Kamala Loden
Fulton,MS
Summary
Detail-oriented nurse with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Records
Courtyards Community Living Center
02.2023 - Current
- Followed exact procedures for handling transfers and other releases of medical records.
- Followed up with medical staff regarding missing information in patient records.
- Maintained accuracy, completeness, and security for medical records and health information
- Scanned and uploaded medical records into electronic medical records system.
- Utilized electronic medical record systems to store, retrieve and process patient data.
- Communicated effectively with staff, patients, and insurance companies by email and telephone.
Admission Nurse
Courtyards Community Living Center
06.2018 - Current
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Assessed and documented patients' care.
- Settled incoming patients into rooms and verified adequacy of medical supplies and treatment equipment.
- Provided physicians and other medical personnel with patient assessment details and answered patient care-related questions.
- Delivered high level of quality care while overseeing patient admissions and discharges.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Floor Nurse to Assistant Director of Nursing
Diversicare Of Amory
09.2009 - 06.2018
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Created customized care plans, working with staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
- Recruited, hired staff, providing supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Evaluated work performance of 35-40 nursing personnel to determine wage increase.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Conducted routine facility inspections.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Itawamba Junior College
Fulton, MS12.1984
Skills
- Staff Training
- Records Management
- Medical Terminology Understanding
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Medical Records and Documentation
- Demographics Information
- Patient Rights
- New Patient Chart Preparation
- Scanning and Imaging Software
- Departmental Cross-Coverage
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical Information Computerization
- Work Well Independently
Timeline
Medical Records
Courtyards Community Living Center
02.2023 - Current
Admission Nurse
Courtyards Community Living Center
06.2018 - Current
Floor Nurse to Assistant Director of Nursing
Diversicare Of Amory
09.2009 - 06.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Itawamba Junior College
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