Kara Bieschke
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Experienced in program development, healthcare operations, and patient engagement strategy, bringing strong leadership and technical communication skills. Proven ability to design workflows, support billing integration, and improve care coordination across clinical and community settings. Skilled in translating complex systems into actionable processes that improve patient outcomes and organizational efficiency. Seeking to leverage clinical, operational, and relationship-building expertise in a program-focused or outreach leadership role.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Health Worker
Corewell Health
07.2024 - Current
- Designed and led a hospital-readmission reduction program improving continuity of care and patient outcomes
- Conduct field-based home visits, in-home assessments, and telehealth coordination to support diverse patient needs and virtual programs
- Educate patients and caregivers on equipment usage, chronic disease management, and navigating healthcare/community resources
- - Developed and implemented workflows and documentation processes for a newly established CHW role, improving operational structure and care delivery consistency
- - Collaborated with IT and leadership to support creation and optimization of charting systems aligned with CHW services and patient tracking needs
- - Contributed to the integration and advancement of CHW services toward Medicaid-billable status, supporting organizational revenue opportunities and program sustainability
- - Act as a liaison between patients, providers, and internal teams to close care gaps and improve service coordination
- - Identified system inefficiencies and proactively implemented process improvements to enhance patient engagement and follow-through
Occupational Health & Safety Coordinator
Perrigo / Medline
10.2021 - 01.2024
- Conducted field audits, site inspections, and compliance assessments aligned with FDA and industry standards
- Delivered safety and technical training to multidisciplinary teams, simplifying complex processes
- Developed policies, corrective actions, and reporting systems in a hybrid remote environment to elevate safety adherence
- Delivered OSHA-compliant quantitative respirator fit testing to assess and verify employee protection standards
- Led cross-functional initiatives to improve compliance processes and reduce operational risk
- Translated regulatory requirements into actionable training and systems, increasing team adoption and adherence
Leader on Duty (LOD)
YMCA
Grand Rapids, MI
03.2014 - 01.2024
- Drove membership sales, onboarding, and retention, improving customer satisfaction and revenue growth
- Educated members on wellness programs, equipment, safety expectations, and membership options
- Managed teams, onboarded staff, and enhanced relationships in a high-volume nonprofit environment
- Consistently balanced sales, operations, and customer experience in a fast-paced environment
- Strengthened leadership, conflict resolution, and team development skills across diverse populations
Nurse Technician
Corewell Health
07.2018 - 03.2020
- Delivered bedside care including vitals, EKGs, glucose testing, mobility assistance, and surgical prep/recovery
- Collaborated with nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams, strengthening clinical communication and technical adaptability
Education
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Communication
Grand Valley State University
01-2027
Skills
- Health Education
- Community Outreach
- Population Health
- Workflow Development & Process Improvement
- Medicaid Billing Integration & Program Support
- Electronic Health Records (EPIC-Hyperspace & Remote Client)
- HIPAA Compliance
- Provider Outreach
- Care Coordination Leadership
- Healthcare Operations
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Patient Engagement & Care Coordination
Certification
- Community Health Worker, 125958729
- BLS, 2027-07-31
- Certified Swim Instructor, 10+ years
Timeline
Community Health Worker
Corewell Health
07.2024 - Current
Occupational Health & Safety Coordinator
Perrigo / Medline
10.2021 - 01.2024
Nurse Technician
Corewell Health
07.2018 - 03.2020
Leader on Duty (LOD)
YMCA
03.2014 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Communication
Grand Valley State University