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Raquel Guise

Brandon,MS

Summary

Experienced Licensed Nursing Home Administrator with a passion for providing exceptional care to patients and fostering a positive work environment for staff. Seeking a dynamic role within a reputable facility known for its commitment to both patient well-being and employee satisfaction. Eager to contribute skills and expertise to an organization that values growth, development, and long-term success.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Riverview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
05.2024 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Work effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Assist with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Manage time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Supervise department managers and oversee daily facility operations.

  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Jefferson County Nursing Home
10.2022 - 05.2024
  • Coordinated and hold daily morning meetings with all staff within the 180-bed long term, skilled nursing facility
  • Completed daily audits to improve the effectiveness of the money operations within the unit
  • Reported all incidents to the State of Mississippi; educate staff members on proper safety guidelines to prevent and reduce injuries
  • Interview highly skilled interviewees for all positions within the facility; ensure proper onboarding and training of all personnel hired
  • Worked closely with operations, case management, intake, and other personnel to manage billing, contracting, and provider credentialing issues

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Manhattan Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
06.2022 - 10.2022
  • Coordinated and hold daily morning meetings with all staff within the 180-bed long term, skilled nursing facility
  • Completed daily audits to improve the effectiveness of the money operations within the unit
  • Reported all incidents to the State of Mississippi; educate staff members on proper safety guidelines to prevent and reduce injuries
  • Interview highly skilled interviewees for all positions within the facility; ensure proper onboarding and training of all personnel hired
  • Worked closely with operations, case management, intake, and other personnel to manage billing, contracting, and provider credentialing issues

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Arbor Walk Nursing Facility
06.2021 - 06.2022
  • Coordinated and hold daily morning meetings with all staff within the 60-bed long term, skilled nursing facility
  • Completed daily audits to improve the effectiveness of the money operations within the unit
  • Reported all incidents to the State of Mississippi; educate staff members on proper safety guidelines to prevent and reduce injuries
  • Interview highly skilled interviewees for all positions within the facility; ensure proper onboarding and training of all personnel hired
  • Worked closely with operations, case management, intake, and other personnel to manage billing, contracting, and provider credentialing issues

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Laurelwood Community Living Center
08.2020 - 06.2021
  • Managed billing for residents and analyzed and planned budget proposals
  • Planned and directed operations of the nursing home based on federal guidelines and policies established by the owner of the establishment
  • Supervised all staff within the 120-bed long term, skilled nursing facility
  • Monitored and maintained appropriate standards of care throughout all departments
  • Researched and analyzed the insurance industry activities, payer strategy, healthcare reform and participated in legislative committee meetings to gain insight on potential state and federal impacts

Assistant Administrator

Highland Home Nursing Center
10.2018 - 08.2020
  • Complied with all regulations and policing, including HIPAA, infection control, safety, OSHA, and other applicable agencies
  • Collaborated with other healthcare facilities and community leaders on initiatives to promote and improve the patient’s health
  • Completed all tasks assigned by the nursing home administrator in a timely and effective manner
  • Developed and implemented clinical programs within the facility to ensure accurate, effective, and cost-effective care to each resident
  • Improved and developed procedures to certify that nursing home staff effectively treated and cared for each individual patient while complying with HIPAA guidelines

Office Manager

Endura Acute Care Services
03.2018 - 10.2019
  • Maintained and oversaw day to day operations, including the longevity of the clinic
  • Scheduled and guided the workflow of employees in accordance with the needs of patients
  • Effectively trained and supervised all scheduled employees
  • Served as the primary point of contact for payments and contracting concerns
  • Worked with other members of leadership to plan for development and improvements within the facility

Verification Specialist & Collections

Advanced Infusion Solutions
08.2017 - 03.2018
  • Verified whether a patient’s benefits covered the required procedure
  • Served as a liaison between patients and insurance companies while verifying patient’s coverage under each specific insurance plan
  • Educated patients on their insurance coverage, copayments, and effective date(s)
  • Obtained pre-authorizations
  • Collected payments from patients for collection accounts, copayments, and all other services rendered

Claims Associate

United Healthcare
08.2016 - 08.2017
  • Operated efficiently in dynamic settings to handle substantial claim volumes.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations, ensuring compliance in all aspects of claims handling.
  • Improved team performance by providing ongoing training and support for Claims Associates on best practices and procedures.
  • Managed high-volume claim caseloads, ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to company policies.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries promptly and resolving issues professionally.

Resolving Analyst

United Healthcare
05.2014 - 08.2016
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
  • Improved internal knowledge sharing by developing comprehensive documentation outlining standard operating procedures for various tasks.
  • Enhanced team collaboration by providing clear communication of complex findings through visualizations and reports.
  • Implemented predictive analytics techniques that enabled proactive adjustments to business strategies based on emerging trends.

Education

M.S. - Healthcare Administration

Belhaven University
05.2021

B.S. - Healthcare Administration

Jackson State University
05.2019

Skills

  • Accounts Payable
  • Billing
  • CPT
  • Data Entry
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • ICD-9 & ICD-10
  • Medical Records
  • Office Management
  • Patient Care & Advocacy
  • Payroll

Certification

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator Aug. 2020 – Present

Timeline

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Riverview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
05.2024 - Current

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Jefferson County Nursing Home
10.2022 - 05.2024

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Manhattan Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
06.2022 - 10.2022

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Arbor Walk Nursing Facility
06.2021 - 06.2022

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Laurelwood Community Living Center
08.2020 - 06.2021

Assistant Administrator

Highland Home Nursing Center
10.2018 - 08.2020

Office Manager

Endura Acute Care Services
03.2018 - 10.2019

Verification Specialist & Collections

Advanced Infusion Solutions
08.2017 - 03.2018

Claims Associate

United Healthcare
08.2016 - 08.2017

Resolving Analyst

United Healthcare
05.2014 - 08.2016

M.S. - Healthcare Administration

Belhaven University

B.S. - Healthcare Administration

Jackson State University
Raquel Guise