Well-versed in analyzing clinical workflow processes to implement improvement initiatives. Adaptable and driven, with a strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings. Possesses the ability to quickly learn new systems, processes, and procedures to maximize organizational contributions. Over 20 years of clinical experience in Emergency Adult, Pediatric, and Trauma Nursing, and have worked as a Clinical Informaticist for 6 years, providing support to various hospital stakeholders, and as a Clinical Content Analyst for 2 years, with Cerner backend build experience.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Portfolio Clinical Content Analyst
Tenet Healthcare Corp
02.2022 - 01.2024
Provided process and system expertise to promote the adoption of electronic clinical documentation that supports evidence-based and best practices through the design and implementation of standardized clinical documentation
My role encompasses clinical documentation analysis, design, standardization, gap analysis, and content development that support workflow processes and information needs
Responsible for the gathering and analysis of methods and procedures, providing design recommendations, operational instructions, and computer program specifications, as well as testing and validation of the build
Creating workplans associated with specific design changes and development
Participated in project meetings and assisted with design recommendations with other cross-functional teams
Provided input into the overall clinical documentation strategy
Develop collaborative relationships and networks within facility stakeholders to support complementary initiatives that can advance the organization's overall strategy
Created, maintained, and provided educational offerings designed to inform end users regarding content changes or new standards
Functioned as liaison with vendors and attended vendor training, as necessary.
Clinical Informatics Specialist
Saint Francis Memphis-Bartlett Hospital, Tenet Healthcare Corp.
01.2015 - 02.2022
Experienced with implementation of clinical applications across a project life cycle including testing, training, education, go-live support, system upgrade support and issues management of the organization's clinical information system
Functioned as informatics coordinator of value realizations such as MU and other regulatory and quality initiatives
Served as liaison between clinicians, ancillary departments, and the IT department to ensure alignment of company-wide clinical system standards with departmental workflow and processes
Served as ED informatics liaison and FirstNet Charge Capture SME with knowledge of ED Lynx Algorithm functionality
Performed data extraction, data analysis and identified trends to improve organizational performance and clinical outcomes
Analyzed current procedures and existing/innovative technology to assist with data, information and knowledge management and processing to improve clinical practice and patient care delivery
Assisted in communication plan development and participated in communication activities related to clinical application systems to various stakeholders
Assisted in the development of clinical application education program and ensured accuracy of training content
Provided Cerner training and support for Physicians, Nurses, and other clinicians.
ED RN Charge Auditor/ ED Informatics Coordinator
Saint Francis Memphis-Bartlett Hospital, Tenet Healthcare Corp.
09.2015 - 12.2019
Served as subject matter expert for FirstNet ED Charge Capture guidelines with an understanding of ED Lynx Algorithm
Audited thousands of electronic medical records to check appropriate clinical documentation of billable charges incurred from Emergency Department visits
Reviewed activity log in FirstNet for missing E/M levels or IV infusion charges and completed Facility Charge Ticket (FCT) with supporting documentation as needed.
Provided educational materials and elbow support to ED staff related to appropriate clinical documentation for accurate charge capture in FirstNet
Reviewed ED provider documentation and consulted with Providers for lacking documentation to support charge capture.
Collaborated with ED Management, Revenue team, and HIM in addressing patient accounts with insufficient clinical documentation, errors in data entry, and missing ED charge capture.
Troubleshooting in all items relating to ED charges crossing to Cerner and PBAR
Provided feedback to the ED Director and CI Director regarding changes needed concerning charges and workflow improvements.
PRN Flight Nurse/Critical Care Crew Member
Emergency Mobile Health Care LLC
04.2014 - 01.2016
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality, timely medical care during air transport and ground transport of critical care patients
Enhanced flight safety by conducting thorough pre-flight checks and ensuring proper equipment functionality.
Streamlined patient handoff process for efficient transfer of care between medical teams.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
Saint Francis Memphis-Bartlett Hospital, Tenet Healthcare Corp.
05.2009 - 09.2015
Over 20 years of Emergency Nursing clinical experience providing direct care, including stabilizing patients and identifying treatment options for Adults, Geriatric, Pediatric and Trauma patients
Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, conduct interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services
Managed and provided leadership as ED Charge Nurse to staff with direct patient care, maintaining department flow and managing patient concerns
Completed and maintained required certifications to show consistent clinical competency and sound judgment.
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
MGA Home Healthcare
01.2006 - 05.2009
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality, emergency nursing care to patients in a fast-paced environment.
Reduced wait times for patients by efficiently triaging and prioritizing cases based on severity and need.
Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate bedside manner and clear communication of treatment plans.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams of physicians, nurses, and support staff to provide comprehensive care to emergency department patients.
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Fastaff Nursing
05.2001 - 12.2005
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality, emergency nursing care to patients in a fast-paced environment.
Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate bedside manner and clear communication of treatment plans.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams of physicians, nurses, and support staff to provide comprehensive care to emergency department patients.
Provided timely interventions for critically ill patients, stabilizing conditions and preventing further complications.
Maintained detailed documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for accurate medical records.
Education
Master of Science: Health Informatics -
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL
Bachelor of Science: Nursing -
Velez College of Nursing
Skills
Content Curation
Content Strategy
Backend build experience within Cerner in the Clinical Documentation area
Content analysis
Data Interpretation
Project Management
Clinical process expertise
Problem-Solving
Team Collaboration
Experience with Cerner Clinical Applications
Attention to Detail
Analytical skills
Adaptability
Healthcare Analytics
Data Visualization
Additional Information - Previous Experience
Emergency Mobile Health Care, LLC, 04/01/14, 01/01/16, PRN Flight Nurse / Ground Critical Care Transfer Crew
Saint Francis Hospital-Bartlett, Tenet Healthcare, 01/01/09, 08/01/15, MedHost Administrator
MGA Healthcare, LLC, 01/01/06, 05/01/09, Travel ED Nurse
Fastaff Travel Nursing, 05/01/01, 12/01/05, Travel ED Nurse
Baptist Memorial Health Care, 02/01/98, 04/01/01, ED RN with Charge Nurse experience
Timeline
Clinical Portfolio Clinical Content Analyst
Tenet Healthcare Corp
02.2022 - 01.2024
ED RN Charge Auditor/ ED Informatics Coordinator
Saint Francis Memphis-Bartlett Hospital, Tenet Healthcare Corp.
09.2015 - 12.2019
Clinical Informatics Specialist
Saint Francis Memphis-Bartlett Hospital, Tenet Healthcare Corp.
01.2015 - 02.2022
PRN Flight Nurse/Critical Care Crew Member
Emergency Mobile Health Care LLC
04.2014 - 01.2016
Emergency Room Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
Saint Francis Memphis-Bartlett Hospital, Tenet Healthcare Corp.