Leslie Cornett

• Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
• Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
• Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.

-Presented physicians with queries about clinical findings within the inpatient medical record to meet CMS guidelines.

-Developed a close interpersonal relationship with administration, physicians, case managers, coding personnel and medical records staff.

-Educated physicians on clinical documentation throughout a network of facilities

-Aided in implementation of Meditech EHR

-Conducted thorough research throughout EHR

-Attended meetings with physicians and multi-disciplinary departments

- Provided findings and education for complete documentation and reviewed CMS guidelines with attendees

• Assisted in the development of operating room budgets, ensuring adequate financial resources were allocated to maintain top-notch patient care standards.
• Implemented innovative inventory management strategies that reduced waste and optimized resource utilization in the operating room.
• Enhanced patient safety by implementing strict protocols and guidelines for surgical procedures.
• Served as a mentor to new and experienced nursing staff, providing guidance, support, and expertise throughout their professional growth.
• Streamlined operating room efficiency by optimizing staff scheduling and resource allocation.
• Spearheaded initiatives for reducing surgical site infections, leading to improved patient outcomes across the board.
• Demonstrated exemplary leadership skills during crisis situations or high-stress surgical cases, guiding the team toward successful outcomes while maintaining composure and professionalism.