Regina Harper
Hayesville,NC
Summary
Dedicated health care professional with 13 years of experience in the medical field seeking a position as an Informatics Epidemiologist. Demonstrated success in public health project and team management, including epidemiology, and statistical analysis. . Results-driven and proactive with a diligent, responsive and resourceful nature.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Health Nurse/ Accreditation Specialist
Clay County Health Department
04.2018 - Current
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Increased vaccination rates within community through targeted campaigns and educational outreach efforts.
- Assessed and responded to individual and community health education needs.
- Educated public on disease prevention strategies through community presentations, workshops, and written materials.
- Designed educational materials used to inform policymakers and community stakeholders.
- Strengthened relationships with community partners by participating in collaborative events focused on improving local public health landscape.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Evaluated program effectiveness using data analysis techniques, ensuring continuous improvement of public health initiatives.
- Participated in grant writing activities securing funding for expanded programming serving vulnerable populations.
- Collected, organized and disseminated quality data from multiple sources.
- Monitored trends in communicable diseases for early identification of potential outbreaks or emerging issues affecting population's health status.
- Contributed to development of local policies aimed at addressing public health concerns such as substance abuse or communicable diseases.
- Reduced disease transmission through administering immunizations and providing education on infection prevention.
- Reviewed accreditation standards and evaluated compliance, identified challenges and proposed solutions.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Medical-Surgical Nurse
Union General Hospital
11.2016 - 07.2018
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds daily, advocating for optimal patient care and fostering strong relationships between nursing staff and other healthcare professionals.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
Certified Medical Assistant
Apple Medical Center
05.2009 - 06.2015
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
- Increased patient safety by meticulously following infection control protocols and maintaining sterile environment.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals for patient referrals, ensuring seamless transition and continuation of care.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
Education
Master in Public Health -
Liberty University
Lynchburg, Virginia12.2021
Bachelor of Science: Nursing -
Chamberlain University
Atlanta, Georgia08.2016
Certified Medical Assisting -
Chattahoochee Technical College
Jasper, Georgia05.2009
Skills
- Strong Medical Skills and Knowledge
- Chronic Disease Management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Experience with Billing and Coding
- Preventive health
- Program Management
- Medication and IV administration
- Immunization Administration
- Delegation and Motivation
- Data collection and management
- Qualitative and quantitative data analysis
- Community Outreach
- Disease Surveillance Knowledge
References
- Michelle Ledford, (828) 347-0358
- Christina Bradley, (828) 361-1158
- Cleda Anderson, (828) 557-4556
- Angie Booker, (706) 633-4142
Timeline
Public Health Nurse/ Accreditation Specialist
Clay County Health Department
04.2018 - Current
Medical-Surgical Nurse
Union General Hospital
11.2016 - 07.2018
Certified Medical Assistant
Apple Medical Center
05.2009 - 06.2015
Master in Public Health -
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science: Nursing -
Chamberlain University
Certified Medical Assisting -
Chattahoochee Technical College
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