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KRISTI BENTS

RN BSN - IT Director
Chippewa Falls,WI

Summary

Seasoned nursing professional with extensive IT experience in the Epic EMR space and leadership, offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. I thrive on collaborating with operational clinical leaders, and using clinical experience, in identifying the needs of clinicians that the Epic platform can support.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

IT Director Clinical Applications

Hospital Sisters Healthcare System
05.2011 - Current
  • Lead Epic clinical teams including ASAP, Radiant, Procedure Orders, Clinical Documentation, and Home Health/Hospice
  • Support multi state hospital and clinic systems
  • Supervised aspects of development teams such as, recruiting, hiring, training and onboarding
  • Mentor staff in becoming high level Epic analysts
  • Collaborate with operational leaders in prioritizing Epic functionality
  • Worked closely with management teams to plan, develop and execute strategies
  • 15 hospital Epic implementations and 20 Ambulatory implementations
  • Manage remote colleagues in several states
  • Past Epic Clinical Documentation certification
  • Current end user as RN Triage nurse, using Epic Triage module
  • Participate in Epic Governance Groups
  • Participate in system wide clinical Quality and Regulatory meetings
  • Attended 12 month UTECH leadership training
  • Played key role in on-going network design, reevaluation and optimization to keep pace with company growth
  • Oversaw development and implementation of improvements to support and network operations
  • Worked closely with management teams to plan, develop and execute technical strategies aligned to operational needs

RN - Triage

Prevea Health System
02.2022 - Current
  • Counseled patients via telephone according to established Barton/Schmidt protocols using Epic Triage module
  • Relayed triage information and facilitated communication between provider and patient concerning patient disposition.
  • Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
  • Medication refills using standing protocols

RN Wellness Coordinator

Bellevue Retirement Commumity
02.2008 - 05.2011
  • Maximized program enrollment through effective outreach events, cold calling strategies, membership incentives and referrals programs.
  • Managed team of 20 CNA's
  • Responsible for care of 65 Assisted Living residents and assisting 120 Independent Living residents as needed.
  • On call 24/7 and only nurse on staff
  • Worked closely with residents clinical team on any changes of treatment plan
  • Created care plans collaborating with resident, family and PCP
  • Provided all training for CNA's, including medication administration per state guidelines.
  • Understood and followed all state regulations for CBRF setting
  • Worked closely with external organizations in caring for residents, such as hospice and different therapies
  • Collected and tracked information about participation and outcomes of individual programs.
  • Organized schedules for comprehensive group fitness programs.
  • Built productive relationships with vendors and on-site providers.
  • Responded to all health emergencies for residents and colleagues
  • Developed wellness programs targeted on specific groups and areas of wellness.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with community members, businesses and vendors to build trust and rapport.
  • Coordinated marketing efforts to promote fitness and wellness programs.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive fitness and wellness programs to promote healthy lifestyles.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Board Chair for WI Epic User Group

NA
10.2020 - 11.2022

Volunteered time to attend all Epic User Group Board meetings, with input into educational sessions offered,

Co-Chair WI Epic User Group

NA
11.2022 - Current

Education

BSN - Nursing

Bellin College of Nursing
Green Bay, WI
05.1993

Skills

  • Lab Result Interpretation
  • Nursing Staff Leadership
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Medical Assessment
  • Chart Updating
  • Diabetes Management
  • Relationship Building
  • Patient Assessments
  • Emotional Intelligence

Timeline

Co-Chair WI Epic User Group

NA
11.2022 - Current

RN - Triage

Prevea Health System
02.2022 - Current

Board Chair for WI Epic User Group

NA
10.2020 - 11.2022

IT Director Clinical Applications

Hospital Sisters Healthcare System
05.2011 - Current

RN Wellness Coordinator

Bellevue Retirement Commumity
02.2008 - 05.2011

BSN - Nursing

Bellin College of Nursing
KRISTI BENTSRN BSN - IT Director