Tanya VanOtteren
Spring Lake
Summary
A challenging registered nursing position that will allow me to expand my knowledge and experience while using my current skill set and abilities to benefit colleagues and those in my care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Endoscopy
Trinity Health
Muskegon
08.2022 - Current
- Assisted in patient preparation for endoscopic procedures.
- Monitored vital signs during and after procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians to ensure procedural efficiency.
- Maintained endoscopy equipment and ensured proper sterilization.
- Educated patients on post-procedure care and recovery.
- Provided pre-operative and post-operative patient education.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as biopsies for further evaluation of GI tract disorders.
- Managed emergency situations quickly and efficiently ensuring positive outcomes for the patient.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to streamline charge capture processes.
- Provided training and support to new analysts on charge entry protocols.
- Collaborated with other departments to streamline processes for submitting accurate charges quickly.
Telephone Triage Registered Nurse
Trinity Health
Muskegon
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Conducted thorough assessments of patient health concerns via telephone consultations.
- Provided guidance on symptom management and appropriate care options to patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure continuity of patient care and treatment plans.
- Documented patient interactions and recommendations in electronic health records accurately.
- Educated patients on preventive health measures and available community resources.
- Triaged calls based on urgency, directing patients to appropriate healthcare services promptly.
- Maintained compliance with healthcare regulations and organizational policies during interactions.
Registered Nurse
The Little Red House
Spring Lake
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment plans.
Clinical Care Coordinator
Comfort Keepers
01.2018 - 08.2018
- Perform home assessments
- Conducts weekly skills labs
- Initiation/coordination of client services
- Participates in caregiver evaluations
- Interface with community resources
- Private duty nursing home care
- Document in medical records with adherence to HIPAA regulations/guidelines
Registered Nurse-Clinic
Mercy Health Bear Creek Family Practice
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Phone triage and scheduling
- Assist providers with treatments and patient care
- Monitor vital signs
- Manage Quality Measures
- Assist providers with daily responsibilities
- Document in medical records with adherence to HIPAA regulations/guidelines
Charge Entry Specialist
Mercy Health
Muskegon
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Receives and reviews charge documents
- Ensures charge information is correct and accurate
- Enters charges in a timely manner in high volume setting
- Audit past charges and address errors
- Adhere to all company policies, procedures and rules
- Maintain strict confidentiality; adhere to all HIPAA regulations/guidelines
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Muskegon Community College
Muskegon, MI08-2016
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI08.1997
Skills
- Revenue cycle management
- Charge capture processes
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Patient education
- Telephone triage
- Patient assessment
- Documentation accuracy
- Collaborative teamwork
- Critical thinking
Academic Honors
- Phi Theta Kappa honor society
- Gamma Psi chapter of Alpha Delta Nu nursing honor society
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Endoscopy
Trinity Health
08.2022 - Current
Telephone Triage Registered Nurse
Trinity Health
08.2019 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse
The Little Red House
08.2018 - 08.2019
Clinical Care Coordinator
Comfort Keepers
01.2018 - 08.2018
Registered Nurse-Clinic
Mercy Health Bear Creek Family Practice
01.2017 - 01.2018
Charge Entry Specialist
Mercy Health
01.2014 - 01.2016
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Muskegon Community College
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Grand Valley State University