Kendra Storer
Columbus,OH
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Point of Care Manager Inpatient Hospitals
OhioHealth
12.2023 - Current
- Maintained detailed records in compliance with agency standards and regulations.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided support to promote safety and wellbeing.
- Consulted with point of care coordinators to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing communication
- Participated in team meetings and trainings to stay updated on best practices and new developments in care management.
- Communicated with healthcare providers to facilitate continuity of care for POC instruments
- Improved patient satisfaction through effective communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Managed multiple projects, ensuring timely assessment, evaluation, and documentation for compliance
Point of Care Coordinator
OhioHealth Grant Medical Center
12.2021 - Current
- Improved patient care quality by implementing and overseeing point of care testing protocols.
- Enhanced clinical efficiency through the development and execution of comprehensive staff training programs on point of care procedures.
- Streamlined point of care operations by conducting regular audits to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Facilitated communication between laboratory personnel, healthcare providers, and patients for optimal coordination in point of care services.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop best practices for point of care testing methodologies.
- Evaluated new technologies and instrumentation for potential integration into existing point-of-care systems, maximizing accuracy and efficiency in patient care services.
- Served as a subject matter expert on all matters related to point-of-care testing, providing guidance and support to clinical staff as needed.
- Resolved technical issues promptly, minimizing downtime of point-of-care equipment and ensuring optimal functionality throughout the facility.
Point of Care Coordinator
OhioHealth Free Standing Emergency Departments
01.2019 - 11.2021
- Streamlined point of care operations by conducting regular audits to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Enhanced clinical efficiency through the development and execution of comprehensive staff training programs on point of care procedures.
- Improved patient care quality by implementing and overseeing point of care testing protocols.
- Reduced errors in test results by maintaining strict quality control measures and implementing process improvements as needed.
- Optimized inventory management processes by monitoring stock levels, ordering supplies proactively, and managing vendor relations for cost-effective procurement.
Point of Care Coordinator
The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center
07.2017 - 12.2018
- Promoted a safe working environment for clinical staff members by enforcing proper handling techniques, storage methods, and disposal protocols for hazardous materials associated with point-of-care testing procedures.
- Resolved technical issues promptly, minimizing downtime of point-of-care equipment and ensuring optimal functionality throughout the facility.
- Spearheaded efforts to maintain accreditation for point of care testing services by staying informed on industry trends, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
- Inspected UCLA Point of Care for CAP inspection
- Volunteered and set up for Infectious Disease Special Unit- Point of Care Instrumentation 2015-2018
Medical Laboratory Scientist
The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center
07.2012 - 07.2017
- Interpreted gram stains, blood cultures, and running detection machines
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by implementing standardized testing procedures and protocols.
- Increased patient satisfaction through timely and accurate diagnostic results.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a well-organized and efficient work environment.
- Called physicians with critical positive results and documented calls
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Scinece
The OhioState University
Columbus, OH06.2012
Skills
- Program Management
- Workflow Coordination
- Staff supervision
- Empathy and compassion
- Project management
- Quality improvement
- Active listening
- Team collaboration
- Training and development
Certification
Emerging Leader Program-Completed June 2023
Courageous Conversations-Completed 3/7/2023
Timeline
Interim Point of Care Manager Inpatient Hospitals
OhioHealth
12.2023 - Current
Point of Care Coordinator
OhioHealth Grant Medical Center
12.2021 - Current
Point of Care Coordinator
OhioHealth Free Standing Emergency Departments
01.2019 - 11.2021
Point of Care Coordinator
The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center
07.2017 - 12.2018
Medical Laboratory Scientist
The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center
07.2012 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Scinece
The OhioState University
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