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Sunny Russ

Bradenton,FL

Summary

Accomplished healthcare professional with a proven track record at Lung Associates, excelling in patient coordination and insurance verification. Demonstrates exceptional multitasking and organizational skills, ensuring data integrity and efficient patient scheduling. Enhanced patient care quality through meticulous attention to medical terminology and HIPAA regulations.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

New Patient Referral Coordinator

Lung Associates
09.2022 - Current
  • Managed a high volume of new patient referrals, prioritizing urgent cases and maintaining organized records.
  • Conducted regular audits of referral files, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.
  • Responded to patient inquiries to offer timely updates regarding referral status.
  • Called insurance companies to get precertification and other benefits information on behalf of patients.
  • Assisted with completion of referral forms and verified data accuracy and completion
  • Maintained accurate records on in-progress and completed referrals, ensuring full data integrity throughout process.

Patient Registration Representative

Center For Sight
01.2019 - 08.2022
  • Gathered demographic and insurance information to register patients for medical appointments.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in handling high-volume periods while maintaining a calm demeanor, resulting in efficient service delivery during peak hours.
  • Secured patient privacy by learning and following HIPAA regulations to keep organization compliant with relevant laws.
  • Collected payments and co-pays from customers using large variety of insurance programs, adjusting amounts based on specific plan directives.
  • Prepared daily reports on registration activity, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of data shared with management for operational decision-making purposes.

Home Health Nurse

Marga Duckworth
04.2008 - 12.2018
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Delivered high-quality in-home nursing services, maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
  • Identified early warning signs of patient deterioration or complications, promptly notifying physicians to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.

Certified Nursing Assistant

DeSoto Palms
02.1993 - 12.2006
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.

Education

High School Diploma -

Riverview High School
Sarasota, FL
06.1993

CNA - Nursing Assistance

Red Cross
Bradenton, FL
06.1992

Skills

  • Healthcare industry understanding
  • Insurance Verification
  • Data entry proficiency
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Pre-authorizations
  • HIPAA Regulations
  • Patient Scheduling
  • Multitasking and Organization

Timeline

New Patient Referral Coordinator

Lung Associates
09.2022 - Current

Patient Registration Representative

Center For Sight
01.2019 - 08.2022

Home Health Nurse

Marga Duckworth
04.2008 - 12.2018

Certified Nursing Assistant

DeSoto Palms
02.1993 - 12.2006

High School Diploma -

Riverview High School

CNA - Nursing Assistance

Red Cross

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