Lorisa Fast
Roanoke,TX
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented JCAHO Travel Nurse Staffing Credentialer/Onboarder with extensive experience ensuring compliance with Joint Commission standards and state regulatory requirements. Proven ability to manage credentialing processes, maintain accurate records, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to streamline onboarding and compliance. Adept at fostering positive relationships with nurses, staffing agencies, and healthcare facilities.Demonstrated expertise in credential verification, database management, industry standards. Committed to leveraging HR strategies that align with business objectives to drive team growth and development.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Credentialing Specialist
Resolute Pros (Acquired CareStaf)
06.2022 - Current
- Managed end-to-end credentialing processes for travel nurses and PRN staff, ensuring compliance with JCAHO standards and state-specific regulations.
- Managed and coordinated criminal background checks, including fingerprints and drug screens.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve credentialing workflows and enhance process efficiency.
- Conducted regular audits of credentialing files to ensure adherence to JCAHO standards and internal policies.
- Developed and implemented tracking systems for expiring credentials, reducing compliance gaps.
- Successfully participated and led the employee file portion of JCAHO audit. One audit resulted in zero deficiencies for nurse credentials.
HR
CareStaf
05.2021 - 06.2022
- Managed credentialing process for PRN staff of 500, ensuring compliance with organization and regulatory standards.
- Oversaw HR end-to-end onboarding, including screening resumes, interviews, reference checking, skill testing, scheduling and onboarding including verification of employment eligibility, background checks, and drug screenings.
- Maintained accurate and up-to date electronic captures of employee records and ensured timely renewal of expiring credentials
- Provide support and guidance to new hires throughout the onboarding process.
- Collaborate with staffing team on potential credentialing limitations of staff.
- Collaborated with administration, staffing teams and clinical teams to ensure appropriate staff was recruited, onboarded and leveraged for the current PRN/home care needs.
- Identified staff who needed training and managed the scheduled training to ensure compliance and skill development.
- Assisted with recruitment process, including job posting evaluation
Production Supervisor
Ground Effects
09.2019 - 05.2021
- Oversee daily production line operations, ensuring efficiency and quality
- Train new employees, providing support for job skills and adherence to company procedures
- Monitor employee performance, track attendance, and conduct regular reviews
- Issue corrective actions as needed to address performance or attendance issues
- Ensure product quality meets company standards
- Perform end-of-shift tasks, including PJO completion and progress reporting
Housekeeper
La Hacienda Ranch
07.2017 - 03.2019
- Dusted and polished fixtures and cabinet hardware to maintain sparkling appearance.
- Emptied trash receptacles throughout the property.
- Maintained well-stocked and well-organized service carts to support efficient and timely cleaning services.
- Checked inventory for required supplies and made lists for needed cleaning products.
- Replaced sheets and pillowcases daily and used hospitality corners on beds to provide comfort for guests.
- Changed bed linens and towels, tidied up rooms.
- Sanitized and cleaned sinks, mirrors, toilets and showers.
- Returned vacant rooms to occupant-ready status by deep cleaning, changing linens, restocking inventory and removing trash.
Education
High School Diploma -
McPherson High School
McPherson, KS05.2012
Skills
- Detail-Oriented
- Proficient in Credentialing Software
- Knowledge of Healthcare Compliance Regulations
- Strong Communication Skills
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Credentialing software and applicant tracking systems (ATS)
- Document management & Auditing
- Process Improvement
- Collaboration
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Credentialing Specialist
Resolute Pros (Acquired CareStaf)
06.2022 - Current
HR
CareStaf
05.2021 - 06.2022
Production Supervisor
Ground Effects
09.2019 - 05.2021
Housekeeper
La Hacienda Ranch
07.2017 - 03.2019
High School Diploma -
McPherson High School
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