

Toney Healthcare Consulting
Tampa, FL
12.2021 - 10.2022
  • Processed and finalize appeals within agreed-upon turnaround time.
  • Completed in-depth investigations pertaining to discipline and grievance management and recommended strategies.
  • Provided expertise or general support to Denials Specialist staff in reviewing, researching and investigating medical necessity denials.

LPN

UMADAOP
Mansfield, OH
06.2021 - 10.2021
  • Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
  • Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.

LPN

Richland Correctional Institution
Mansfield, OH
02.2020 - 03.2021
  • Met all relevant regulatory requirements, comprehended and complied with professional standards, internal policies and procedures.
  • Remained proficient in time management, priority setting skills.
  • Supported physicians during examinations to assist with diagnostic procedures.

LPN

Pharmaceutical Strategies C/o CVS Minute Clinic
Columbus, OH
09.2019 - 02.2020
  • Consistently worked independently, multi-tasked, effectively presented information and responded to questions from families, members and providers.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Found opportunities to improve the quality of care/services.

Nurse Consultant

Pharmeceutical Strategies C/o Pharmerica
Columbus, Ohio
04.2019 - 08.2019
  • Maintained production and quality standards.
  • Advocated areas for remediation opportunities based on audit outcomes.
  • Collaborated with faculty staff to ensure medication accountability.

LPN Appeals Nurse

TotalMed Staffing C/o Buckeye Health Plan
Columbus, OH
08.2017 - 01.2018
  • Offered expertise or general support to Denials Specialist staff in reviewing, researching, investigating, and resolving denials.
  • Reviewed denials processes to promote consistency and accuracy within the processes and compliance with Medicare, NCQA, and HIPAA guidelines.
  • Reviewed and audited all adverse decisions for members of the health plan while utilizing clinical expertise and specific tools to ensure compliance.

LPN Case Manager

Global Communication International c/o Defense Supply Center
Columbus, OH
04.2017 - 08.2017
  • Completed clinical audits which focused on medical and behavioral health utilization denials.
  • Demonstrated a current knowledge of medical and UM policies.

Pre Certification Nurse / LPN

Quantum Health
Columbus, OH
09.2016 - 02.2017
  • Investigated questionable procedures and present Physician Peer Reviewer
  • Evaluated and completed over 25 daily prior authorization requests for medical services.
  • Identified potential high risk/high cost cases and chronic condition cases and refer to the appropriate case management team.

Utilization Management LPN

1-888-Ohiocomp
08.2015 - 02.2016
  • Reviewed claims for worker's compensation.
  • Implemented decisions to approved or denied per ODG.
  • Trained new employees on guidelines, systems and job duties.

Prior Authorization LPN

Buckeye Health Plan
06.2014 - 08.2015
  • Accomplished telephonic review of prior authorization requests.
  • Completed medical necessity and level of care reviews for requested services using clinical judgment.
  • Reviewed and administered audits on adverse decisions for members of health plan while utilizing clinical expertise.

Education

Sales Engineer

Careerist
01.2023

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Knox County Career Center
Mount Vernon

Associate of Arts - Retail Management

Bradford School
Columbus, OH

Skills

  • Ability to explain healthcare terminology and products to non-healthcare audiences in a clear and concise manner
  • CRM, AWS
  • Collaborate with Interdisciplinary Team
  • Proficient audit reviewer
  • Presentation and technical demonstration
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Timeline

LPN Office Nurse

Avita Hospital
04.2024 - Present

Clinical Excellence Nurse

Centene Corporation
02.2023 - 09.2023

Appeals Nurse - Remote

Toney Healthcare Consulting
12.2021 - 10.2022

LPN

UMADAOP
06.2021 - 10.2021

LPN

Richland Correctional Institution
02.2020 - 03.2021

LPN

Pharmaceutical Strategies C/o CVS Minute Clinic
09.2019 - 02.2020

Nurse Consultant

Pharmeceutical Strategies C/o Pharmerica
04.2019 - 08.2019

LPN Appeals Nurse

TotalMed Staffing C/o Buckeye Health Plan
08.2017 - 01.2018

LPN Case Manager

Global Communication International c/o Defense Supply Center
04.2017 - 08.2017

Pre Certification Nurse / LPN

Quantum Health
09.2016 - 02.2017

Utilization Management LPN

1-888-Ohiocomp
08.2015 - 02.2016

Prior Authorization LPN

Buckeye Health Plan
06.2014 - 08.2015

Sales Engineer

Careerist

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Knox County Career Center

Associate of Arts - Retail Management

Bradford School
Keria Brooks