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Nicole Kennedy

Queen Creek,AZ

Summary

Detail-oriented and dedicated Trauma Registrar with 12 years of experience in managing trauma registry databases, ensuring data accuracy, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives. Proven ability to collaborate with clinical teams and maintain compliance with ACS standards.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Trauma Data Registrar

Mountain Vista Medical Center - Iasis / Steward
Mesa, AZ
10.2012 - Current

Maintains the Trauma Registry for designated trauma care facilities in accordance with current ACS (American College of Surgeons) guidelines. Performs as the data collector of trauma patients, by accurately tracking, collecting, abstracting and coding medical information from the patient medical record, trauma abstract form and patient financial information using ICD-ICD10, AIS (Abbreviated Injury Scale), ISS (Injury Severity Scores) and other appropriate coding schemes, which includes coding of patient injuries, etiology of injuries and procedures.

EKG Technician

Mountain Vista Medical Center - Iasis
MesA, AZ
02.2010 - 10.2012

Performed EKG tests on individuals spanning different age groups including neonatal and geriatric segments, within various healthcare contexts such as inpatient care, outpatient services and pre-operative assessments.

EKG / Respiratory Therapist

Mesa General Hospital - Iasis
MESA, AZ
02.2007 - 06.2009

Educated patients on correct application of respiratory devices such as oxygen therapy, ventilators, and aerosol therapy. Assisted physicians with intubations, bronchoscopies, thoracenteses and other procedures.

Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy

Apollo College
Mesa
05-2007

Skills

  • Proficient in trauma registry software (eg, NTDB, TQIP)
  • Strong analytical and data management skills
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
  • Expertise in ICD-10 and AIS coding
  • Attention to detail, commitment to quality and time management
  • Knowledge of medical terminology and trauma care

Certification

  • First Aid, CPR, AED Certification - American Heart Association.
  • Trauma Registry Course
  • ICD 10 Course
  • Abbreviated Injury Scale (AIS)

Timeline

Trauma Data Registrar

Mountain Vista Medical Center - Iasis / Steward
10.2012 - Current

EKG Technician

Mountain Vista Medical Center - Iasis
02.2010 - 10.2012

EKG / Respiratory Therapist

Mesa General Hospital - Iasis
02.2007 - 06.2009
  • First Aid, CPR, AED Certification - American Heart Association.
  • Trauma Registry Course
  • ICD 10 Course
  • Abbreviated Injury Scale (AIS)

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy

Apollo College
Nicole Kennedy