Michele Romano
medical coder
Flanders,NY
Summary
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Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level medical coder position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Nurse
Private Home Care of a Bed Bound Patient
01.2015 - 11.2024
- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes and escalating concerns to the healthcare team promptly.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising physician
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Delivered high-quality in-home nursing services, maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
- Identified early warning signs of patient deterioration or complications, promptly notifying physicians to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Implemented effective infection control measures within the home setting, reducing risk of illness transmission among family members.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Cedar Lodge Nursing Home
04.2010 - 11.2014
- Developed and implemented training programs for new nurses, enhancing team performance and efficiency.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to foster professional growth among staff.
- Advocated for patient needs within the healthcare organization, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to optimize resource allocation and service delivery.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Assisted in the onboarding process for new hires, offering guidance and mentorship to help them acclimate quickly to their roles.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Evaluated clinical competency of nursing staff through direct observation, feedback sessions, and periodic skills assessments.
- Oversaw quality assurance initiatives to identify areas of improvement within the department and implement corrective action plans accordingly.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected them to optimal providers and care.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
- Oversaw infection control procedures to protect patients from infections and keep nursing departments compliant with state regulations.
- Worked at least 10 hours per month as floor nurse to maintain clinical proficiency.
- Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
- Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to protocols and quality patient care standards.
- Managed staffing schedules, balancing resources effectively to meet fluctuating patient needs and demand.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Westhampton Care Center
07.2000 - 02.2010
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to protocols and quality patient care standards.
- Coordinated patient care activities, optimizing workflow across departments for improved service delivery.
- Monitored patient outcomes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Managed staffing schedules, balancing resources effectively to meet fluctuating patient needs and demand.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices, maintaining high standards of healthcare delivery.
- Addressed patient concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
- Served as a liaison between administration, medical staff, and nursing team for seamless communication and coordination of care efforts.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts while minimizing overtime costs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Mentored junior nurses in clinical decision-making skills, fostering their professional growth and development.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities in accordance with regulatory requirements, ensuring timely completion of reports as necessary for compliance purposes.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs, and ancillary staff.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Promoted a safe and healthy work environment through adherence to infection control policies and procedures.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Education
No Degree - Medical Billing
AACP
Online07-2025
No Degree - Medical Coding
AAPC
Online06-2025
No Degree - Medical Billing And Coding
Penn Foster
Online05-2025
Applied Science/ Registered Nurse
Suffolk Community College
Selden NY06-2000
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Medication administration
- Care plan adherence
- Regulatory compliance
- Medical terminology
- HCPCS coding
- Insurance coding (ICD-9 and CPT)
- Medical claims coding
- Regulatory guidelines
- Document management
- Medical record security
- Certification maintenance
- Healthcare claim coding
- Demographics information
- Past due account management
- Patient medical records maintenance
Affiliations
- AAPC
Certification
Certified in Medical Coding through AAPC
Timeline
Home Health Nurse
Private Home Care of a Bed Bound Patient
01.2015 - 11.2024
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Cedar Lodge Nursing Home
04.2010 - 11.2014
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Westhampton Care Center
07.2000 - 02.2010
No Degree - Medical Billing
AACP
No Degree - Medical Coding
AAPC
No Degree - Medical Billing And Coding
Penn Foster
Applied Science/ Registered Nurse
Suffolk Community College
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