Hello, my name is

Jay Michalek

Software Engineer | Nurse

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About me

I am an enthusiastic full-stack software engineer with an extensive background in healthcare as a nurse manager.

I build and design software solutions to solve real-world problems.

With over 10 years of nursing experience, I have seen the need and the demand for technological solutions within the healthcare industry. Having worked in the healthcare industry, and now working as a software engineer, I have been on both sides of the equation. I can easily identify with clients in the healthcare industry, and I also understand those who build these complex solutions. I am also looking into transitioning into other industries that interest me. I thrive in fast-paced environments, challenges, and environments where I am given autonomy. I am a goal-oriented person and loves to get things done efficiently!

I spend most of my time learning different programming languages and technologies in my own free time. I have advanced skills in Java and continuously learning the Spring framework. A few other tools I learned are C#, React, .Net, MySQL, Apache Airflow, Mirth Connect, Jenkins, Kubernetes, etc. I have built several solo projects including a full-stack web application, core Java programs, as well as several Android apps. I have also successfully acquired my AWS Developer Associate certification.

"If you aim at nothing, you'll hit it everytime.
-Zig Ziglar

Skills

Java
95%
C#
85%
React JS
80%
Python
80%
SQL
90%
Healthcare Domain
100%

My Experience

May 2024 - Present

Citadel of Northbrook

Northbrook, IL

MDS Coordinator

Responsible for completing MDS 3.0 for all skilled residents. Oversee weekly Medicare meetings to ensure quality of care, discharge planning, coordinate with interdisciplinary team, and for billing/reimbursement purposes.

June 2022 - May 2024

Cognizant

Remote, US

SOFTWARE ENGINEER

Ensures the stable operation of daily critical batch jobs in production that utilize multiple modern tech stacks as a software engineer contractor for client: United Health Group. Support critical business operations for daily healthcare claims processing that have a direct impact on millions of insurance members and business revenue. Plays a critical role in production support requiring on-call support 24/7 as needed.

2017-2021

Warren Park Healthcare & Rehab

Chicago, IL

MDS DIRECTOR/nurse manager

Responsible for completing MDS 3.0 for all residents regardless of payor source. Headed Medicare, Insurance, and Public Aid meetings to ensure quality of care, care coordination with other departments, and for billing/reimbursement purposes.

2012-2017

Symphony of Lincoln Park

Chicago, IL

MDS Coordinator/nurse manager

Played a crucial part of the MDS team for the then 5-star rated Skilled Nursing Facility. Responsible for completing all MDS 3.0 for residents with payor sources of Medicare and Commercial Insurance. Completed all nursing care plans for residents who were there for short-term rehabilitation. Interim MDS Director as needed and headed Medicare meetings to collaborate with other departments.

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