Trina Gray
Mexia,TX
Summary
Dedicated authorization specialist recognized for exceptional interpersonal communication and time management skills. Committed to providing emotional support while educating families on the donation process and collaborating with healthcare teams to achieve optimal outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Tissue Donation Screening/Authorization Specialist
UTSW Medical Center
Dallas, TX
04.2015 - Current
- Communicated with healthcare providers and families regarding authorization requirements.
- Approaching families and educating them on the donation process.
- Provided emotional support to clients navigating grief and loss situations.
- Reviewed authorization requests for accuracy and completeness.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
Registered Nurse
Limestone Medical Center
Groesbeck, Texas
08.2005 - 02.2021
- Provided direct patient care in a fast-paced medical surgical unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and recovery processes.
- Documented patient assessments and interventions in electronic health records accurately.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices in patient care.
- Managed patient flow and prioritized critical cases during high-volume shifts.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment for patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood transfusions and other treatments according to physician orders.
- Provided patient education on disease processes, medications, treatment plans, diet and lifestyle modifications.
- Assessed patients for signs and symptoms of medical conditions and reported changes to physicians.
- Cared expertly for individuals with wide array of medical issues such as pulmonary, cardiology and infectious disease patients.
- Performed wound care including dressing changes, debridement and irrigation; monitored healing progress.
- Documented patient care services by charting in electronic records system in accordance with guidelines.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on quality patient care.
- Demonstrated high degree of confidentiality, positive interpersonal skills and adaptability in fast-paced and unpredictable medical environment.
- Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
Respiratory Therapist
Fairfield Medical Center
Fairfield, Texas
03.2009 - 11.2014
- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory health and treatment options.
- Operated and maintained ventilators and other respiratory equipment effectively.
- Documented patient interactions and therapy outcomes in electronic records systems.
- Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Identified high risk situations such as airway obstruction or inadequate ventilation and took appropriate action.
- Assisted in training new hires on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing and sleep studies.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
McLennan Community College
Waco, TX06-2004
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Respiratory Therapist
McLennan Community College
Waco, TX06-1999
Skills
- Authorization processes
- Electronic health records
- Patient education
- Customer relationship management
- Team collaboration
- Interpersonal communication
- Time management
- HIPAA compliance
- Effective communication skills
Timeline
Tissue Donation Screening/Authorization Specialist
UTSW Medical Center
04.2015 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Fairfield Medical Center
03.2009 - 11.2014
Registered Nurse
Limestone Medical Center
08.2005 - 02.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
McLennan Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Respiratory Therapist
McLennan Community College