Abbey Shafer
BSN, RN
Findlay,Ohio
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse and RN Case Manager with BSN and diverse clinical experience in acute care, neurosciences, care coordination, case management, home health, hospice, and long-term care. Skilled in comprehensive patient assessment, care coordination, patient education, discharge planning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and clinical decision-making. Demonstrated leadership through charge nurse responsibilities, staff mentoring, and quality improvement initiatives. Committed to delivering safe, evidence-based, patient-centered care while promoting optimal outcomes and continuity of care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Case Manager
Mercy Health - St. Ritas Medical Center
01.2026 - Current
- Advocated for patients’ needs and preferences within the healthcare system to improve access to appropriate resources and services.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop and implement individualized treatment plans designed to promote optimal patient outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and evaluations to identify healthcare needs and develop individualized interventions.
- Coordinated discharge planning and transitions of care, promoting safe and effective transitions to home or other healthcare facilities.
- Managed complex patient cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring ongoing assessment, monitoring, and coordination of healthcare services.
- Monitored patient progress and modified individualized care plans based on ongoing assessments, clinical findings, and established guidelines.
- Partnered with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate care, enhance service delivery, and promote continuity across healthcare settings.
PRN Registered Nurse, Neurosciences ICU-Step Down
Mercy Health - St. Ritas Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and evaluated patient responses to medications and treatments while monitoring for adverse reactions and changes in condition; promptly escalated concerns to providers.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create and implement tailored treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers efficiently within the unit.
- Engaged in ongoing professional development to maintain knowledge of evidence-based nursing practices and emerging healthcare trends, supporting quality patient care.
- Supervised nursing staff to promote high-quality patient care, appropriate delegation, and adherence to established protocols.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff, fostering a supportive work environment and promoting safe, high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse/LPN/STNA
The Meadows of Ottawa
01.2017 - 12.2023
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate, attentive care for long-term residents while fostering a supportive and respectful environment.
- Maintained accurate and detailed documentation of patient medical histories, treatments, assessments, and progress to support continuity and quality of care.
- Served as an advocate for resident rights, preferences, and needs, ensuring patients’ voices were represented during care conferences and treatment-related decision-making.
Registered Nurse
Putnam County Home Health & Hospice
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Equipped patients with the knowledge, education, and resources needed to support recovery, self-management, and long-term health outcomes.
- Guided patients and families toward appropriate community resources and emotional support services during challenging times, strengthening their support systems.
- Provided support and education to patients and families during complex medical decisions and end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Ohio University
Athens, OH08.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
James A. Rhodes State College
Lima, OH12.2022
Certificate - LPN
Apollo Career Center
12.2020
Skills
Care & Discharge Planning
Charge Nurse Leadership
Chronic & Complex Disease Management
Community Resource Referral
Comprehensive Patient Assessments & Evaluations
Continuity & Transitions of Care
Geriatric Care Management
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Medication & IV Therapy Administration
Patient & Family Advocacy
Patient Education & Health Promotion
Quality Improvement
Real-Time Telemetry Monitoring
Staff Mentoring & Delegation
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Mercy Health - St. Ritas Medical Center
01.2026 - Current
PRN Registered Nurse, Neurosciences ICU-Step Down
Mercy Health - St. Ritas Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Putnam County Home Health & Hospice
01.2023 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse/LPN/STNA
The Meadows of Ottawa
01.2017 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Ohio University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
James A. Rhodes State College
Certificate - LPN
Apollo Career Center
Certifications/Accomplishments
- BLS/ACLS Certification
- Daisy Award Nomination
- NIHSS Certification
- Quality Improvement Initiative – Restful Sleep Initiative
- Unit Council Chair/Member