Sherlyne Akuku
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Compliance professional with over 8 year of hands-on experience in the healthcare sector, specializing in regulatory affairs, compliance, and privacy. Proven track record in assisting with the maintenance and enhancement of Compliance Programs, responding effectively to regulatory inquiries, and implementing robust compliance strategies with a keen understanding of HIPAA and state-specific healthcare regulations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Compliance Analyst
UNC Health
02.2019 - 11.2023
- Monitored and analyzed over 200 legislative documents, providing timely updates to key stakeholders, which aided in proactive strategy adjustments.
- Assisted in the development of 10+ compliance policies and procedures, leading to a 60% reduction in compliance-related incidents.
- Initiated ongoing compliance monitoring activities, resulting in a continuous improvement cycle and a 25% reduction in compliance-related issues.
- Directed the implementation of Compliance Committee policies, ensuring 100% adherence to decisions and timely execution of action plans.
Compliance Analyst
ECU Health
01.2015 - 11.2018
- Led a cross-functional team in a high-profile project, resulting in the successful implementation of a new compliance software, reducing reporting errors by 25%.
- Developed a comprehensive compliance reporting system that improved reporting accuracy by 30% and reduced the time required for regulatory filings by 20%.
- Implemented a new auditing process that increased detection of compliance discrepancies by 40%, significantly reducing the risk of regulatory violations.
- Successfully responded to over 100 external requests for regulatory filings, maintaining 100% accuracy and timeliness, thereby enhancing the organization’s reputation with regulatory bodies.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
Johnston Community College
Smithfield, NCBachelor of Science - Computer And Information Systems Security
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro, NCSkills
- Proficiency in maintaining and developing compliance programs, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards
- Skilled in interpreting and applying state and federal regulations, particularly in healthcare
- Competent in identifying, analyzing, and resolving compliance-related issues
- Working knowledge of HIPAA and state regulations, particularly in the healthcare sector
Timeline
Compliance Analyst
UNC Health
02.2019 - 11.2023
Compliance Analyst
ECU Health
01.2015 - 11.2018
Associate of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
Johnston Community College
Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Systems Security
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
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