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Amanda Logsdon

MSN, BSN, RN
Louisville,KY

Summary

Highly competent Case Manager with passion for coordinating quality care for patients. Offering many years of experience in community based nursing roles. Exemplary interpersonal skills and commitment to helping patients receive effective care in line with preferences and standards.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Care Manager

Robley Rex VA Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
  • Full time, 40 hours week
  • Maintained strict adherence to professional ethics and confidentiality guidelines, safeguarding sensitive information and promoting trust.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when necessary by assessing risk levels promptly addressing safety concerns collaboratively with the treatment team.
  • Served as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, insurance providers, and other healthcare professionals for seamless care coordination efforts.
  • Monitored patient progress closely, adjusting care plans as needed to promote ongoing improvement.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families through empathetic listening and compassionate communication techniques.
  • Streamlined care coordination processes, resulting in timely referrals and access to appropriate resources.
  • Improved patient satisfaction through effective communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary case conferences fostering teamwork collaboration sharing best practice insights to optimize patient care outcomes.
  • Utilized electronic health records systems proficiently for efficient documentation of clinical information according to regulatory standards.
  • Managed complex caseloads, ensuring timely assessment, intervention, and documentation for optimal care outcomes.
  • Facilitated family meetings to address concerns, establish goals of care, and provide psychosocial support.
  • Assisted clients with obtaining assistance with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Coordinated referrals to specialists, hospitalizations, ER visits, ancillary testing, and other enabling services for patients.
  • Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plans and coordinated necessary services to avail quality care for clients.
  • Communicated with healthcare providers to facilitate continuity of care.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for care staff to enhance skills and knowledge.
  • Managed caseloads efficiently by prioritizing tasks according to urgency and complexity, ensuring all patients received appropriate attention.
  • Facilitated family meetings to address concerns or conflicts surrounding end-of-life decisions, promoting open dialogue among loved ones during challenging times.
  • Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall hospice program effectiveness.
  • Provided regular updates to attending physicians regarding patient status changes, enabling timely interventions when necessary.
  • Educated patients and families on disease progression and available resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and informed decisionmaking.
  • Enhanced team efficiency through consistent documentation practices that ensured accurate record-keeping for clinical review meetings.
  • Fostered strong relationships with community agencies to provide additional support services to hospice patients and their caregivers.
  • Coordinated seamless transitions between different levels of care by collaborating with hospital staff, nursing home personnel, or private caregivers as needed.
  • Served as an advocate for patients'' rights and preferences throughout the end-of-life care process, promoting dignity and autonomy.
  • Actively participates in Trauma-Informed Care Commitee

Case Manager

Amedisys Home Health
11.2021 - Current
  • Full time, 40 hours a week
  • Identified care needs of individual patients and coordinated responses based on physician advice, insurance limitations and procedural costs.
  • Participated in professional growth to support education improvement efforts.
  • Increased referral rates by providing excellent service and building meaningful relationships with patients and caregivers.
  • Educated patients and loved ones about different treatment options and outside care approaches to reduce burden on hospital resources.
  • Consulted with clinicians to devise and manage ongoing care plans for at-risk patients.
  • Reduced care costs without sacrificing quality through service coordination and multidisciplinary collaboration.
  • Authored initial assessments of patients and family to develop plans for individual home care needs.
  • Took active role in patient and family planning process, detailing instructions and responding appropriately and effectively to questions and concerns.
  • Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans.
  • Actively engaged in on-call rotations to deliver continuous quality care to patients.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Provided home healthcare providers and clinicians with training, guidance, support and supervision to achieve objectives.
  • Team lead: Quality initiative team.
  • Initiated start of care nurse process.

Case Manager Registered Nurse

Kindred At Home
11.2018 - 11.2022
  • Full time, 40 hours a week
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Developed care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative nursing methods.
  • Participated in patient and family planning process, as well as provided instructions and addressed question and concerns.
  • Used Home Care Home Based documentation system to maintain database of relevant information for practitioners to access and coordinate patient care.
  • Examined patients and documented history of current and previous conditions, illnesses, injuries and current medications.
  • Actively engaged in on-call rotations to deliver continuous quality care to patients.
  • Identified care needs of individual patients and coordinated responses based on physician advice, insurance limitations and procedural costs.
  • Performed evaluations on consistent basis to address changes in patient needs, conditions and medications, altering care plans when required.
  • Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care, administer tests and monitor patient status.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
  • Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans as needed.
  • Assessed educational needs of patients and families.
  • Provided wound care, both simple and complex.
  • Oasis SOC, recertification, and discharges.

Case Manager Registered Nurse SW Team

Hosparus
09.2014 - 11.2018


  • Full time, 40 hours a week
  • Actively engaged in on-call rotations to deliver continuous quality care to patients.
  • Authored initial assessments of patients and family to develop plans for individual hospice care needs.
  • Coordinated care with interdisciplinary team.
  • Attended weekly interdisciplinary team meetings.
  • Provided support for end of life
  • Provided education for patients and families on dying process.
  • Extensive wound care with pressure ulcers that occur at end of life.
  • Collaborated with attending physicians and community providers to provide care
  • Provided symptom management of end of life symptoms.
  • Served as preceptor of new employees.
  • Developed plan of care individualized for each patient.
  • Capstone Project to improve patient falls.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Baptist Health
12.2008 - 11.2015
  • Full time, 36 hours a week
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Prepared, administered and documented medications and intravenous infusions on physician orders.
  • Supported patients and family members with confident, soothing approach as they handled medical crises.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Educated patients and families on diagnosis and treatment.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
  • Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
  • Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume emergency center setting.
  • Explained discharge instructions and arranged or confirmed transportation for patients not admitted to hospital.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma and prepared patients for transfer to trauma center when appropriate.
  • Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
  • Assisted cardiology with temporary pacemaker placement as necessary to sustain life.
  • Served as Alaris pump and T-system super user.
  • Served on Medication Event Reporting Team.
  • Served as Charge Nurse.
  • Lead team: Patient Improvement Flow Team
  • Course Development: Emergency Room Triage Process Course and Critical Thinking Course for New Graduates in Critical Care areas.
  • Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
  • Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
  • Conducted thorough quality assurance audits on patient charts, ensuring accurate documentation that adhered to regulatory standards and facilitated optimal reimbursement rates.
  • Streamlined ER processes to reduce wait times, providing efficient and timely care for patients in critical conditions.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by regularly reviewing performance metrics and identifying areas for potential enhancement.
  • Developed strategies for managing overcrowding in the emergency department, improving overall patient satisfaction scores.
  • Championed initiatives focused around enhancing mental health support services available to ER nursing personnel experiencing high levels of occupational stress/burnout symptoms.

Registered Nurse

Correctional Medical Services
10.2008 - 06.2011
  • PT, 16 hours a week
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action during crisis.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Conducted mental health evaluations for inmates, identifying potential concerns and providing appropriate interventions.
  • Assigned to maximum security with medication pass consisting of 500+ inmates.
  • Performed review and clearance of inmates entering into segregation, and provided rounds routinely per policy to ensure same environment.
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively by maintaining a calm, professional demeanor and prioritizing patient safety above all else.
  • Provided ongoing support for chronic conditions such as diabetes or hypertension, monitoring progress and adjusting treatments accordingly.
  • Fostered positive relationships with correctional officers and other facility staff to promote a collaborative approach to inmate healthcare.
  • Exhibited strong clinical judgment by accurately triaging patients and escalating concerns to higher levels of care when necessary.
  • Performed and maintained accurate records on medical detox inmates, symptomatic inmates, etc
  • Assisted with orientation of new employees
  • Assisted with psychiatric crisis, striving to protect the health, safety, and rights of the inmate.
  • Performed various simple and complex wound care, including gun shot wounds.
  • Duties varied upon floor assignments.
  • Charge Nurse relief.

RN

Accurate Healthcare
10.2008 - 01.2011
  • PT/FT PRN status, 8-50 hours a week depending on assignments
  • Various agency contracts: multiple unit manager positions, house supervisor role, ER, Med-surg, Telemetry, long term and memory care units, inpatient hospice, weekend supervisor, among various other roles
  • Served as an advocate for patient rights by addressing concerns regarding their care or treatment plan promptly.
  • Enhanced patient care by providing comprehensive nursing assessments and developing individualized care plans.
  • Implemented evidence-based nursing practices consistently to ensure quality care delivery and positive outcomes for patients.
  • .Contributed valuable input during interdisciplinary team meetings by sharing insights from direct patient interactions.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions of care through effective communication with other healthcare providers during shift handoffs, transfers between units, transfers in administration during staffing crisis at various facilities
  • Implemented infection control measures, reducing hospital-acquired infections among patients under the unit''s care.
  • Optimized staff performance through comprehensive training and development programs.
  • Managed budgetary concerns within the nursing unit, carefully allocating resources and controlling costs.
  • Promoted interdisciplinary communication through regular meetings with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Contributed to hospital-wide accreditation efforts, maintaining compliance with industry standards for nursing practice.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, treatment plans, and progress notes in electronic medical records systems.
  • Enhanced the quality of care provided to patients by creating a supportive and collaborative team environment.
  • Streamlined nurse scheduling, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts while minimizing overtime costs.
  • Raised staff retention rates by fostering a positive work culture focused on professional growth and development.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by implementing efficient nursing unit processes and protocols.
  • Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
  • Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
  • Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patient progress and coordinating follow-up care accordingly.
  • Maintained strong knowledge of current industry trends and best practices, attending professional development workshops regularly.
  • Championed interdisciplinary teamwork across various units within the hospital, resulting in a more cohesive and collaborative care approach.
  • Established an open-door policy for staff members, fostering a supportive work environment where issues were promptly addressed.
  • Identified areas of inefficiency within the department and developed targeted solutions that led to more streamlined processes.

Registered Nurse, ICU

Norton Healthcare Downtown
12.2009 - 12.2010
  • FT, 36 hours a week
  • Conducted rounds with medical staff to promote improved understanding between patients, nursing staff and medical staff to support continued quality of communication and care.
  • Promoted patient and family teaching to enhance patient understanding of needs and potentially accelerate recovery.
  • Evaluated patient during admission, hospital stay and through discharge.
  • Administered and maintained comfort, treatment, medication, intravenous infusion and health care to support patient needs.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
  • Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume intensive care center setting.
  • Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
  • Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
  • Minimized hospital stays with recovery-centered approaches, reducing average in-patient stay length.
  • Rotated among various specialty units, and duties varied upon patient assignments
  • Provided acute care dialysis
  • Handwashing policy update based on evidenced based research.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Correctional Medical Services
11.2007 - 10.2008
  • PT, 24 hours a week
  • Provided care for wounds, providing treatments and assisted providers with procedures.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Assigned to maximum security with medication pass consisting of 500+ inmates.
  • Assisted with psychiatric crisis.
  • Performed various simple and complex wound care, including gun shot wounds.
  • Duties varied upon floor assignments.

LPN

Accurate Healthcare Professionals
06.2006 - 10.2008
  • FT, 36 hours a week
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Provided acute and chronic care.
  • Served as Unit Manager at various facilities when they had staffing challenges.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Jefferson Place
01.2006 - 07.2006
  • FT, 36 hours a week
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Served as weekend supervisor on rehab unit consisting of approximately 80 patients.
  • Performed admission and discharge of patients.
  • Assigned daily CNA and nurse assignments
  • Collaboration with staff, physicians, and community providers to coordinate care

Education

Master of Science - Nursing Education

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2018 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Science -

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2017 - 08.2017

Associate of Science - Nursing

Spencerian College - Louisville
Louisville, KY
07.2007 - 07.2008

Practical Nursing -

Spencerian College - Louisville
Louisville, KY
10.2004 - 10.2005

Jefferson Community College
Louisville, KY
01.2003 - 12.2003

No Degree - Undeclared Major

Spalding Univeristy
Louisville, United States
05.2001 -

Skills

Intravenous therapy

Preventive health

Patient and family advocacy

Chronic disease management

Staff education and training

Case management

Care Plan Development

Direct Patient Care

Accomplishments

Sigma Theta Tau

Volunteer

Volunteer for Supporting Heroes.

Church activities. 

Professional Developments

Medication Reconciliation in the Home Setting at RR VAMC, 2024

Initiation of Start of Care Nurses at Amedisys 2022

Capstone Project: Improving Patient Outcomes through  Hospice Fall Prevention Program 2017

Hospice Course for Hospitals 2016

Handwashing Policy Update 2014

Critical Thinking Course for New Graduates in Critical Care areas 2013

Patient Flow Improvement Team Lead 2012

Emergency Room Triage Process Course 2012


License and CPR

Registered Nurse License #: 1118499

Licensed Practical Nurse License #: 2040172 Expired 10/31/2008


Basic Life Support 

Timeline

Care Manager

Robley Rex VA Medical Center
04.2023 - Current

Case Manager

Amedisys Home Health
11.2021 - Current

Case Manager Registered Nurse

Kindred At Home
11.2018 - 11.2022

Master of Science - Nursing Education

Western Governors University
01.2018 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Science -

Western Governors University
01.2017 - 08.2017

Case Manager Registered Nurse SW Team

Hosparus
09.2014 - 11.2018

Registered Nurse, ICU

Norton Healthcare Downtown
12.2009 - 12.2010

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Baptist Health
12.2008 - 11.2015

Registered Nurse

Correctional Medical Services
10.2008 - 06.2011

RN

Accurate Healthcare
10.2008 - 01.2011

Licensed Practical Nurse

Correctional Medical Services
11.2007 - 10.2008

Associate of Science - Nursing

Spencerian College - Louisville
07.2007 - 07.2008

LPN

Accurate Healthcare Professionals
06.2006 - 10.2008

Licensed Practical Nurse

Jefferson Place
01.2006 - 07.2006

Practical Nursing -

Spencerian College - Louisville
10.2004 - 10.2005

Jefferson Community College
01.2003 - 12.2003

No Degree - Undeclared Major

Spalding Univeristy
05.2001 -
Amanda LogsdonMSN, BSN, RN
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