Ma Cresencia Buenafe
Hayward
Summary
Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience at Shearwater Health, excelling in document analysis and effective communication. Proven track record in enhancing data accuracy and compliance, while fostering teamwork and collaboration. Recognized for adaptability and attention to detail, ensuring optimal patient care and satisfaction in fast-paced environments.
Professional with strong background in data analysis and document review, equipped to excel in this role. Known for exceptional team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs, consistently delivering accurate and timely results. Expertise includes research, data extraction, and legal documentation, with focus on achieving high standards and impactful outcomes. Dependable and driven, ensuring thorough and efficient completion of tasks.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Abstractor
Shearwater Health
- Conducted thorough patient record reviews to ensure accurate data abstraction and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to extract and analyze clinical information efficiently.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve data entry processes and enhance overall accuracy.
- Assisted in training new team members on data abstraction protocols and system navigation.
School Nurse
Saint Paul International School-Clark
- Administered first aid and emergency care to students, ensuring timely response to health issues.
- Monitored student health records, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with regulations.
- Educated students on hygiene practices and nutrition, promoting healthy lifestyle choices.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to support student health needs and wellness initiatives.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of school health policies, adapting practices to meet changing guidelines.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Assessed students'' physical and emotional well-being during daily clinic visits, providing appropriate care or referrals as needed.
Staff Nurse
St Rafael Hospital Foundation
- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions for accurate care planning.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans tailored to patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment options.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff, fostering a collaborative and knowledgeable work environment.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
Patient Care Coordinator
Care In Touch Home Health Agency
05.2023 - 04.2025
- Coordinated patient care schedules, enhancing service delivery efficiency.
- Facilitated communication between patients and healthcare providers, improving satisfaction levels.
- Managed patient intake processes, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with regulations.
- Assisted in developing care plans tailored to individual patient needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to address patient concerns promptly and effectively.
- Implemented quality assurance measures to enhance overall service standards within the agency.
- Managed sensitive patient information with strict adherence to HIPAA guidelines, maintaining confidentiality and privacy at all times.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing concerns, answering questions, and ensuring patient satisfaction with their care experience at the clinic.
- Streamlined communication between patients and healthcare providers, ensuring timely responses to inquiries and concerns.
- Delivered excellent patient experiences and direct care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create seamless transitions between various stages of treatment plans, enhancing continuity of care.
- Acted as a knowledgeable resource for patients seeking information about community resources and support services available to them in their healthcare journey.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Systems Plus College Foundation
Philippines04.2014
Skills
- Document analysis
- Data interpretation
- Reading comprehension
- Industry expertise
- Confidentiality
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Detail-oriented
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
- Professionalism
- Document review
- Client confidentiality
- Time management abilities
- Continuous improvement
- Written communication
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Patient Care Coordinator
Care In Touch Home Health Agency
05.2023 - 04.2025
Medical Abstractor
Shearwater Health
School Nurse
Saint Paul International School-Clark
Staff Nurse
St Rafael Hospital Foundation
High School Diploma -
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Systems Plus College Foundation