Laura Cook
Houtzdale,PA
Summary
Dynamic nursing leader with extensive experience at Foxdale Village, excelling in policy development and quality improvement. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective staff supervision and strong communication skills. Successfully implemented strategies that improved operational efficiency and compliance, fostering a culture of excellence in patient care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Nursing
Foxdale Village
State College, PA
06.2022 - Current
- Participated in management meetings to evaluate resident status and census changes.
- Oversaw recruitment, hiring, and orientation of nursing staff to maintain optimal staffing levels.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by updating policies to align with industry standards.
- Monitored nursing staff performance and provided feedback to uphold care quality.
- Developed strong relationships with physicians and staff to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to design comprehensive care plans for complex patients.
- Worked with administration to establish best practices that improved patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator
Foxdale Village
State College, PA
03.2021 - 06.2022
- Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, upholding ethical standards in all aspects of assessment coordination duties.
- Exhibited strong organizational skills when managing multiple competing priorities while maintaining a high standard of patient care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through empathetic listening and clear communication, fostering trust and positive relationships.
Corporate Clinical Reimbursement Coordinator
Presbyterian Senior Living
Dillsburg, PA
02.2014 - 05.2021
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and guidelines.
- Managed high-volume workloads through effective prioritization and organization, consistently meeting deadlines while maintaining accurate records.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop strategies for maximizing revenue reimbursement opportunities.
- Leveraged strong analytical skills to identify trends in payer behavior, enabling proactive adjustments to claims submission strategies when needed.
Education
Nursing
Lock Haven University
Clearfield, PA05.1996
Skills
- Nurse education and training
- Leadership and guidance
- Quality improvement
- Work ethic
- Policy development
- Clinical documentation
- Reporting and documentation
- Nursing staff supervision
Certification
Certified Nursing Director in Long Term Care
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Foxdale Village
06.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator
Foxdale Village
03.2021 - 06.2022
Corporate Clinical Reimbursement Coordinator
Presbyterian Senior Living
02.2014 - 05.2021
Nursing
Lock Haven University