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MICHELLE BENNETT, RN, CLNC, HCS-D
OBJECTIVE
Utilize my knowledge and experience in nursing, sales, and management in a dynamic and challenging position with an emphasis on providing meaningful care and dedicated service.
WORK EXPERIENCE
December 2013 to Present St Joseph Hospice Jackson, MS
Area Executive Director
Doubled agency census within 6 months of hire
Improved EBITDA by 45%
Successfully transitioned struggling agencies into profitable and compliance company
January 2012 to November 2013 Deaconess Home Care Jackson, MS
Administrator
Improved overall financial standing of agency by 45%
Improved employee satisfaction by 50%
Assisted in marketing efforts to ensure growth of referral sources
Assisted in redesign of agency procedures
November 2010 to January 2012 LHC Group Springdale, AR
Administrator~Regional Director of Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement
Coordinated QAPI program for seven agencies
Improved overall performance scores by over fifty percent in three months
Assisted in Joint Commission accreditation processes
Provided financial and organizational leadership for two agencies
October 2009 to November 2010 Apex Home Healthcare Jacksonville, FL
Director of Professional Services-Administrator
Improved quarterly revenue and contribution by over $400,000
Supervision of 70 staff providing care for over 300 patients
Management of personnel files and staff education as well as payroll processes
Assisted in development of policies and procedures for new company programs
August 2008 to October 2009 Marinelli Home Care Jacksonville, FL
Quality Care Coordinator~Clinical Liason
Coordinated care for over 100 clients
Created a referral base resulting in over 20 referrals per month
Instituted new policies and procedures to improve client care and office functionality
Assisted with state survey process and chart reviews while introducing effective cost management strategies
August 2002 to August 2008 Borland-Groover Clinic Jacksonville, FL
Office Manager, Clinical Nurse
Supervised over twenty-five medical office staff
Assisted physicians with direct patient care
Streamlined procedures
Ensured proper coding and recertification for procedures and treatments
June 1997 to June 2002 Kindred Healthcare Louisville, KY
Corporate Reimbursement Coordinator
Ensured proper documentation for Medicare and insurance reimbursements
Assisted in comprehensive assessments and certifications for patients
Responsible for eight offices nationwide
Supervision of accounts receivable and accounts payable staff
MICHELLE BENNETT, RN, CLNC, HCS-D
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EDUCATION
1993 to 1997 University of Kentucky Lexington KY
Baccalaureate of Science, Nursing
Graduated summa cum laude
August 2004 Real Estate Sales Associate Licensure
February 2008 Mortgage Broker Associate Licensure
Currently enrolled in University of Phoenix for Masters in Nursing
Certified Legal Nurse Consultant
Certified Healthcare Coding Specialist
PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Largest Overall Growth August 2014
Highest Generated Revenue July 2013
Most Profitable Agency August 2013
Rising Star Award, January 2011
Highest Revenue, July 2010, August 2010
Rising Star Award, September 2010
Employee of the Quarter, August 2009
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Volunteer with Humane Society, National Association of Nurses, Wounded Warrior Program Volunteer
REFERENCES
Available Upon Request