Wendy Maihack

Traveled to various SF Bay are hospitals to work with Quality Dept. to collect data from patient's charts for Medicare compliance. Worked with NCDR, ACC and various EMR platforms.

Clinical data abstraction for Medicare compliance by working with 3-4 hospitals at a time. Collecting patient data for Cath PCI, STS, TVT, AFIB, etc..

• Assisted with implementation of EMR for the OR using PICIS software.
• Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.

• Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
• Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
• Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
• Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
• Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
• Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
• Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
• Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
• Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
• Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
• Reduced postoperative complications through vigilant monitoring of patients during surgery.
• Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.