Vanessa Yzquierdo
Baytown,TX
Summary
Dedicated and hardworking Registered Nurse with a background in case management and utilization management. Skilled in medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and implementing nursing practices. Seeking a position to apply expertise in a dynamic and supportive work environment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Treatment Nurse
Focused Care Cedar Bayou
10.2024 - Current
- Managed inventory of wound care supplies, guaranteeing availability of necessary materials for effective treatments.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging wound care techniques, ensuring high-quality patient care.
- Enhanced patients'' comfort levels by addressing individual needs and preferences during treatments.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
RN Case Manager
East Houston Medical Center
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Advocated for patients rights and ensured that they received appropriate medical services in a timely manner
- Liaised between healthcare providers, insurance companies, and community resources to facilitate seamless transitions in care settings
- Closely monitored utilization of healthcare resources to ensure cost-effective delivery of services while maintaining quality standards
- Served as a resource for staff members regarding best practices in case management principles and procedures
- Participated in multidisciplinary meetings to discuss complex cases, share knowledge, and collaborate on effective interventions
- Collaborated with insurance companies to obtain prior authorizations for necessary treatments or procedures ensuring timely access to care
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills when working with diverse populations including individuals with complex medical and social needs
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to identify opportunities for process improvement, implementing changes that enhanced efficiency and quality of care
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to assess complex situations, prioritize tasks, and make informed decisions regarding patient care
Medical Receptionist
Dr. Kashif Ansari
05.2007 - 04.2010
- Managed front desk operations, including greeting patients, scheduling appointments, and answering phone calls
- Verified patient insurance information and collected co-pays and payments for services rendered
- Maintained accurate electronic medical records (EMR) by updating patient demographics and medical history
- Scheduled laboratory tests, radiology exams, and specialist appointments as per physician orders
- Effectively communicated with healthcare providers to ensure timely delivery of test results and reports to patients
- Assisted in the coordination of patient referrals to other healthcare facilities or specialists when necessary
- Responded promptly to patient inquiries regarding appointment availability, clinic hours, and general inquiries about services provided
- Managed confidential patient information according to HIPAA regulations while maintaining utmost professionalism at all times
- Provided administrative support such as filing documents, scanning records into EMR system, and managing incoming/outgoing mail
Education
Associate's degree - Nursing
Lee College
Baytown, TX05.2024
Certification in Medical office specialist -
Texas School of Business-East
Houston, TX05.2007
Skills
- Nursing
- Medication Administration
- Case Management
- ICU Experience
- Utilization Management
- Vital Signs
- EMR Systems
- Hospital Experience
- Medical Office Experience
- Medical Records
- Medical Receptionist
- Compassionate Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Geriatric Nursing
- Ethical Practice
Certification
- Medical office Specialist, 05/01/07, Present
- BLS Certification, 10/01/24, 10/31/26
- RN, 02/01/25, TX
Groups
Lee college Nursing association, 01/01/23, 05/31/24, Volunteer work, raise money for the organization.
Personal Information
- Authorized To Work: US
- Title: RN
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Treatment Nurse
Focused Care Cedar Bayou
10.2024 - Current
RN Case Manager
East Houston Medical Center
07.2024 - 09.2024
Medical Receptionist
Dr. Kashif Ansari
05.2007 - 04.2010
Certification in Medical office specialist -
Texas School of Business-East
Associate's degree - Nursing
Lee College
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