Kristen Dougherty
Bristow,VA
Summary
Dedicated RN with proven strengths in medication administration, infection control, and patient education. Committed to enhancing patient safety and monitoring progress through critical thinking and collaboration.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
R.N.
Inova Bariatrics and Medical Weight Loss
Fairfax, Virginia
03.2020 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses consistently.
- Educated patients on pre-operative and post-operative care to promote recovery and minimize complications.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on best practices in bariatric care to ensure high-quality patient support.
- Implemented infection control protocols, improving patient safety and reducing infection rates.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
RN, Office Manger, Billing Manager
Dr. Daniel D. Rooney, D.O.
Vienna, VA
06.2000 - 05.2025
- Provided patient care and support in a busy medical practice.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation consistently.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures under physician supervision.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Processed medical claims using billing software tools to ensure timely reimbursements.
- Reviewed patient records for billing accuracy, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Communicated with insurance companies to resolve claim issues, facilitating prompt payment.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to obtain necessary documentation.
- Maintain updated knowledge of coding guidelines and regulations.
- Contacted insurance providers to verify insurance information and obtain billing authorization.
- Entered financial transactions into the billing system to maintain accurate records.
- Completed appeals and filed and submitted claims.
- Maintained current working knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding principles, government regulation, protocols and third-party billing requirements.
- Analyzed rejected claims and corrected errors before resubmitting them for payment.
RN
SNAP Home Health
Vienna , VA
03.2001 - 12.2001
- Administered medications and treatments to patients in home settings.
- Educated patients and families on health management and safety practices.
- Provided wound care and managed infection control measures effectively.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
R.N.
Potomac Hospital
Woodbridge, VA
06.1999 - 07.2001
- Administered medications according to hospital protocols and tailored patient care plans, ensuring adherence to treatment regimens.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare providers promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and treatment options.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Documented patient progress notes in electronic medical record system, facilitating clear communication among healthcare providers.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA05-1999
Timeline
R.N.
Inova Bariatrics and Medical Weight Loss
03.2020 - Current
RN
SNAP Home Health
03.2001 - 12.2001
RN, Office Manger, Billing Manager
Dr. Daniel D. Rooney, D.O.
06.2000 - 05.2025
R.N.
Potomac Hospital
06.1999 - 07.2001
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Northern Virginia Community College