Strategic-thinking and experienced clinical director with a proven track record in effectively managing personnel, clients, budgets, vendors, and regulatory compliance. Analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leadership, motivation, customer relations, and relationship-building. Proficient in independent decision-making and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring, and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and performance. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings to drive excellence throughout all operations.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DIRECTOR, CLINICAL SERVICES
ZELIS HEALTHCARE, INC
01.2021 - Current
Accountable for Precertification, Utilization Review, Case Management, and Disease Management programs oversight, growth, and development.
Responsible for client strategy to capitalize on revenue opportunities for clinical services products.
Responsible for developing and maintaining healthy business partnerships with program clients.
Boosted client satisfaction rates by 30% through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.
Developed sales collateral to drive sales of clinical services products.
Increased YOY sales by 10% of clinical services products.
Responsible for all program regulatory, compliance, and accreditation.
Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
Developed and implemented best practices, training, quality audits, KPIs, MITs, performance metric implementation, and best practices development.
Enhanced team collaboration through regular quarterly communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
Managed all clinical services vendors to optimize contracts, revenue, and quality.
Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors for reduced costs and improved service quality.
Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
DIRECTOR, MEDICAL MANAGEMENT
GROUP & PENSION ADMINISTRATORS, INC
01.2009 - 01.2021
Consecutive promotions are based upon consistent superior performance.
Accountable for 130+ staff combined with program development implementation and ongoing client strategy application.
Strategic leader of multidisciplinary clinical programs, including Wellness, Disease Management, Utilization Management, Case Management, Prior Authorization, and Specialty Pharmacy.
Developed award-winning Nurse Navigator Patient Concierge Reference Based Pricing Call Center using data-driven strategies.
Spearheaded successful product launches that resulted in increased brand visibility and customer acquisition.
Increased revenue by growing Nurse Navigator Patient Concierge from 1% to 98% (≈100K employees) of all clients with Reference Based Pricing.
Collaborated with technical team to build and implement new automations in medical management software resulting in $40K cost reduction over 12 months.
Established specialized programs including ER Reduction, Opioid Reduction, Adolescent Mental Health, and Accelerated Diabetes Management Program with cellular technology.
Pioneered adoption of sustainable practices, leading to industry recognition and awards.
Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
Collaborated with organizational executive leadership to strategically affect direction of operations.
Implemented customer service protocols resulting in 30% increase in customer satisfaction and 10% increase in client retention.
Partnered with Implementation to perfect new client experience.
Led successful projects including collaborating with technology vendors to develop, build, test, train & implement updated clinical software platforms.
Developed and delivered training, quality audits, performance metric implementation, and policy & procedure development.
Provide performance reviews with action plans, hiring, and termination decisions.
Expert knowledge of Reference Based Pricing Model.
Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development.
Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep the department aligned with sales and profit targets.
RN CASE MANAGER
REGENCY HOSPITAL
01.2007 - 01.2009
Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
Performed medical necessity reviews using clinical guidelines for funding sources, including uninsured, commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid, with proactive discharge planning to optimize length of stay.
Coordinated care conferences with patients, family, treating physicians, and interdisciplinary care teams to achieve ideal patient outcomes.
Enhanced patient care by developing comprehensive care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective case management and patient education on self-care techniques.
ONSITE NURSE PROGRAM REGIONAL MANAGER
UNITED HEALTHCARE
01.2006 - 01.2007
Managed Onsite Nurse teams performing Utilization Review and Discharge Planning across multiple states for commercial and managed Medicare products.
Implemented policy and procedures, and conducted recruitment, retention, and performance reviews.
Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
RN DISCHARGE PLANNER
BAYLOR ALL SAINTS HOSPITAL
01.2004 - 01.2006
Performed Utilization Review and Complex Discharge Planning for payer funding sources, including uninsured, commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid.
Proficient in MCG and InterQual evidence based clinical guideline criteria.
Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
Managed complex patients, ensuring optimal discharge plans were executed effectively optimizing patient outcomes while decreasing readmissions.
Improved patient satisfaction by carefully evaluating patient needs and developing personalized discharge plans.
RN NURSE SUPERVISOR
AETNA
01.2000 - 01.2004
Managed RN staff performing Utilization Management, Onsite Review, Case Management, and Discharge Planning.
Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
Implemented policy and procedures, coaching, auditing, recruitment, retention, and performance reviews.
Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - NURSING
The University of Texas
Arlington, TX
08.2024
Associate of Science - NURSING
Washtenaw College
Ann Arbor, MI
10.1996
Skills
Budget Oversight
Case/Utilization Management
Client Strategy
Evidence-Based Criteria (MCG & InterQual) Expert
Marketing Initiatives
New Product Development & Implementation Quality Improvement
Service Line Growth
URAC Accreditation Expert
Accomplishments & Awards
Zelis IMPACT Award | 2022
Decision Health Platinum Award Engagement & Education for Nurse Navigator and Wellness | 2017
Pat McGreevy Leadership Excellence Award | 2015
Nurse Navigator Doyle Award Finalist for Innovation in Healthcare & Speaker at Client Forum | 2014
Aetna Professional Achievement Award | 2002
Organizational Affiliations
URAC Accreditation Committee National Member
Self-Insurance Institute of America, Inc. (SIIA)
Health Care Administrators Association (HCAA)
Free Market Medical Association (FMMA)
Society of Professional Benefit Administrators (SBMA)
Case Management Society of America (CMSA)
Health Rosetta
Certification
Certified Case Manager, Commission for Case Management Certification - Expires 5/31/25
Licensed Registered Nurse State of Texas Compact License - 1/31/25
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