Health Nursing
Resume:
Webster, NY *****
adfbyh@r.postjobfree.com
HAMLIN, TARA
OBJECTIVE
Hardworking, dependable, motivated Registered Health Information Technician seeking a part time remote coding position.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Continuously focused on increasing healthcare skills and responsibility for improved patient care
Knowledge of ICD10, CPT, and HCPCs coding
Experienced with multiple aspects of the Epic electronic health record
Meets precise standards when analyzing clinical data for entry and errors
Handles sensitive information and situations according to HIPAA regulations
Grasps new concepts quickly and efficiently
Excels in verbal and written communication
Proven ability to multitask, prioritize, and complete daily tasks within the healthcare environment to ensure smooth flow
EXPERIENCE
RRHS- OUTPATIENT CODER
03/2020-Present
Long term care coding- review admission notes and code the encounter concurrently throughout the patients stay at the skilled nursing facility.
Long term care diagnosis request- Review hospital notes to determine the principle diagnoses that occasioned the patients admission to the skilled nursing facility and ensure that it is covered under a PDPM category.
Urgent care coding- Abstract coding and charge review coding, assigning the proper diagnoses, procedures, and leveling the visit.
Radiology- Reviewing radiology reports and assigning the correct indication for the test and the impression and ensure that it meets medical necessity.
Covid 19 coding – reviewing encounters to determine if the encounter is coded correctly by making sure the correct ICD 10 diagnosis has been assigned and is in the right place.
UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER- PRO FEE SENIOR CODER
06/2019-03/2020
Completed abstract coding for the observation unit at Strong Memorial Hospital, 6 Urgent Cares, and Primary Care
Analyze the health record to ensure data is complete and accurate
Query Providers regarding missing documentation and dates of service
Worked denials on a special denials team that targeted high volume and high dollar work queues- Cardiology and Orthopedics
Worked daily in charge review and claim edit work queues for the ED and Primary care when needed.
Handled the ED down codes for MVA and WC encounters
Reviewed the patients that were seen more than once per day to determine which encounter would receive payment based on the services provided
Answer inquiries from the charge entry team about the Emergency departments outsourced coding to ensure correct diagnosis, level, date of service, and chart completion
RRHS- SENIOR ACCESS ASSOCIATE – NURISING ADMINISTRATION
03/2015-05/2019
Submit NDNQI data into the NDNQI online database and proof read for accuracy
Enter collected pain data into an Excel spreadsheet
Place orders for specialty beds and wound vacs through vendor websites (KCI and Arjo); maintaining and reconciling Excels files daily
Charge patients for telemetry, beds, and wound vacs using charge capture via Epic
Utilize the Kronos workforce system when entering PTO calls, shift transfers, and schedules
Tracked close observation requests, created daily staffing sheets, and accurately relayed messages of significant importance to the Nursing Shift Supervisor
Provided HIM support services such as ROI during the off shift hours
Received all incoming calls to the Nursing Administration office related to staffing needs, call ins, specialty bed orders, wound vac orders, and patient related issues.
Provided timekeeping support for multiple units with RGH ( corporate floats, SICU, 4200, 2800, and MICU)
RRHS –PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
Corporate Float – 08/2015-03/2015
5800- 01/2013-08/2015
Provided and documented excellent care to the patients on all units of the hospital under the direction of the RN staff. Reported any emergent findings directly to the RN staff with clear precise communication
Learned all aspects of the different units including the ED care connect work flows
Obtained and documented vitals, I’s and O’s, hygiene and mobility
Performed EKGS
Assisted patients with their activities of daily living
Phlebotomist expert- obtained blood from patients accurately and safely and assisted in training other staff members
HEATHWOOD ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY- HHA/MED TECH
09/2010-01/2013
Provided and documented excellent care to the residents and helped them with their activity of daily living
Obtained weights and vitals
Answered call bells and handled emergencies safely and by precise standards
Prepared and administered medication to the residents
Provided night checks on the residents every two hours
EDUCATION
MONROE COMMUNITY COLLEGE – A.A.S. DEGREE IN HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOY
June 1,2019
GPA 3.8 – Graduated with distinction RHIT- July 11, 2019
Completion of the following health related courses
Anatomy and physiology
Medical terminology
ICD –Diagnostic and Procedural classifications
CPT procedural coding system
Pathophysiology
Introduction to health information
Health care documentation
Medical Office Pharmacology
Health records in alternate care
Professional practice experience
Total quality management, legal and compliance issues for the HIM practitioner
Management, supervision, and personal development in health care
Health care reimbursement
Health information systems
REFERENCES
STEPHANIE ANTONIO, RN, BSN
RN, RRHS
adfbyh@r.postjobfree.com
TAMMY PALAMITIA, MSN, BS, NYSAFE, RN
Nursing Shift Supervisor, RRHS
adfbyh@r.postjobfree.com
SHARON INSERO, RHIA
Assistant Professor, MCC
adfbyh@r.postjobfree.com
MONICA IRVINE, RN, BSN
Nurse Manager, RRHS
adfbyh@r.postjobfree.com
Contact this candidate