Jennifer Larrivee
Fall River,MA
Summary
Dynamic OR Nurse with extensive circulating and scrub experience at BILH, excelling in neurosurgery and orthopedic cases as well as general surgery cases.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Documentation Specialist
BILH
09.2015 - 12.2025
- Reviewed clinical documentation for accuracy and completeness, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and improve data quality.
- Conducted audits of medical records to identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
- Trained staff on best practices for clinical documentation and coding procedures.
- Analyzed trends in documentation errors to implement targeted training initiatives.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary communication to enhance understanding of documentation requirements.
- Led improvement projects aimed at optimizing clinical workflows and documentation processes.
- Developed comprehensive guidelines for accurate clinical documentation practices across departments.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary collaboration between physicians, nurses, case managers, coders, and other relevant stakeholders regarding the appropriate representation of patient severity levels within EHRs.
- Analyzed data from audits to identify areas for improvement in clinical documentation processes, implementing targeted interventions for positive change.
- Expedited accurate clinical documentation completion by promptly responding to queries from healthcare providers and support staff, offering timely guidance and support.
- Assisted in the development of policies and procedures related to clinical documentation processes, promoting consistency across the organization.
Registered Nurse-Operating Room
BILH
09.2002 - 09.2015
- Assisted in patient assessments and monitored vital signs under supervision.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Participated in infection control initiatives, maintaining a sterile environment during procedures.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Education
Nursing - Nursing
Brockton Hospital School of Nursing
Brockton, MABachelor of Science - Psychology
Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MA05.1992
Skills
Epic
Orthopedic and Neurosurgery
General Surgery
Certification
CNOR since 2007
CCDS since 2017
Timeline
Clinical Documentation Specialist
BILH
09.2015 - 12.2025
Registered Nurse-Operating Room
BILH
09.2002 - 09.2015
Nursing - Nursing
Brockton Hospital School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Bridgewater State University