Knowledgeable Certified Professional Coder (CPC-A) with background in health unit coordination and history of effectively managing patient records and departmental communications. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through proactive problem-solving and effective communication with medical staff. Demonstrated proficiency in patient scheduling and electronic health record management.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Unit Coordinator
Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Maintained accurate patient records through diligent data entry and timely updates in the EMR (EPIC systems).
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.
Ensured patient safety through strict adherence to HIPAA regulations and maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail under pressure in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks, contributing to a well-organized and efficient unit environment.
Increased efficiency in the workplace by training new Health Unit Coordinators on policies, procedures, and software applications.
Patient Care Technician /Health Unit Coordinator- Surgical Trauma ICU
Baylor Scott and White Temple
12.2019 - 02.2022
Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
Maintained strong knowledge of medical terminology and procedures.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
Skilled in communicating during difficult, tense, or sensitive circumstances.
Enhanced communication between medical staff by promptly answering phone calls, relaying messages, and responding to inquiries.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Assembled and maintained patient medical records and other documents related to patient care.
Childrens' Ministry Director
Greater Nashville Church
07.2018 - 09.2019
Created and maintained safe and nurturing environment for children.
Recruited and trained volunteers and staff in care of children and facility procedures.
Maintaining supplies, equipment and organization of classrooms
Serving as a liaison to church leadership and staff to communicate needs of children and families
Organizing events
Creating documents and systems to support the needs and education of the Children's Ministry Volunteers
Care Partner/CNA
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
06.2014 - 08.2016
Assisted with the delivery of safe and efficient patient care and maintenance of the unit under the supervision of a licensed nurse
Served as a liaison for communication and education of patient and family needs
Supported unit operations by maintaining supplies, equipment and unit environmental standards
Assisted with day to day delivery of patient care by:
Checking vital signs
Helping patients with activities of daily life (ADL): bathing, grooming, feeding, dressing, walking, and toileting
Documenting all care
Making beds
Cleaning and sanitizing rooms
Performing post-mortem care, if needed
Assisted 10-12 cardiology patients daily
Education
High School Diploma -
Northeast High School
Clarksville, TN
Skills
Epic systems
CPT,HCPCS and ICD-10 coding
Professionalism and ethics
Critical thinking
Microsoft Office Applications
Data Entry
EMR updating
HIPAA compliance
Anatomy and Physiology proficiency
Medical terminology and precedure proficiency
CPR/BLS certified
Department collaboration
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
CPC AAPC 2024
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Health Unit Coordinator
Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician /Health Unit Coordinator- Surgical Trauma ICU
Baylor Scott and White Temple
12.2019 - 02.2022
Childrens' Ministry Director
Greater Nashville Church
07.2018 - 09.2019
Care Partner/CNA
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
06.2014 - 08.2016
CPC AAPC 2024
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
High School Diploma -
Northeast High School
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