TERRI SAARI

Work History

Aspirus Health

05.2007 - 01.2013

Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.

Aspirus Health

01.2013 - 01.2016

Assisted in optimizing health information systems throughout company by demonstrating advanced knowledge of clinical processes and supporting technology.
Provided guidance in development, implementation and maintenance of company clinical information system.
Supported corporate objectives and applied team feedback to develop and implement information system strategy.
Provided guidance for cross-departmental clinical improvements.
Liaised between providers and IT team to inform management and facilitate project completion.
Integrated decision support, clinical pathways and best practices into health information technology to enhance delivery of care and workflows.
Influenced care outcomes by implementing improvements and optimizing health information technology.
Served as liaison between end-users and health IT team.

Aspirus Health

01.2016 - 01.2020

Duties included medical billing and coding
Used company software and databases to maintain records of services performed and patient conditions.
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Supported patient care excellence via planning and interpretation of programs.
Completed resident assessments in accordance with current regulations and guidelines.
Updated policies and procedures, leading continuous improvement of resident assessments and care.
Determined need for special assessment activities for complex cases, effectively handling care plans.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.

Aspirus Health

01.2019 - 01.2020

Med/surg and Emergency room
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.

Superior In Home Care LLC

01.2021 - 01.2023

Managed day-to-day business operations.
Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
Established foundational processes for business operations.
Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.