Kelly McLeod
Round O
Summary
Healthcare professional with comprehensive experience in providing top-notch patient care across multiple departments. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to achieve patient-focused results. Known for reliability and ability to adapt to changing healthcare environments while utilizing critical assessment and patient care skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Colleton Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
- Promoted patient advocacy by actively participating in interdisciplinary meetings and voicing concerns on behalf of patients.
- Ensured patient safety by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Strengthened relationships between nursing teams across various units through regular collaboration on shared float pool initiatives and projects.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing thorough handoff reports to incoming nurses, ensuring continuity of care.
- Enhanced teamwork among nursing staff through clear communication, active listening, and constructive feedback.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality nursing care and addressing individual needs.
- Enhanced patient recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and administering medications as prescribed.
- Streamlined documentation processes by accurately updating electronic health records in a timely manner.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
Interim Healthcare
01.2023 - 11.2024
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments, resulting in tailored care strategies.
- Contributed to organizational goals by actively participating in performance improvement initiatives related to home health nursing practice.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough patient education and comprehensive discharge planning.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accuracy and timely completion of required paperwork.
- Developed strong relationships with primary care providers to facilitate seamless coordination of care for patients transitioning from hospital or rehabilitation settings back into the community setting.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
Registered Nurse, Hemodialysis
Colleton Medical Center
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Maintained accurate medical records by documenting patient assessments, treatments, interventions, responses, and progress in electronic health record systems.
- Served as a resource for colleagues by sharing expertise and knowledge related to the assessment and management of patients receiving hemodialysis treatments.
- Prevented medication errors by verifying orders, doses, and administration times with other healthcare team members before administering medications to patients undergoing hemodialysis therapy.
- Reduced treatment-related discomfort for patients by proactively addressing concerns such as needle pain or cramping during hemodialysis procedures.
- Promoted patient safety through regular inspections of dialysis machines, water treatment systems, and associated equipment for proper function and cleanliness.
- Enhanced patient care by administering hemodialysis treatments, monitoring vital signs, and providing pre-and post-dialysis assessments.
Medical Billing Coordinator
Interim Healthcare
06.2008 - 01.2023
- Identified areas for process improvement within the billing department, leading to increased productivity among team members.
- Assisted in the implementation of new software systems designed to streamline billing processes, leading to increased accuracy and reduced administrative burden on staff members.
- Leveraged strong organizational skills to maintain comprehensive patient accounts, enabling quick access to relevant information during billing inquiries.
- Collaborated with insurance providers to expedite claims processing and secure timely payments for services rendered.
- Coordinated with clinical teams to ensure proper documentation was received for accurate coding and claim submissions, reducing delays in reimbursements.
- Maintained detailed knowledge of various payer requirements, facilitating smoother interactions between healthcare providers and insurance companies during claims processing efforts.
- Effectively resolved disputes regarding coverage eligibility or claim denials through professional communication with patients and insurance representatives alike.
- Reduced claim denials and rejections by conducting thorough audits and addressing discrepancies prior to submission.
- Communicated with insurance providers to resolve denied claims and resubmitted.
- Posted payments and collections on regular basis.
- Collected payments and applied to patient accounts.
- Analyzed complex Explanation of Benefits forms to verify correct billing of insurance carriers.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
ECPI University
North Charleston, SC12.2022
Skills
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Compassionate care
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time management
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Medication and IV administration
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Colleton Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Hemodialysis
Colleton Medical Center
08.2023 - 08.2024
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
Interim Healthcare
01.2023 - 11.2024
Medical Billing Coordinator
Interim Healthcare
06.2008 - 01.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
ECPI University
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