Zhanna Alaguzova
Westhampton Beach,NY
Summary
Dynamic Quality Management Specialist with a proven track record at New York- Presbyterian Hospital / Columbia University Irving Medical Center, specializing in medical record abstraction and quality improvement initiatives. Excelled in database management and fostering strong collaborative relationships. Achieved notable enhancements in clinical data processes and presented at the national NSQIP conference, demonstrating exceptional communication skills and a commitment to excellence in patient care outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Management Specialist
NYP/ Columbia University Irving Medical Center
New York, NY
07.2019 - Current
- Abstracted diagnoses, procedures, post-operative occurrences, and other relevant information into the NSQIP registry database.
- Ensured that all necessary forms were completed accurately and timely submitted.
- Performed regular internal audits for other NSQIP participants for the accuracy and consistency of collected information.
- Identified areas requiring improvement in current processes for collecting clinical data.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Conducted a comprehensive review of cases and data analysis to find areas for quality improvement.
- Participated in quality assurance meetings related to surgical clinical outcomes.
- Assisted in creating a new NSQIP dashboard by submitting necessary data reports and professional inputs for the general featuresof the dashboard.
- Wrote and presented an abstract for the National Conference for NSQIP.
- Completed 30-day follow-up by calling the patients
- Maintained positive working relationships with colleagues and management.
Quality Improvement Specialist
Stony Brook University Hospital
Stony Brook
04.2016 - 07.2019
- Analyzed data from semiannual reports provided by the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program.
- Abstracted patient information and submitted it to the NSQIP database.
- Served as an educational resource for surgical residents and physicians.
- Collaborated with the Quality Department to develop quality initiatives and measurements.
- Participated with the IT Department to develop a live monitoring tableau for patients who might fall into NSQIP category cases.
- Monitored live tableau for patients on prolonged ventilation support, elevated troponin levels, and prolonged use of Foley catheters.
- Acted upon clinical documentation to prevent falsified post-operative complications.
- Wrote and presented two abstracts at the national NSQIP conference.
- Handled other duties within the Vascular and Endovascular Surgery department, such as assisting in Free Vascular Screenings in the community
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
New York, NY12-2017
Associate of Applied Science -
Borough of Manhattan Community College
New York, NY12-2015
Skills
- Medical record abstraction
- Data abstraction proficiency
- Quality improvement initiatives
- CPT coding
- Knowledge of surgical procedures and terminology
- Patient confidentiality practices
- Database management
- Continuous improvement
- Proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint presentations
- Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
Certification
- Registered Nurse: New York State Board of Nursing.
- NSQIP Surgical Clinical Reviewer Certificate (SCR).
Languages
English
Professional
Russian
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- Cooking and baking.
- Exercising.
- Volunteering in a Wildlife Refuge Center.
Timeline
Quality Management Specialist
NYP/ Columbia University Irving Medical Center
07.2019 - Current
Quality Improvement Specialist
Stony Brook University Hospital
04.2016 - 07.2019
- Registered Nurse: New York State Board of Nursing.
- NSQIP Surgical Clinical Reviewer Certificate (SCR).
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Applied Science -
Borough of Manhattan Community College
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