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Annabelle Clarkson

La Habra

Summary

Dedicated LVN and Medical Records Specialist with a proven track record at Kaiser Permanente, blending compassionate care with healthcare software proficiency. Excelled in interdisciplinary team collaboration and efficient medication administration, significantly enhancing patient care. Mastered clinical documentation and emergency response, ensuring high standards of accuracy and patient safety.


Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

LVN

Kaiser Permenente
09.2012 - Current
  • Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Streamlined documentation processes by maintaining accurate medical records through electronic charting systems.
  • Maintained thorough knowledge of emergency procedures, effectively responding to urgent situations when required.
  • Coordinated with healthcare providers to schedule diagnostic tests for patients, expediting care plans as necessary.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to patients'' needs.

Medical Records Specialist - Health Information

Kaiser Permanente
02.2001 - 08.2012
  • Communicated effectively with staff, patients, and insurance companies by email and telephone.
  • Coordinated responses to subpoenas and other legal requests for medical records, working closely with legal counsel as necessary to protect patient privacy rights.
  • Processed medical records requests from outside providers according to facility, state, and federal law.
  • Uploaded physician progress notes, history, and physicals into electronic medical records.
  • Reviewed charts and flagged incomplete or inaccurate information.
  • Researched and resolved medical record discrepancies.
  • Followed exact procedures for handling transfers and other releases of medical records.
  • Input data into computer programs and filing systems.
  • Used classification manuals to gain additional knowledge of disease and diagnoses processes.
  • Managed the secure transfer of medical records between facilities, ensuring proper adherence to privacy regulations and patient confidentiality guidelines.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all medical records and sensitive information to comply with HIPAA regulations.
  • Maintained accuracy, completeness, and security for medical records and health information.
  • Followed up with patients about medical and healthcare processes.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
01-2027

No Degree - LVN

Pacific College
Costa Mesa, CA
10-2012

Skills

  • Compassionate Care
  • Diabetes management
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Pediatric Care
  • Healthcare Software Proficiency
  • Medication Administration
  • Emergency Response
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
  • Staff direction and task delegation
  • Patient Intake
  • Direct Patient Care

Timeline

LVN

Kaiser Permenente
09.2012 - Current

Medical Records Specialist - Health Information

Kaiser Permanente
02.2001 - 08.2012

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management

University of Phoenix

No Degree - LVN

Pacific College
Annabelle Clarkson