Aleshia Cousar
McLeansville,NC
Summary
Hard-working, knowledgeable, and detail-oriented nurse leader with 18+ years of experience. Dedicated to positive health outcomes in our communities by educating on chronic conditions, lifestyle behaviors, and social determinants that affect population health holistically. Proactive approach in meeting deadlines and identifying potential barriers. Quick learner and completes tasks timely, efficiently, and accurately.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Health Services Supervisor
Aetna/CVS Health
01.2010 - Current
- Supervised a clinical team consisting of registered nurses, wellness coaches, registered dietitians, and social workers.
- Provided guidance and support to staff regarding member related health conditions, education, social determinants of health, and workflows.
- Audited phone calls and documentation according to NCQA standards.
- Managed staff metrics, reporting, and caseload and provided clear expectations on how to meet those targets.
- Supported staff in meeting and identifying clear career goals.
- Collaborated with colleagues and internal/external business partners to streamline work processes to make more efficient.
- Trained new staff and colleagues on their role, new workflows, and new clinical platforms.
Registered Nurse
Advanced Home Care
01.2009 - 12.2009
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options in the home setting.
- Assessed patient needs holistically and implemented a nursing plan of care to ensure safety and health management compliance in the home to prevent hospital admissions.
- Evaluated care plan to determine effectiveness and encouraged open line of communication between patient and physician.
Registered Nurse
Moses Cone Memorial Hospital
07.2005 - 11.2008
- Administered medications and treatment to patients such as wound care and peritoneal dialysis to manage chronic health conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnoses, medications, treatment options as set forth by MD, and discharge instructions.
- Provided shift assignments and oversight of renal department as a charge nurse.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating responsible parties as applicable.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winston-Salem State University
Winston-salem, NC05.2005
Skills
- Time Management
- Strong Work Ethic and Efficiency
- Effective and Strong Leadership Skills
- Collaboration and Team Work
- Motivational Interviewing
- Innovative and Creative
- Member / Patient Centric
- Giving and Receiving Constructive Feedback
- Empathetic / Heart Leader
- EPIC End-User
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite
Volunteerism
- Non-Profit Organization: HBCU Bound Athletics, Inc
- Active Member: Mt Zion Baptist Church (GSO)
- Feed The Hunger
Timeline
Clinical Health Services Supervisor
Aetna/CVS Health
01.2010 - Current
Registered Nurse
Advanced Home Care
01.2009 - 12.2009
Registered Nurse
Moses Cone Memorial Hospital
07.2005 - 11.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winston-Salem State University