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STACY Polk

Summary

Experienced with coordinating patient records, scheduling, and communication within healthcare units. Utilizes strong organizational and multitasking skills to support medical staff and streamline operations. Track record of maintaining accurate patient information and ensuring efficient unit operations.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Health Unit Coordinator

Baylor Scott& White Fort Worth
08.2022 - Current

Unit Secretarial Duties, Input Orders, Answer Phone, and Call Lights, Make Copies and Admit patients other Secretarial Duties.

  • Assembled and maintained patient medical records and other documents related to patient care.
  • Enhanced communication between medical staff by promptly answering phone calls, relaying messages, and responding to inquiries.
  • Assisted with processing patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
  • Increased efficiency in the workplace by training new Health Unit Coordinators on policies, procedures, and software applications.
  • Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail under pressure in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
  • Ensured patient safety through strict adherence to HIPAA regulations and maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Helped troubleshoot equipment failures such as call system, portable phones, WOWs and other unit devices.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing patient concerns with empathy and professionalism.
  • Contributed to a welcoming environment for patients and their families as the first point of contact at the health unit''s reception desk.
  • Entered work orders into computer system for appropriate departments regarding maintenance issues and biomed needs.
  • Provided concierge service to assist patients and families and direct them to available resources.
  • Ordered supplies proactively to ensure adequate stock levels were maintained at all times within the health unit.
  • Maintained accurate patient records through diligent data entry and timely updates in the electronic health record system.
  • Served as an integral part of the health unit by willingly taking on additional responsibilities as needed, demonstrating adaptability and teamwork.
  • Coordinated successful discharges from the facility by liaising with other departments and ensuring necessary paperwork was completed promptly.

Infant and Toddler Teacher

Arkansas Early Learning
03.2016 - 07.2022
  • Managed classroom materials effectively, ensuring a clean, organized space conducive to learning at all times.
  • Provided support during transitions between classrooms or activities, ensuring smooth adjustments for young children.
  • Increased parent involvement in children''s education by maintaining open communication and providing regular updates on child progress.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
  • Maintained a safe and nurturing environment by adhering to state regulations and implementing consistent routines for care.
  • Improved overall classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and establishing clear expectations for behavior.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
  • Contributed to team meetings focused on enhancing program quality through continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Integrated sensory experiences into daily routine to enhance cognitive exploration opportunities for young learners.
  • Promoted early literacy development through storytelling, songs, and guided reading activities.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop a comprehensive curriculum that addressed all developmental domains for infants and toddlers.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating play-based and age-appropriate activities into daily lesson plans.
  • Assisted in the assessment of student progress through observation, documentation, and targeted interventions when needed.
  • Communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, conferences, and direct personal communication.
  • Encouraged social-emotional growth through interactive games, role-playing scenarios, and group activities.
  • Supported individualized learning needs by adapting teaching methods to suit various learning styles and abilities.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, fostering trust and collaboration in supporting their child''s development.
  • Coordinated special events such as field trips or family engagement days to strengthen bonds within the school community.
  • Implemented creative art projects that stimulated fine motor skill development while also allowing for personal expression among students.
  • Facilitated healthy habits by promoting proper hygiene practices like handwashing throughout the day.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
  • Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
  • Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.

911 OPERATOR/ JAILER

Cross County Sheriff's Office
10.2014 - 01.2016
  • Provided life-saving assistance through timely delivery of pre-arrival instructions to callers in medical emergencies.
  • Continuously updated knowledge of local geography, enabling efficient routing of emergency personnel to incident locations.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on industry best practices and emerging technologies.
  • Utilized advanced computer-aided dispatch systems for accurate call processing and information dissemination to responding units.
  • Maintained accurate records of all emergency calls, ensuring proper documentation for future reference and analysis.
  • Contributed to team success by consistently meeting performance metrics in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
  • Increased caller satisfaction with empathetic listening and effective problem-solving skills.
  • Maintained a calm, professional demeanor in high-stress situations, providing reassurance to callers while efficiently addressing their needs.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement agencies for coordinated response efforts during criminal incidents or investigations.
  • Assisted in the development of training materials for new 911 operators, promoting consistent quality standards across the team.
  • Routed calls to police, fire, and ambulance service to meet individual call needs.
  • Received public emergency and non-emergency calls and supervised response prioritization in order to effectively dispatch official units such as police, fire, and EMS while tracking data in real-time environments.
  • Conducted thorough searches of cells, common areas, and visitors'' belongings according to established security procedures preventing contraband entry into the jail facility.
  • Documented prisoner identification, charges and inmate disturbance incidents.
  • Reduced inmate altercations through effective communication and conflict resolution strategies.
  • Monitored surveillance equipment regularly to identify potential safety hazards or violations within the facility.
  • Exercised restraint when necessary while maintaining respect for individual rights during arrestee bookings or disciplinary actions against inmates.

Health Unit Coordinator

Kindred Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2014 - 09.2014
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Enhanced communication between medical staff by promptly answering phone calls, relaying messages, and responding to inquiries.
  • Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks, contributing to a well-organized and efficient unit environment.
  • Assembled and maintained patient medical records and other documents related to patient care.
  • Ensured patient safety through strict adherence to HIPAA regulations and maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Responded to patient call lights to expedite appropriate follow-through.
  • Contributed to a welcoming environment for patients and their families as the first point of contact at the health unit''s reception desk.
  • Provided concierge service to assist patients and families and direct them to available resources.

CNA

Baylor All Saints Hospital
03.2008 - 07.2014
  • Patient Care, Vital Signs, Monitor Glucose Testing, Charting, Weights, D/C IV and Foley, Assist Nurses and Physicians, Patient Transport, EKG, Stress Test, Unit Secretarial Duties, Input Orders, Answer Phone, and Call Lights, Make Copies and Admit patients other Secretarial Duties.

CNA

Arlington Memorial Hospital
05.2005 - 08.2008
  • Patient Care, Vital Signs, Monitor Glucose Testing, Charting, Weights, D/C IV and Foley, Assist Nurses and Physicians, Patient Transport, EKG, Stress Test, Unit Secretarial Duties, Input Orders, Answer Phone, and Call Lights, Make Copies and Admit patients other Secretarial Duties.

CNA

ST. Bernard Hospital
06.2002 - 02.2005
  • Patient Care, Vital Signs, Monitor Glucose Testing, Charting, Weights, D/C IV and Foley, Assist Nurses and Physicians, Patient Transport, EKG, Stress Test, Unit Secretarial Duties, Input Orders, Answer Phone, and Call Lights, Make Copies and Admit patients other Secretarial Duties.

Education

No Degree - MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING / HEALTH INFORMATION

CCI Training Center
Arlington, Texas
12.2013

High School Diploma -

Wynne High School
Wynne, Arkansas
05.1989

Skills

  • HIPAA compliance
  • Effective communication skills
  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office software
  • Basic anatomical and physiological concepts
  • Business Communication skills
  • Timely scheduling proficiency
  • Critical thinking
  • Records management
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Patient registration
  • Supply restocking
  • Medical records management
  • Healthcare software
  • Order transcription
  • Chart assembly
  • Emergency response support
  • Inventory and restocking
  • Patient relations
  • Health information systems
  • Process implementation

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Health Unit Coordinator

Baylor Scott& White Fort Worth
08.2022 - Current

Infant and Toddler Teacher

Arkansas Early Learning
03.2016 - 07.2022

911 OPERATOR/ JAILER

Cross County Sheriff's Office
10.2014 - 01.2016

Health Unit Coordinator

Kindred Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2014 - 09.2014

CNA

Baylor All Saints Hospital
03.2008 - 07.2014

CNA

Arlington Memorial Hospital
05.2005 - 08.2008

CNA

ST. Bernard Hospital
06.2002 - 02.2005

No Degree - MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING / HEALTH INFORMATION

CCI Training Center

High School Diploma -

Wynne High School