sheena merilos

* Researched foundation funding sources, using resources at the foundation center. * Managed clerical functions including: incoming calls; maintenance and updated files and reports. * Distributed brochures to surfing and water sport organizations

* Data entry of test scores and organization of current Registered Environmental Health Specialists * Assisted in program implementation in preparation for Public Health Week. * Involved with coordination of several health and safety related projects. * Maintained and promoted exceptional customer service and public relations. * Developed and enhanced PowerPoint presentations for public awareness presentations

Assist patients and/or their family by helping uninsured, underinsured, and insured individuals who do not have any form of health coverage. ...Identify, screen, assist, enroll patients who are eligible for public program assistance (Federal, State, Government, and County), and act as an advocate throughout the process, contacting County Eligibility worker to resolve problems with the patient’s case, or representing the patient/family with an appeal should the application be denied. ...Assist in implementing, managing and supervising new contractual hospital accounts/ projects. ..Utilize systems such as Paragon and Medi-Tech for daily data entry and reports.

* Supervise and train resident aides and medication coordinators assigned in Memory Care Unit. * Interview, make hiring decisions and orient new staff. * Schedule and reschedule staff using judgment and responsible for tracking attendance and effectively carrying out disciplinary action when appropriate. * Evaluate performance and recommend changes to terms and conditions of employment based on evaluations. * Work with Resident Care Director and/or Executive Director in development and implementation of resident Service and Care plans based on family interview and on-going evaluation of resident needs. * Organize and conduct monthly in-services and orientations on dementia and Alzheimer’s disease related topics to all staff. * Create monthly and Daily Activity Calendars according to the program’s criteria and assign activities to Resident Aides. * Establish and promote scheduled family educational support groups, gatherings, and council meetings periodically. * Evaluate the care delivered to ensure compliance with program policy and procedures.

Relevant Coursework: ..Studied Healthcare Organization & Administration courses in which I explored economics, financing, insurance theory and contemporary trends in healthcare organization, management and administration. ..Examined community health issues, core determinants, and levels of intervention. ..Introduced to community approaches to disease prevention and health promotion, grant proposal writing, and social change to promote community health.