Preema Patel
Summary
Registered Nurse with a strong foundation in pediatric and complex care and advanced exposure to health system operations through an administrative fellowship. Experienced in interdisciplinary collaboration, clinical documentation accuracy, and supporting care delivery improvements at the system level. Well-suited for roles that value both bedside experience and an understanding of how care processes impact patients and providers.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrative Fellow
Carle Health
Champaign, Illinois
06.2025 - Current
- Developed and executed standardized discharge-diagnosis templates across 27+ clinical areas, ensuring improved coding accuracy and streamlined documentation processes.
- Oversaw full-cycle recruitment for administrative fellowship, directing candidate sourcing, interview logistics, and implementing equitable evaluation methodologies.
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations of inpatient charts to identify missing clinical indicators, resolve coding discrepancies, and ensure medical necessity.
- Directed enterprise-wide call-pay review to enhance compensation equity and reduce unnecessary expenditures, involving 100+ directors and 53 departments.
- Streamlined onboarding processes for pediatrics, obstetrics, and NICU to support efficient provider integration and reduce delays.
- Established a comprehensive governance model for emerging technologies, integrating three regional review processes to enhance efficiency.
- Executed comprehensive healthcare equality index (HEI) survey for all 8 Carle hospitals to enhance compliance with HEI criteria and improve LGBTQ+ affirming care practices.
- Executed end-to-end workflow analyses to enhance patient access and reduce wait-time variability, resulting in actionable recommendations and a systemwide improvement plan.
- Developed mobile health workflows for blood pressure, skin cancer, and bone-density screenings, defining equipment requirements, staffing models, and documentation processes.
- Facilitated sustainability of RN-led programs by aligning Nurse Family Partnership and Healthy Beginnings services with newly approved CPT codes, enhancing billing accuracy and program viability.
- Directed comprehensive development of an international medical graduate program to enhance primary-care capacity in rural and underserved areas.
- Conducted comprehensive preceptor-pay analysis, benchmarking compensation models and reviewing service line variances to generate actionable policy recommendations aimed at achieving pay equity.
- Led planning and execution of a medical leadership retreat for more than 75 attendees in partnership with nursing operations and clinical education leaders, ensuring effective CME crediting and seamless logistics.
- Conducted comprehensive analysis of nursing retention and transition trends utilizing acuity and staffing data to inform workforce sustainability initiatives.
Registered Nurse
Hendricks Regional Health
Avon, Indiana
11.2024 - 06.2025
- Administered school health initiatives, aligning practices with state mandates, district guidelines, and organizational objectives.
- Maintained health records through diligent audits and electronic documentation systems to support regulatory compliance.
- Designed and implemented comprehensive care plans and accommodations for students with ongoing needs to enhance educational support and outcomes.
- Implemented health education and wellness strategies to support preventive care initiatives and strengthen community resource engagement.
- Utilized effective communication and prioritization strategies to address challenges in fast-paced, high-pressure settings.
- Administered first aid and medication to students, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Conducted health screenings, identifying potential issues and recommending further evaluation.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to address student health needs and concerns effectively.
Registered Nurse
Interim Healthcare
Indianapolis, Indiana
01.2024 - 06.2025
- Managed implementation of school health programs to maintain compliance with state mandates and educational standards.
- Performed detailed reviews of health records and immunization statuses to uphold accuracy and support student health initiatives.
- Executed triage and first aid in response to medical situations, ensuring effective care coordination as required.
- Developed and communicated comprehensive health guidance focused on prevention, nutrition, and hygiene for students, staff, and families.
- Coordinated efforts with teachers, administrators, families, and external providers to enhance support systems for students managing ongoing health issues.
- Promoted wellness programs across the school and established connections between families and local support services.
- Excelled in managing multiple priorities while ensuring clear communication and a calm demeanor in a dynamic educational setting.
- Administered medications following strict protocols to uphold patient safety and maintain comprehensive EHR records.
Registered Nurse
St. Coletta of Greater Washington
District of Columbia
10.2021 - 12.2023
- Led daily medication administration and oversight of medical and medication records for patients with congenital, medically complex conditions.
- Managed collection, verification, and compliance tracking of required health documentation (immunizations, physicals, dental exams).
- Conducted and documented intake interviews for new and prospective patients with complex care needs.
- Oversaw complex daily care requirements, including tracheostomy and enteral feeding support, and coordinated emergency response protocols.
- Developed and maintained individualized emergency care plans for patients with lifelong or high-risk medical conditions.
- Coordinated physician orders, served as primary liaison with providers, and guided families through required medical documentation.
- Advocated for patients and families, ensuring clear communication across caregivers, physicians, and school staff.
- Led training for teachers and staff on specialized care procedures, medication administration, and emergency response.
- Supported implementation and adoption of a new EMR system to improve documentation accuracy and continuity of care.
NICU (Level IV) RN
IU Health Riley Hospital for Children
Indianapolis, Indiana
11.2020 - 09.2021
- Identify the needs and problems of neonates through clinical observation and physical assessment.
- Act as a patient advocate, assess patient status and demonstrate assessment, critical thinking, delegation, and multi-tasking.
- Manage patients with oxygen therapy including CPAP, NIPPV, BIPAP, Tracheostomy, and nasal cannula.
- Manage patients with cardiac monitoring, pulse oximetry, med amin, cardiac anomalies, omphalocele, low birthweight, feeding intolerance, meconium aspiration, withdrawal.
- Ensure accurate documentation and records are kept safe.
Pediatric Operating Room
IU Health Riley Hospital for Children
Indianapolis, Indiana
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Provide care to patient before and during surgery.
- Circulating the operating room to ensure a smooth operation.
- Assist surgical team as an surgical scrub.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Benedictine University
Lisle, Illinois12.2024
Master of Public Health - undefined
Benedictine University
Lisle, Illinois12.2024
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Indiana University, School of Nursing
Bloomington, Indiana12.2019
Bachelor of Science in Applied Health Science - Human Development and Family Studies, Psychology and Health Studies
Indiana University, School of Public Health
Bloomington, Indiana05.2018
Skills
- Clinical Assessment & Judgment
- Medical Necessity Review
- Clinical Documentation & Chart Review
- Care Coordination & Case Management
- Regulatory & Compliance Awareness
- Managed Care & Population Health
- Quality Improvement & Risk Management
- Denial Prevention & Documentation Accuracy
- Interdisciplinary Provider Collaboration
- Member, Family, & Stakeholder Communication
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- EMR Systems & Documentation Integrity
- Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Certification
- District of Columbia RN License (RN200003926)
- Registered Nurse Compact License (28258439C)
- Registered Nurse License (28258439A)
Languages
Proficient in Gujarati and Hindi
Timeline
Administrative Fellow
Carle Health
06.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Hendricks Regional Health
11.2024 - 06.2025
Registered Nurse
Interim Healthcare
01.2024 - 06.2025
Registered Nurse
St. Coletta of Greater Washington
10.2021 - 12.2023
NICU (Level IV) RN
IU Health Riley Hospital for Children
11.2020 - 09.2021
Pediatric Operating Room
IU Health Riley Hospital for Children
08.2020 - 11.2020
Master of Public Health - undefined
Benedictine University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Indiana University, School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Applied Health Science - Human Development and Family Studies, Psychology and Health Studies
Indiana University, School of Public Health
Master of Business Administration -
Benedictine University