Kara Days
Lucasville,OH
Summary
Accomplished Health Information Specialist II at TCC and dedicated Elderly Caregiver, I excel in medical coding expertise and providing compassionate care. Skilled in EHR software navigation and HIPAA compliance, I improved documentation accuracy by conducting thorough audits, fostering positive relationships, and ensuring patient confidentiality. Achieved collaborative work environments and efficient task completion, demonstrating both hard and soft skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Information Specialist II
TCC
Portsmouth, OH
08.2023 - 02.2025
- Performed weekly audits to identify discrepancies or errors in documentation.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Answered questions and fulfilled requests with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Elderly Caregiver
Private Care
Minford, OH
06.2015 - 10.2023
- Adhered to all applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures and standards related to eldercare services.
- Respected the privacy, dignity and confidentiality of each client served.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and eating.
- Provided emotional support during end-of-life transitions.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments or other necessary outings.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties including laundry, cleaning and meal preparation for clients.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients.
- Communicated effectively with family members on progress of client's health condition.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Recognized emergencies and notified paramedics and family members.
- Engaged clients by conversing and participating in activities and hobbies.
- Redirected clients with memory issues, providing safety guidance protection.
- Supported clients in making decisions that were consistent with their values and wishes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Minford
Minford, OH05-1998
Skills
- EHR software navigation
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical coding expertise
- Patient confidentiality maintenance
- Clinical documentation improvement
- Medical auditing
Timeline
Health Information Specialist II
TCC
08.2023 - 02.2025
Elderly Caregiver
Private Care
06.2015 - 10.2023
High School Diploma -
Minford
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