Louise Woods
Orange Grove,TX
Summary
Dedicated Hospice Coordinator with a proven track record at Healthy Horizons Hospice, excelling in care coordination and compassionate communication. Skilled in interdisciplinary collaboration and grief counseling, I enhance patient support and family engagement, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations while improving service delivery. Committed to quality improvement and community resource integration.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospice Coordinator
Mi Casa Hospice
Alice, Texas
01.2022 - 01.2026
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to enhance patient care plans and ensure comprehensive support.
- Developed and maintained relationships with families, providing emotional support and resources during hospice care.
- Implemented training programs for new staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement in patient service.
- Streamlined patient intake processes, improving efficiency and reducing wait times for services.
Administrative Assistant
La Vida Buena Adult Daycare
Alice, TX
04.2017 - 09.2021
- Managed scheduling and appointments for clients, ensuring efficient use of resources.
- Assisted with daily operations, providing support to staff and enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Coordinated client intake processes while maintaining accurate records in electronic systems.
- Developed and maintained filing systems, ensuring easy access to important documents.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, and staff, promoting a supportive environment.
Hospice Coordinator
Healthy Horizons Hospice
05.2014 - 04.2017
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support.
- Facilitated communication between families and healthcare professionals for effective care delivery.
- Scheduled and managed appointments, ensuring timely service for patients and families.
- Developed educational materials for staff training on hospice policies and procedures.
Branch Manager
Nurses On Wheels Hospice
Alice, TX
04.2005 - 05.2014
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and quality standards.
- Developed and implemented staff training programs to enhance service delivery and team performance.
- Managed patient care coordination, optimizing resource allocation for effective service provision.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to address patient needs and improve care plans.
Education
General Business
Texas A & I University
Kingsville, TXSkills
Compassionate communication
Medical documentation
Family support
Quality improvement
Healthcare regulations
Grief counseling
Interdisciplinary collaboration
HIPAA compliance
Care coordination
Community resources
Discharge planningo
Timeline
Hospice Coordinator
Mi Casa Hospice
01.2022 - 01.2026
Administrative Assistant
La Vida Buena Adult Daycare
04.2017 - 09.2021
Hospice Coordinator
Healthy Horizons Hospice
05.2014 - 04.2017
Branch Manager
Nurses On Wheels Hospice
04.2005 - 05.2014
General Business
Texas A & I University