Laurie Economy
Wisconsin Dells,WI
Summary
Committed Home Health Aide offers3 years in home healthcare. Dedicated to delivering consistent and focused attention to client safety, comfort and dignity. Well-versed in direct patient care and recordkeeping. Dedicated visiting patients in-home and conducting physical assessments, dressing wounds and assisting with bathing and grooming activities. Polite and courteous professional with in-depth knowledge of CPR and first aid. Committed to collaborating with physicians and families to provide quality patient care. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level PAS position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Access Specialist
Reedsburg Area Medical Center
WI - Current
- Secured patient information and confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA privacy rule standards to protect patient's privacy.
- Collected and entered patient demographic and insurance data into computer database to establish patient's medical record.
- Received patient deductibles and co-pay amounts and discussed options to satisfy remainder of patient financial obligations.
- Collected and validated patient demographics and insurance information.
- Obtained patient's insurance information and determined eligibility for benefits for specific services rendered.
- Performed patient pre-admission, admission, transfer and discharge activities.
- Prepared patient identification band and completed admissions papers.
- Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
- Processed payments using cash and credit cards, maintaining accurate records of transactions.
- Facilitated communication between patients and various departments and staff.
- Applied administrative knowledge and courtesy to explain procedures and services to patients.
- Engaged with patients to provide critical information.
- Organized patient records and database to facilitate information storage and retrieval.
Home Health Aide
Brightstar Healthcare
Wisconsin Dells, WI
04.2018 - 06.2019
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
Nursing Assistant
Wisconsin Dells Health Services
Wisconsin Dells, WI
07.2016 - 08.2017
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
CNA
Houston County Public Health
Caledonia, MN
09.2008 - 10.2011
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
CNA
Caledonia Care And Rehab
Caledonia, MN
11.2005 - 11.2006
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Caledonia Senior High School
Caledonia, MN06.1990
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Brightstar Healthcare
04.2018 - 06.2019
Nursing Assistant
Wisconsin Dells Health Services
07.2016 - 08.2017
CNA
Houston County Public Health
09.2008 - 10.2011
CNA
Caledonia Care And Rehab
11.2005 - 11.2006
Patient Access Specialist
Reedsburg Area Medical Center
WI - Current
High School Diploma -
Caledonia Senior High School