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Patricia Garrett
Chesterfield,VA
Summary
Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System, excelling in post-kidney transplant coordination. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective communication and teamwork. Skilled in regulatory compliance and patient assessments, demonstrating strong problem-solving and time management abilities in fast-paced environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Post Kidney Transplant Coordinator
Virginia Commonwealth University Health System
Richmond, VA
12.2008 - Current
- Assisted in coordinating post kidney organ transplant care and recovery approximately 30 patients daily.
- Supported transplant team by organizing documentation and patient records efficiently.
- Learned regulatory compliance standards related to organ transplantation procedures.
- Facilitated scheduling of kidney-recipient assessments and follow-up appointments.
- Educating 30 organ recipients regarding insurance and prior authorizations of medications needed for immunocompromised patients.
- Coordinated multi-organ transplants, effectively managing the unique challenges associated with these complex cases.
- Enhanced transplant coordination by streamlining communication among multidisciplinary teams.
- Collaborated with medical staff to develop individualized care plans for each transplant candidate.
- Scheduled routine diagnostic tests such as X-rays, ultrasounds, MRI scans and CT scans for 20 clients.
- Assisted physicians with completing medical procedures and treatments.
Peri Surgical Unit
Virginia Commonwealth University Health System
Richmond, Va.
06.2016 - 12.2019
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively with a team of 30 employees.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while prepping patients for surgical procedures, peripheral intravenous, completing history and physical questions.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Managed approximately 15-20 incoming calls, emails and faxes per day from customers.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Education
Master of Science - Master of Science in Nursing
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA01-2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA12.2006
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA05.2004
Skills
- Healthcare regulations
- Patient assessments
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Vital signs monitoring
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- HIPAA compliance
- Verbal and written communication
Interests
Timeline
Peri Surgical Unit
Virginia Commonwealth University Health System
06.2016 - 12.2019
Post Kidney Transplant Coordinator
Virginia Commonwealth University Health System
12.2008 - Current
Master of Science - Master of Science in Nursing
George Mason University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Virginia Commonwealth University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northern Virginia Community College