Angela Lada, RD, RN
Summary
Seasoned registered nurse with progressive career history seeking to apply clinical, analytical, and communication skills into a growth facilitating role. A driven individual who has always strived to positively impact colleagues, customers, and patients. Recognized by colleagues as dependable, hardworking, knowledgeable, empathetic, and ethical.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Utilization Review
Curana Health
05.2023 - Current
- Gained extensive knowledge in Medicare benefits, policies, criteria while adhering to URAC standards.
- Submits cases for criteria failures and helped facilitate resolutions and approvals.
- Utilizes critical thinking to review clinical documentation and electronic medical records, evaluate Medicare Part A and B authorization requests and make case determinations.
- Follows all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Registered Nurse
Hospice of Michigan
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Provided assessment, evaluation, support, education, and care for hospice enrolled patients.
- Regularly collaborated with interdisciplinary team to prioritize and meet patient and family needs.
- Utilized technology and software to ensure proper documentation, adherence to Medicare guidelines, and efficient care and delivery of medication, supplies, and durable medical equipment.
- Remained flexible and dependable to meet staffing needs of department and region.
- Advocated for patients' wishes regarding medical treatment options, respecting cultural beliefs and values throughout the decision-making process.
Public Health Nurse
CDC Foundation
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Temporary Contract-Remote Public Health Nurse contracted to support the City of Detroit Health Department COVID-19 Case Investigations Team as Team Lead.
- Established team meeting schedule, case investigation assignments and expectations of team members.
- Completed high-risk case and outbreak investigations and provided outreach and support to long-term care and adult foster care facilities.
- Utilized Michigan Disease Surveillance System to update case details, create aggregate case reports, and complete case reviews.
- Completed audits and review of case investigations, provided feedback and education to investigators.
- Developed facility guidance documents based on federal and state guidelines.
- Met regularly with facility contacts to ensure understanding and implementation of recommended guidelines.
Registered Nurse Educator
Ascension St. John Hospital and Medical Center
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Autonomously operated educational program by completing patient scheduling, intake, chart auditing, and tracking program statistics for American Diabetes Association credentialing.
- Increased patient load and program attendance during the Coronavirus pandemic.
- Implemented accommodating telehealth education and safe in-person learning and consultation.
- Assessed, planned, and implemented educational needs and activities for patients with Type 1, Type 2, and gestational diabetes.
- Developed patient coursework and presentations in compliance with American Diabetes Association evidence-based practices.
Registered Nurse
Ascension St. John Providence Health System
07.2008 - 09.2020
- While working with a diverse patient population, on a fast-paced surgical/trauma unit, performed comprehensive patient assessments, care planning, education, and documentation (2008-2017)
- Regularly assigned as unit charge nurse, responsible for ensuring matrix and budget adherence, and safe and efficient patient assignments
- Facility trained and certified in IV infusions, wound care, pre- and post-surgical care, tracheostomy care, telemetry monitoring, infection control, electronic medical record, and barcode scanning system
- Nominated as Service Excellence Advisor by clinical leader
- Facilitated team meetings, communication among staff, and development of new strategies for patient and associate satisfaction
- Participated as a member of the Professional Nurse Practice Council
- Participated as a member of a flexible, professional float team; maintaining the ability and willingness to work in multiple departments at all operating sites and various subspecialty units (2017-2020).
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Oakland University
01.2007
Bachelor of Science in Dietetics -
Wayne State University
01.2003
Skills
- EMR Systems
- Patient Evaluation
- Indirect Patient Care
- High level of autonomy
- Attention to Detail
- Clinical judgment
- Health and wellness expertise
- Milliman Care Guidelines
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Medicare process
- HIPAA Compliance Understanding
Certification
- Registered Nurse - State of Michigan
- Registered Dietitian - Commission on Dietetic Registration
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professionals - American Heart Association
- Licensed Resident Producer, Casualty and Property - State of Michigan
Volunteer Experience
Gleaners Community Food Bank 2017-present
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Utilization Review
Curana Health
05.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Hospice of Michigan
12.2022 - 05.2023
Public Health Nurse
CDC Foundation
02.2022 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse Educator
Ascension St. John Hospital and Medical Center
09.2020 - 06.2021
Registered Nurse
Ascension St. John Providence Health System
07.2008 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Oakland University
Bachelor of Science in Dietetics -
Wayne State University