Nursing professional with over 13 years of healthcare administration experience, specializing in screening oncology patients for clinical research. Expertise in evaluating genetic and clinical criteria for precise patient matching, coupled with strong leadership and innovative problem-solving skills. Proficient in BLS, ACLS, and PALS, committed to enhancing clinic efficiency and patient care quality. Demonstrated ability to update charts, monitor medications, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ambulatory Surgery Charge Nurse
Premier Surgical Suites, LLC
Clearwater
08.2022 - Current
Enhanced admission procedures, improving clinic efficiency and patient throughput.
Utilized the computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Administered medications according to established protocols and procedures.
Conducted patient assessments and monitored vital signs regularly.
Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans.
Trained new nurses on best practices and hospital policies.
Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams.
Assessed patients' needs and developed individualized care strategies.
Managed documentation of patient interactions and care outcomes.
Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
Educated patients, caregivers, and families on diagnoses, treatment, and disease prevention.
Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
Supervised nursing staff and coordinated patient care activities.
Coordinated patient care plans with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Reviewed and corrected patient accounts for accuracy and compliance.
Communicated with patients regarding outstanding balances and payment options.
Coordinated with healthcare providers to ensure proper billing procedures.
Maintained organized records of billing transactions for auditing purposes.
Collaborated with insurance companies to resolve claim disputes efficiently.
Verified insurance eligibility for patients by calling appropriate parties.
Maintained confidentiality on all patient record data.
Generated monthly reports to document financial status of accounts receivable.
Coded invoices properly based upon patient services and medical records.
Checked claims coding for accuracy with ICD-10 standards.
Post Anesthesia Care Nurse
Morton Plant Hospital
Clearwater
07.2019 - 08.2022
Assessed patient status, enhancing care delivery.
Coordinated post-operative care plans.
Monitored patient responses post-anesthesia.
Implemented care plans, improving recovery times.
Collaborated with teams, enhancing patient care.
Critical Care Nurse - ICU, CCU, CVICU
Morton Plant Hospital
Clearwater
02.2014 - 08.2019
Developed life support protocols that improved patient outcomes.
Maintained accurate records to ensure regulatory compliance.
Monitored vital signs and conditions in critical care environments.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans.
Educated patients and families on post-operative care and recovery procedures.
Assisted in emergency procedures, facilitating life-saving interventions.
Documented patient information accurately within electronic health records systems.
Provided emotional support to patients and families during critical situations.
American Association of Critical Care Nurses (2015-Present), American Association of Neuroscience Nurses (2018-Present), Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (2022-Present), President of American Neuro Nursing Tampa Bay Chapter (2018-Present), President of the Suncoast Chapter of Critical Care Nurses (2018-Present), Level II Volunteer - Pinellas County Schools, English, Highly proficient, Spanish, Highly proficient
Administrator/Regional Administrator at SurgCenter of Plano and Oak Point Surgical SuitesAdministrator/Regional Administrator at SurgCenter of Plano and Oak Point Surgical Suites