Victor Andrango
Chicago
Summary
CMS Data Coordinator at Kindred Hospital Chicago North, skilled in data quality assurance and governance. Enhanced reporting procedures, improving data visibility for clinical teams. Mentored staff on compliance and best practices, fostering a culture of accuracy and efficiency in patient record management. Proven ability to streamline processes and support interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
CMS Data Coordinator
Kindred Hospital Chicago North
Chicago, IL
03.2013 - 09.2026
- Coordinated data entry and management processes to ensure accuracy and consistency across patient records.
- Streamlined reporting procedures using Excel functions to enhance data visibility for clinical teams.
- Led initiatives to improve data collection methodologies, resulting in more efficient information retrieval for staff.
- Mentored senior team members on best practices for data handling and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Onboarding, and training of Physicians new to staff and support/maintenance of EMR/ Dictation access.
- Interim Medical Staff officer. Assisted with Privilege, and Credentialing applications for incoming, and reappointing Physicians, APRN's and PA's
- Assisted, and coached clinical staff on entering thorough documentation in EMR to be compliant with CMS and QRP guidelines
Licesed Practical Nurse
Kindred Hospital Chicago North
Chicago, IL
03.2010 - 03.2026
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Assisted in patient education regarding health management, medication adherence, and lifestyle changes.
- Maintained accurate medical records using electronic health record systems for optimal patient care.
- Trained new staff on nursing protocols, safety procedures, and best practices to enhance team performance.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Mentored junior nurses by providing guidance on complex cases and professional development opportunities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Education
GED -
Truman College
Chicago, ILNo Degree - Nursing
Northwestern Institute of Health And Technology
Chicago, ILSkills
- Data quality assurance
- Data governance
- Data cleansing
- Data validation
- Data integration
- Digital file preparation
- Proficient with [database]
- Verifying data accuracy
- Compiling data
- Information verification
- Quality control
Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate
BLS valid through 2027
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
CMS Data Coordinator
Kindred Hospital Chicago North
03.2013 - 09.2026
Licesed Practical Nurse
Kindred Hospital Chicago North
03.2010 - 03.2026
GED -
Truman College
No Degree - Nursing
Northwestern Institute of Health And Technology