Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
Certification
Timeline
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Nicole Gephart

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience in clinical nursing, pediatric care, and prior authorizations. Proven ability to provide exceptional patient care, manage medical processes, and coordinate effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Seeking a position where my skills can contribute to improved outcomes and operational efficiency.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sortation Center Warehouse Associate

Amazon
01.2019 - Current
  • Manage the sorting and distribution of packages within a high-volume warehouse environment
  • Ensure the accuracy of shipments by scanning and labeling packages, while maintaining a high level of efficiency and productivity
  • Work collaboratively with team members to meet strict deadlines and maintain the flow of operations.

Prior Authorization Nurse

Gillette Children's Hospitals and Clinics
01.2013 - Current
  • Processed high cost medications for prior authorizations ensuring compliance with insurance requirements and facilitating timely approvals
  • Proficient with multiple commercial payers: MN, Medicaid and Medicare.
  • Communicate in a proactive, confidential manner with patients, providers and pharmacies.
  • Mentored new hires within the team, sharing expertise in navigating complex insurance guidelines and best practices for managing workflow efficiently.

Clinical Nurse

Gillette Children's Hospitals and Clinics
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Assisted with intake and provided educational discharge to patients
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic patient care and optimize health outcomes
  • Administered vaccines and monitored, prepared, and administered prescribed medications, ensuring accurate dosage and timely delivery, while educating patients and caregivers on proper medication use and side effects.

Field Nurse

Pediatric Home Service
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Provided in-home care for pediatric patients, ensuring their comfort and safety while following individualized care plans
  • Educated families on proper care techniques and helped them manage medical equipment
  • Responsible for the assembly and use of medical equipment including tracheostomy tubes, suction machines, infinity feeding pumps, trilogy and LTV 850 ventilators.

Education

AAS - Practical Nursing -

Rasmussen College
Bloomington, MN
05.2012

AA - Liberal Arts -

North Hennepin Community College
Brooklyn Park, MN
05.1996

Skills

  • Judgement and decision making
  • Critical thinking
  • Time Management
  • Detail Oriented
  • High level of productivity
  • Microsoft Suites

Hobbies and Interests

Passionate about healthcare innovation, community health initiatives, patient education, improving access to quality care, advocacy for underserved populations, advancements in pediatric care, wellness programs, and staying informed on the latest medical research and treatments.

Certification

  • Minnesota Licensed Practical Nurse

Timeline

Sortation Center Warehouse Associate

Amazon
01.2019 - Current

Prior Authorization Nurse

Gillette Children's Hospitals and Clinics
01.2013 - Current

Clinical Nurse

Gillette Children's Hospitals and Clinics
01.2012 - 01.2013

Field Nurse

Pediatric Home Service
01.2012 - 01.2013

AAS - Practical Nursing -

Rasmussen College

AA - Liberal Arts -

North Hennepin Community College
Nicole Gephart