Alicia Castle
Versailles,KY
Summary
Healthcare professional with extensive expertise in patient management and coordination. Recognized for effectively navigating complex healthcare systems and driving patient-centered care initiatives. Collaborates with diverse teams and adapts seamlessly to changing healthcare environments while maintaining focus on achieving optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Health Nurse
Lexington Fayette County Health Department
07.2019 - Current
- Reduced absenteeism rates by promoting preventive measures such as vaccinations and proper hygiene practices among students.
- Improved student health by conducting comprehensive health assessments and implementing tailored care plans.
- Promoted mental wellness by providing emotional support to students experiencing stressors or personal challenges.
- Conducted vision and hearing screenings to identify potential issues that could impact academic performance or overall wellbeing.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding immunizations, medication administration, and other pertinent aspects of school health services delivery.
- Provided high-quality care to students by staying current with evidence-based nursing practices and relevant guidelines.
- Liaised with community resources to ensure continuity of care for students requiring additional support services.
Nurse Case Manager
Bluegrass Community Action
08.2017 - Current
- Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
- Served as a liaison between patients and various support services such as financial assistance programs, community resources, and mental health counseling to ensure holistic care was provided.
- Increased referral rates by providing excellent service and building meaningful relationships with patients and caregivers.
- Collaborated with healthcare leaders and physicians to support and offer resources in performance of duties to maintain high-quality and efficient patient care.
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff, and patients.
- Educated patients on disease management techniques, empowering them to take control of their health and reduce complications.
- Applied critical thinking skills during case reviews to identify potential risks or challenges before they escalated into larger issues.
- Promoted continuity of care by coordinating with healthcare providers, social workers, and family members in the development of discharge plans.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between healthcare settings by effectively communicating pertinent information to receiving facilities or home health agencies.
Home Health LPN
Caretenders Home Health
04.2016 - 08.2019
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
- Assisted patients in achieving mobility goals through safe transfer techniques, ambulation support, and range of motion exercises.
- Consistently received positive feedback from patients and families for exceptional communication, clinical expertise, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Provided skilled tracheostomy care for ventilator-dependent patients within their homes for improved quality of life while reducing risk factors associated with institutional settings.
- Demonstrated strong critical thinking skills in identifying changes in patient conditions and taking appropriate actions accordingly.
- Collaborated with case managers to recommend appropriate community resources for continued patient support after discharge from home health services.
- Promoted effective communication among healthcare providers, patients, and families to ensure seamless coordination of care.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through diligent monitoring, early intervention, and timely communication with healthcare team members.
Wound Care Nurse
Signature HealthCARE
07.2014 - 02.2016
- Evaluated patients'' wounds and recommended appropriate treatments, expediting the healing process.
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive treatment plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Provided post-surgery treatment and care for patients with ostomies.
- Conducted regular assessments of patients'' wounds to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Reduced wound infection rates through strict adherence to aseptic protocols and proper wound dressing procedures.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to develop individualized care plans, addressing the unique needs of each patient.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing overall wound care services within the facility.
- Documented and examined patient recovery and reported progress to doctors for effective management.
- Developed strong rapport with colleagues across disciplines, fostering collaboration towards shared goals in patient care delivery.
Education
Associate of Science - Licensed Practical Nursing
Marshall University
Huntington, WV06-2014
Skills
- Health assessments
- Immunization compliance
- Chronic disease management
- Team collaboration
- Discharge planning
- Community resource coordination
- Individualized healthcare plans
- HIPAA requirements
- Patient assessments
- Care coordination
- Case management
- Disease management
Certification
- Wound Care Certification (WCC) - National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Certificate – American Nurses Credentialing Center.
- Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Kentucky Board of Nursing.
Timeline
School Health Nurse
Lexington Fayette County Health Department
07.2019 - Current
Nurse Case Manager
Bluegrass Community Action
08.2017 - Current
Home Health LPN
Caretenders Home Health
04.2016 - 08.2019
Wound Care Nurse
Signature HealthCARE
07.2014 - 02.2016
Associate of Science - Licensed Practical Nursing
Marshall University
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