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JASMINE HUFFMAN

Katy,TX

Summary

Dynamic Licensed Vocational Nurse with a Surgical Technologist certification as well excited to grow with the organization that has patient care skills and comprehensive understanding of medical procedures. Committed to maintaining highest standards of health and safety. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Capable of adapting to varying clinical environments while maintaining high standards and delivering results. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams, ensuring quality patient outcomes and seamless operational flow. Skilled in patient assessment, administering medication, and maintaining accurate medical records, with strong emphasis on empathy and reliability.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CERTIFIED SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST (CST)

TEXAS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
09.2019 - Current
  • Anticipated Surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to Surgeons during procedures
  • Gathered and set up equipment and supplies and arrange instruments according to Surgeon's preferences or instructions
  • Perform pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument, and needle count
  • Create safe operating environment for procedures
  • Develop training initiatives on new equipment and procedures to promote highest patient care standards.
  • Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
  • Reduced surgery time by effectively anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
  • Expanded knowledge of surgical procedures through continuous professional development, staying current with industry advancements.
  • Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
  • Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
  • Maintained high infection control standards.
  • Collected, prepared and disposed of medical specimens.
  • Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
  • Maintained specialty equipment, implant, and instrumentation inventories.
  • Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
  • Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
  • Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.

RECEPTIONIST CLERK - INTAKE COORDINATOR

TEXANA BEHAVIORAL CENTER
02.2019 - 09.2019

Offered strong customer service skills, keeping customers satisfied

  • Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly
  • Managed multiple task and met time-sensitive deadlines.
  • Streamlined office operations by managing efficient scheduling and appointment coordination.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
  • Supported administrative staff with accurate data entry, filing, and document management tasks.
  • Consistently met deadlines for report submissions, contributing to overall team efficiency and productivity levels.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Reduced errors in patient data entry with thorough verification processes and attention to detail.
  • Completed intake assessment forms and filed clients' charts.
  • Collected, verified, recorded and processed client demographics, insurance payments, and referral information.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure patients received appropriate services and resources.

FRONT OFFICE RECEPTIONIST

AUSTIN HEART
08.2018 - 01.2019
  • Verified patient's insurance
  • Maintained clean receptionist area to promote positive, professional environments for clients
  • Provided clerical support to company by copying, filing, and faxing documents
  • Provided customer service
  • Accept forms of payment.
  • Streamlined front office operations by effectively managing appointments and maintaining up-to-date patient records.
  • Increased efficiency through proficient use of office software, including word processing and spreadsheet applications.
  • Assisted management with administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, and report generation as required.
  • Developed strong relationships with clientele through excellent communication skills and genuine attentiveness to their needs.
  • Handled payments efficiently using company''s billing software which contributed to improved financial record keeping.
  • Restocked supplies and submitted purchase orders to maintain stock levels.
  • Provided clerical support, addressing routine, and special requirements.

RECEPTIONIST CLERK

COLUMBUS MEDICAL CENTER
10.2013 - 12.2016
  • Provided customer service
  • Input and file data
  • Verified patient's insurance.
  • Streamlined office operations by managing efficient scheduling and appointment coordination.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
  • Maintained a welcoming environment for visitors with a clean, organized reception area.
  • Managed inventory levels for office supplies, placing orders when necessary to avoid shortages or delays.
  • Updated company database regularly, ensuring accurate contact information was available for internal use and external communications efforts.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Answered large volume of incoming calls daily to resolve customer issues and schedule appointments.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
  • Handled cash transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately.
  • Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.

MEDICAL BILLER AND CODER

GUARDIAN EMS
01.2011 - 10.2013
    • Streamlined billing processes by implementing efficient coding practices, resulting in reduced errors and improved revenue generation.
    • Increased accuracy in medical claims submissions by conducting thorough reviews of patient records and insurance information.
    • Enhanced compliance with industry regulations by staying up-to-date on changes to medical billing and coding guidelines.
    • Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure accurate documentation, leading to timely reimbursements for services rendered.
    • Assisted patients with understanding their insurance coverage and financial responsibilities, fostering positive relationships and trust between the practice and its clients.
    • Provided support to administrative staff by ensuring proper handling of sensitive patient data according to HIPAA regulations.
    • Contributed to team efficiency by maintaining organized records of patient accounts, billing statements, and payment statuses.
    • Worked closely with physicians to accurately assign ICD-10 diagnostic codes for optimal reimbursement rates from insurance companies.

Education

LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE -

TEXAS HEALTH SCHOOL
Houston, TX
01-2025

SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM -

FORTIS COLLEGE
Houston, TX
05.2018

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL
Columbus, TX
05.2005

Skills

  • Emergency Situations
  • Equipment Operations
  • Plastic Surgery
  • General Surgery
  • Urology Surgery
  • ENT Surgery
  • Ophthalmology Surgery
  • Patient Safety
  • Great ability to coordinate with Physicians, and other staff
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Infection Control
  • Basic Life Support
  • Universal Precautions
  • Computer literacy
  • Oral and written communication skills
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Microsoft excel
  • Microsoft work
  • Surgical Conscience, knowledge of surgical and medical asepsis
  • Pre- and Post-Surgical Counts
  • Patient Transportation
  • Workplace Safety
  • Patient Confidentiality
  • Electronic Charting
  • Attention to Detail
  • Critical Thinking
  • Team Collaboration
  • Organizational Skills
  • Medical Terminology Proficiency
  • Continuous Learning
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Surgical Instrument Knowledge
  • Documentation Accuracy
  • Specimen Preparation and collection
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Effective communication
  • Compassionate care
  • Medication administration
  • Patient observation
  • Pediatric care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient intake
  • Healthcare software proficiency
  • Triage management
  • Nursing care planning
  • Patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Patient assessments
  • Care planning
  • Clinical judgment
  • Documenting intake
  • Patient evaluations
  • EMR / EHR
  • Case management
  • Texas licensed practical nurse
  • Multi-tasking and prioritization

Certification

  • Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Texas State Board of Nursing - 1187619 exp: 12/31/2026
  • Tech in Surgery (CST), NCCT Certification ID # 1046283 exp: 3/5/2026


  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association, exp: 06/2025

Timeline

CERTIFIED SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST (CST)

TEXAS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
09.2019 - Current

RECEPTIONIST CLERK - INTAKE COORDINATOR

TEXANA BEHAVIORAL CENTER
02.2019 - 09.2019

FRONT OFFICE RECEPTIONIST

AUSTIN HEART
08.2018 - 01.2019

RECEPTIONIST CLERK

COLUMBUS MEDICAL CENTER
10.2013 - 12.2016

MEDICAL BILLER AND CODER

GUARDIAN EMS
01.2011 - 10.2013

LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE -

TEXAS HEALTH SCHOOL

SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM -

FORTIS COLLEGE

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL
JASMINE HUFFMAN