Josephine Arthur
Fresno,TX
Summary
Goal-oriented Epic Go-Live Support Specialist/Analyst with Clinical Informatics knowledge and experience in various hospital software applications and EMR systems (Epic, Cerner, Meditech). Possesses comprehensive knowledge of standard operating systems, networking protocols and technical support procedures. Skilled in identifying and resolving complex technical problems. Proven problem solver with an understanding of data collection, analysis, and performance metrics. Passionate about using technology to improve patient care and experience. Patient-focused Respiratory Care Practitioner with remarkable experience and success in providing optimal outcomes for patients with respiratory care needs through respiratory evaluations, individualized treatment plan creation, and education.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Memorial Hermann Children's Hospital
12.2022 - Current
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues by administering various Oxygen and respiratory medication treatments and medical gases, humidification, and aerosols for therapeutic and diagnostic purposes; developed respiratory care plans and made recommendations for patient management.
- Assisted with intubations and securing ET tubes, managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Responded to codes and rapid responses and assisted with patient transport for MRI and other OR procedures.
- Proficient in managing Nitric Oxide, Oscillators, BIPAPs, High Flows, and various Airway Clearance Devices.
- Proficient in precepting and skilled in being resource person in various units.
Epic Go-Live Support (Clindoc)
Legacy Community Health
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Assist providers with patients Admissions, Transfers and Discharge processes.
- Assisted providers with Medication Administration Records and Medication Reconciliations
- Trained providers on how to place orders, write notes, workflow and worksheet processes
- Trained providers on how to use the Epic System Brain application to create smart templates
Epic Go-Live Data Abstraction Analyst
Emory Healthcare
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Entered, corrected and verified patient information in the EMR Epic system
- Extracted data from current charts and transferred relevant data into patient charts in Epic
- Assisted with the development and implementation of quality assurance process
- Assembled inpatient charts according to the universal standard in order to scan into the database
- Ensured that patients information were secured per HIPPA standards
- Documented ticketing issues and ensured that all issues were submitted to the appropriate departments for resolution.
- Trained providers on how to place orders, write notes, workflow and worksheet processes
- Assisted providers with Medication Administration Records and Medication Reconciliations
- Assist providers with patients Admissions, Transfers and Discharge processes.
- Trained providers to create smart templates such as favorites for Meds, Labs, Radiology etc.
Epic Go-Live Support (CPOE/ORDERS)/(Clindoc)
RWJ Barnabas Health/Mount Sinai Health
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Trained providers on how to place orders, write notes, workflow and worksheet processes
- Assisted providers with Medication Administration Records and Medication Reconciliations
- Assist providers with patients Admissions, Transfers and Discharge processes.
- Trained providers to create smart templates such as favorites for Meds, Labs, Radiology etc.
Respiratory Care Practitioner (Adults)
Memorial Hermann Hospital System
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Performed patient assessment, blood gases, analyze chest X-rays and EKG; provided interpretations, hemodynamics, and recommend treatment options.
- Followed verbal treatment orders from physicians in administering medications to patients, evaluated treatment programs and results, and follow appropriate action.
- Administered medical gases, respiratory medications, humidification, and aerosols for therapeutic and diagnostic purposes, developed respiratory care plans, and made recommendations for patient management.
- Monitored patients' physiological responses to therapy through vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Assisted in special procedures such as Bronchoscopies and Intubation, responding to codes, rapid responses, Ventilator Management, patient transport for MRI, and other OR procedures.
- Proficient in managing and maintaining Mechanical Ventilators, Nitric Oxide, Oscillators, BIPAPs, High Flows, Bubble CPAPs, and various Airway Clearance Devices.
- Educated patients about respiratory conditions, treatment plans, and medication use and performed tracheostomy care and airway clearance, among other respiratory care duties.
Respiratory Care Practitioner (NICU, PICU, CVICU,)
Texas Children Hospital
10.2019 - 10.2021
- Clinical experience in various ICU settings (PICU, CVICU, NICU, and TICU)
- Performed special procedures such as bronchoscopies, intubation, Ventilator Management, and intubated patients for MRIs and OR operations.
- Proficient in managing and maintaining ventilators, Nitric Oxide, Oscillators, BIPAPs, High Flows, Bubble CPAPs, and various Airway Clearance Devices.
- Experienced in administering various Oxygen and Respiratory medication treatments and therapies and documenting effectiveness and patient outcomes in electronic medical records.
- Mentored and precepted new hires and served as resource person in various units.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
HCA, Sugarland Methodist Hospital
08.2012 - 06.2017
- Assisted Pharmacists in dispensing duties; filled medications, packaged, credited accurately, and delivered to various hospital floors and units.
- Prepared medication: formulary and non-formulary; oral, liquids, and solids, including narcotics, epidurals, PCA pumps, and other IV fluids.
- Handled heart drips, anesthesia trays and carts, narcotics packs, travel packs, and emergent drugs used in ORs, as well as code packs with appropriate documentation
- Performed credits and medication reconciliation and ensured all medications and other pharmacy supplies received from vendors were accurately balanced and stocked.
- Monitored stocked outs reports to take appropriate action by loading and refilling automated medication dispensing units (Pyxis) where needed, among other duties assigned, such as unit inspections, expired medication checks, IV hood cleaning, refrigerator temps, and floor-stock checks.
Education
Master Of Science - Health Informatics
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04.2022
Bachelor Of Science - Respiratory Care
The University of Texas Medical Branch
Galveston, TX08.2019
Associate Of Science - Health And Medical Sciences
Houston Community College
Houston, TX12.2016
Diploma - Pharmacy Technician
Remington College
Houston, TX02.2011
Diploma - Science
Ghana National High School
Ghana12.1998
Skills
- Industry Knowledge: Electronic Health Records, Clinical Data Analytics and Management, HIPAA, HIE, ICD-10-CM
- Clinical Skills: Patient Care Plans, Care Coordination Support, Emergency Response, Intubation, Airway Management, Ventilation Management, Tracheotomy Tubes, Wound Management, Strong Clinical Judgment, Public Health, Clinical experience in ICU settings (Adults, Pediatrics, Neonatal), ED, and Outpatient
- Technical Skills: Tableau, Power BI, Advanced Excel, Epic, Cerner, Medi-tech, Medical Terminology, Microsoft Office Suite, Data Visualization, Data Recording and Analytics
- Leadership Skills: Teamwork, Communication, Empathy, Leadership, Coaching and Mentoring, Team Collaboration
- Analytical Skills: Critical Thinking, Problem-solving, Decision Making, Ability To Adapt, Issue Tracking, Data collection, Data Analysis, Data Management, Decision Support, and Developing Reports
- Other Skills: Operational Standards, Trend Research and Reporting, Regulatory Compliance, Local and State Regulations, Safety Procedures, Workflow Processes, Clinical Process Knowledge, Performance Improvement Programs, Data Security, and Information Systems Expertise
Certification
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)
- Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS),
- Registered Pharmacy Technician (IVs and Admixtures Certified).
Affiliations
- American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC),
- Texas Society for Respiratory Care (TSRC),
- UTMB Respiratory Care Student Association (RCSA),
- Chairperson - Ghana Association of Houston (CCTF).
Timeline
Epic Go-Live Support (Clindoc)
Legacy Community Health
10.2023 - 11.2023
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Memorial Hermann Children's Hospital
12.2022 - Current
Epic Go-Live Data Abstraction Analyst
Emory Healthcare
09.2022 - 12.2022
Epic Go-Live Support (CPOE/ORDERS)/(Clindoc)
RWJ Barnabas Health/Mount Sinai Health
06.2022 - 08.2022
Respiratory Care Practitioner (Adults)
Memorial Hermann Hospital System
10.2021 - 05.2022
Respiratory Care Practitioner (NICU, PICU, CVICU,)
Texas Children Hospital
10.2019 - 10.2021
Certified Pharmacy Technician
HCA, Sugarland Methodist Hospital
08.2012 - 06.2017
Master Of Science - Health Informatics
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor Of Science - Respiratory Care
The University of Texas Medical Branch
Associate Of Science - Health And Medical Sciences
Houston Community College
Diploma - Pharmacy Technician
Remington College
Diploma - Science
Ghana National High School
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