CA-Licensed Vocational Nurse with proven expertise in managing total nursing care and administering prescribed medications and treatments according to approved nursing techniques. Demonstrates a professional, supportive attitude.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Support Service Representative
Kaiser Permanente
07.2022 - Current
Managed high-volume requisition loads while maintaining strict attention to detail and quick response times.
Reduced time spent on administrative tasks through the implementation of automated processes and tools, allowing more focus on relationship building with clients and candidates.
Improved patient care by efficiently coordinating and assigning nursing staff to appropriate units.
Streamlined payroll processing by implementing an automated timekeeping system.
Student Vocational Nurse
Napa Post Acute
07.2023 - 12.2023
Completed thorough patient assessments to identify critical needs and inform appropriate interventions.
Safely performed medical procedures such as catheter insertion & blood draws
Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Administered medications and injections to patients.
Referral Coordinator
La Clinica De La Raza
01.2016 - 10.2023
Communicated with patients to ensure quality of care and develop care plans.
Established strong work network by building professional relationships with physicians and fellow employees.
Used sliding payment scale to assess fair charges for patient healthcare.
Helped patients obtain health care services by setting up referrals.
Facilitated communication between patients, medical and administrative staff, administrative staff and regulatory agencies.
Verified that patients had proper insurance coverage prior to procedures or appointment scheduling.
Tracked referral request progress and resolved issues to maintain smooth processing.
Managed and obtained insurance authorizations for patient referrals from physicians.
Student Vocational Nurse
Napa Valley Care Center
01.2023 - 04.2023
Enhanced patient care by accurately administering medication and monitoring vital signs.
Assisted in wound care for improved healing and reduced infection rates.
Improved patient comfort with proper positioning and effective communication skills.
Collaborated with healthcare team members to provide comprehensive care and achieve positive patient outcomes.
Clinical Office Assistant
La Clinica De La Raza
12.2016 - 01.2018
Organized patient medical records and worked with insurance company representatives to obtain authorization.
Prepared new charts, updated existing charts and managed records transfers between offices.
Coordinated office schedules for new patients, diagnostic assessments and procedures.
Managed incoming telephone calls, took messages and directed callers to personnel.
Communicated with patients to gather intake data and verify chart information.
Helped patients complete paperwork and explained processes and procedures.
Updated patient financial information to promote accurate record keeping.
Adhered to HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality.
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