Julie Duncan
England,AR
Summary
Nursing background of 18 years. I started my nursing career as a CNA in 2005, became a LPN in 2010, and currently pursuing an associates in applied sciences. I will graduate in December of 2024 and sit for NCLEX as soon as possible. I have worked in various roles in LTC and school nursing from charge nurse, ADON, infection preventist, medical records specialist and many more. I am quick to adapt to change and have a passion for learning. I would love an opportunity to work along side like minded individuals that have a love for helping others.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infection Preventionist
Marshpointe Management
Lonoke, AR
09.2018 - Current
- Assisted in developing strategies to reduce health care-associated infections.
- Provided guidance on proper use of personal protective equipment by healthcare personnel.
- Evaluated new technologies that could help reduce the risk of HAIs.
- Conducted surveillance of infections, outbreaks, and antibiotic resistance patterns.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory requirements related to infection prevention and control.
- Communicated regularly with department heads about changes in regulations or guidelines related to infection control.
School Nurse
Building Bridges LLC.
Lonoke, AR
12.2017 - 09.2020
- Developed individualized healthcare plans for students with special needs.
- Provided resources and referrals to families concerning community healthcare services.
- Implemented school policies related to health and safety of students.
- Provided health services to students, including first aid and administering medication.
- Maintained accurate records of student health information.
- Monitored immunization requirements for all enrolled students.
Medical Records Specialist
Skyline Health Care
Lonoke, AR
01.2017 - 10.2017
- Collaborated with multiple departments to coordinate release of information requests from patients, legal representatives, insurance companies.
- Scanned documents into electronic health record system according to established procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all activities related to medical records.
- Conducted quality assurance audits of medical records for compliance with state regulations.
- Performed data entry into electronic health record systems.
- Collected, filed, scanned, and retrieved confidential patient information.
Various Roles
Cavalier Healthcare.
England, AR
03.2013 - 12.2016
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans as needed.
- Developed educational materials for nursing staff on various topics related to quality improvement initiatives.
- Reviewed incident reports involving nursing staff members for accuracy and completeness.
- Investigated complaints from patients or families regarding quality of care issues.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care issues.
- Facilitated monthly meetings with nursing staff to review changes in policies, procedures, or standards of care.
- Managed recruitment process for new nursing staff, including interviewing and orientation.
- Coordinated with physicians, pharmacists, dietitians, and social workers to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Conducted regular performance reviews of nursing staff.
- Maintained current knowledge of trends in healthcare by attending conferences, seminars, webinars.
- Conducted quality assurance audits to evaluate adherence to standards of care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas Community College-Batesville
Batesville, AR12-2024
Certificate of Proficiency - Nursing
Phillips Community College of The University of Arkansas
De Witt, AR05-2010
Skills
- Revising policies
- Infectious disease prevention
- Surveillance
- Quality Improvement
- Overseeing isolation procedures
- Managing data
- Conducting investigations
- Developing prevention policies
- Testing management
- Wound Care
- Treatment Planning
- Risk Identification
- Complex wound care
- Post-surgery treatment
- Wound Dressing
- Family Education
- Records Organization
- Medical record security
- Medical Records Maintenance
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint
- Health Information Systems
- Medical auditing
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Records filing
- Proficiency in PCC
Accomplishments
- Received multiple nominations for Most compassionate nurse award.
Certification
- AHA CPR instructor
- CNA instructor
Affiliations
- In my free time I run a small business making tshirts, cups, key chains, etc.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Infection Preventionist
Marshpointe Management
09.2018 - Current
School Nurse
Building Bridges LLC.
12.2017 - 09.2020
Medical Records Specialist
Skyline Health Care
01.2017 - 10.2017
Various Roles
Cavalier Healthcare.
03.2013 - 12.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas Community College-Batesville
Certificate of Proficiency - Nursing
Phillips Community College of The University of Arkansas