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Mary Hodge

Minden,NV

Summary

Experienced Patient Care Coordinator proficient in different agencies and facility directing patient care programs that are both high-quality and efficient by Program Director. Experience in Drug and Alcohol Treatment programs, Senior and SNF, and All Age residential patient care. My belief is to give as many tools as possible by teaching, demonstrating and being the person trust is built upon. Utilizing proven methods of incorporating Body, Mind and Spirit well being to overcome addiction, negative self worth and onward to a healthy daily life with support each step along the way.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Care Coordinator

Craig Cares
Roseville, CA
10.1996 - 05.2023
  • Assessed clients health status, functional abilities, and need for assistance.
  • Served as a liaison between internal departments such as nursing, therapy, and administrative personnel ensuring effective communication across teams .
  • Requested and restocked supplies in and for client and care givers living areas.
  • Helped client stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
  • Provided close monitoring and observation of at-risk clients.
  • Ran errands with client and drove to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs, health and wellbeing.
  • Preserved patient dignity and rights and demonstrated sensitivity to cultural diversity.
  • Communicated with clients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
  • Hired, trained, directed, supervised and evaluated caregivers.
  • Established solid relations with leadership and staff.
  • Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
  • Performed assessments and provided orientation to care givers.
  • Developed and implemented resident care plans to meet individual needs.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations such as falls or illness by assessing the situation and implementing appropriate interventions.
  • Maintained confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations.
  • Facilitated staff meetings to discuss clients progress and any concerns that may arise.
  • Created an environment that was conducive to physical, mental, emotional, spiritual growth of client.
  • Provided direct care services including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding.
  • Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
  • Managed medication administration program for residents according to physician orders.
  • Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure.
  • Monitored medical records and documented changes in condition or behavior.
  • Represented the organization at community events such as health fairs or seminars focused on home health issues .
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to create a comprehensive team approach when treating client.

Skills

  • Medical Terminology and understanding
  • Charting
  • Insurance Verification, Practices and Codes
  • Healthcare regulations operations and Documentation proficiency
  • Care Planning
  • Patient Care Coordination
  • Client Relations
  • Client Education and Leading Meetings
  • HIPAA Understanding and Compliance
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medication Administration
  • Infection Control
  • Compassionate Caregiving, assistance, personalized care
  • Recreational Activities for exercise and Body, Mind, Spirit Improvement
  • Policy compliance
  • Critical Thinking Skills
  • Patient Outreach and Follow-Up

Timeline

Care Coordinator

Craig Cares
10.1996 - 05.2023

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