Organized Team Leader builds positive rapport, inspire trust and guide teams toward achievement of organizational goals. Strong facilitator adept at working cross-departmentally with co-management and top-level leadership. Excellent trainer and mentor.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team lead
CareSource, Health Care Corporation
01.2011 - 12.2023
Lead, develop and manage a team of 15 direct reports comprised of RN's, licensed Social Workers, LPCC, LPNs and a Lactation consultant.
Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures.
Routine review of reports/dashboards to identify and resolve issues that may adversely impact team efficiencies and productivity
Active member of leadership discussions/meetings that impact the success of the Maternity program (Job Aid Meetings, Team Huddles, State specific POD meetings.)
Perform monthly audits and coaching for Case Management staff
Telephonic Case Manager
CorVel Corporation
01.2003 - 01.2011
Collaborated with injured workers, healthcare providers, employers and the BWC to drive continuity of care.
Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
Performed authorization dispute resolution and bill review functions
Assigned and handled large accounts.
Prior Authorization Nurse
Cigna
01.2001 - 01.2003
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Reviewed cases using guidelines based on medical necessity and benefit coverage
Increased productivity by 10% and increased audit results by 30% over a one year period
Received the Circle of Excellence Award for exceeded department goals
Negotiated with non contracted providers to obtain more favorable rates for the health plan.
Preauthorization Specialist
The J.P Farley Corporation
01.2000 - 01.2001
Performed pre-admission, concurrent and retrospective review on inpatient confinements and pre-procedure review of out patient surgical procedures
Drafted and implemented a faxed form for providers to increase efficiency and reduce provider's downtime
Managed patient cases on a daily basis ensuring cost savings
Maintained liaisons with referral sources improving customer service.
Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
Registered Nurse
Aristocrat west skilled nursing facility
01.1997 - 01.2000
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Administered medications to 30 residents via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Claims Adjudicator
Massachusetts Mutual
01.1990 - 01.1994
Knowledge of ICD10 & CPT coding and documentation concepts, guidelines and clinical terminology.
Collaborated with team members and management to meet goals.