ANGEL N. PRADO III
REGISTERED NURSE
San Diego,CA
Summary
Knowledgeable professional with several years of experience, bringing planning and problem-solving abilities. Focused on maximizing resource utilization to support scalable operations, and increase bottom-line profitability. Organized and systematic, with natural relationship-building and leadership talents. Result-driven RN with inpatient and outpatient leadership management roles. Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills, with effective interdisciplinary collaboration for quality improvement. Persuasive communication and optimistic interpersonal skills, who follow evidence-based practices for optimal patient satisfaction outcomes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Case Manager (CM) Inpatient in UM
Kaiser Permanente Hospital
West Los Angeles
02.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: Contracted
- Contracted
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Conducted weekly interdisciplinary team meetings to review case management activities for assigned caseloads.
- Developed discharge plans for patients transitioning from acute care settings to home or alternate facilities.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to case management processes.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards concerning utilization review, ethical decision making and legal aspects of case management practice.
DPCS/RN Case Manager
Paramount Home Health and Hospice Care
09.2015 - 08.2018
- Monitored and evaluated effectiveness of treatment plans and interventions.
- Educated patients on disease prevention strategies, wellness promotion techniques and lifestyle modifications.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Conducted weekly interdisciplinary team meetings to review case management activities for assigned caseloads.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Analyzed financial information related to insurance coverage eligibility prior to initiating services.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards concerning utilization review, ethical decision making and legal aspects of case management practice.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Assistant Regional Administrator
Paramount Home Health and Hospice
San Diego
05.2017 - 01.2018
- Company Overview: San Diego
- San Diego
- Evaluated proposed expenditures in context with budgetary constraints to deliver cost-effective operational results.
- Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations regarding operational activities.
- Established budgets, monitored expenses, and tracked investments in the region's operations team.
- Visited regional locations to verify full functionality and operational effectiveness.
DPCS
Together Hospice Care
01.2012 - 08.2015
- Managed day-to-day office operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to policies.
- Monitored budget expenditures, and prepared financial reports for review by stakeholders.
- Maintained awareness of government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options.
- Administered fiscal operations for accounting, budget planning, authorizing expenditures and coordinating reporting.
- Participated in interdisciplinary teams to discuss patient care issues or concerns and develop solutions as needed.
Clinical Supervisor
CareSouth Home Health
01.2011 - 06.2014
- Improve policies and procedures through development, implementation, revision and evaluation of new protocols.
- Provided direct supervision of clinical staff, including orientation, training and development of employees.
- Led initiatives to improve patient satisfaction and engagement in their treatment plans.
- Provided clinical supervision and mentorship to less experienced clinicians, fostering a culture of learning and growth.
- Reviewed case notes and other documentation to ensure compliance with regulations and standards of care.
Advanced Clinician Charge Nurse
Sharp Grossmont Hospital
03.2006 - 08.2012
- Improve policies and procedures through development, implementation, revision and evaluation of new protocols.
- Established solid relations with leadership and staff by attending board meetings and coordinating interdepartmental information exchanges.
- Provided direct supervision of clinical staff, including orientation, training and development of employees.
- Provided clinical supervision and mentorship to less experienced clinicians, fostering a culture of learning and growth.
- Applied clinical judgment and comprehensive knowledge of facility policies to assist floor nurses with patient care decisions.
Director of Education
Promise Hospital
08.2009 - 01.2011
- Prepared and maintained personnel reports and records for officials and agencies.
- Conducted regular meetings with department Directors/Manager to discuss progress of staff and identify areas for improvement.
- Reviewed and evaluated programs for compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
- Established team of members to support learning and increase overall functional performance.
- Prepared and submitted budget requests.
- Collaborated with managers to identify team weaknesses and created attack plans to resolve training gaps.
- Collaborated with other departments to develop curriculum that meets discipline standards.
- Advised on policies regarding instruction materials selection, classroom management techniques, extracurricular activities.
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state and local laws related to educational programs.
- Provided leadership in developing long-term goals for the department's growth and improvement.
- Assessed personnel needs within the department and recruited qualified candidates when necessary.
- Recruited, trained and evaluated staff and recommended personnel actions for programs and services.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
DPCS
Lorian Health Systems Home Health
San Diego
07.2004 - 02.2006
- Company Overview: San Diego
- San Diego
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocol.
- Developed and deepened relationships with functional leadership to interconnect revenue generation initiatives with day-to-day operations.
- Monitored performance metrics to ensure that established objectives were met or exceeded.
Staff Nurse II/CDI
County of SD Health & Human Services
08.1998 - 06.2004
- Served as a liaison between Nursing Department and other departments within the facility.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and disease prevention.
- Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Provided patients with vaccinations with consideration for dosage requirements, contraindications and possible side effects.
- Conducted home visits to ensure compliance with treatment regimens.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that can improve overall health outcomes.
Education
RN-BSN Program -
CAPELLA UNIVERSITY
12.2025
MBA - HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
07.2016
ASSOCIATE DEGREE - NURSING
MARIC COLLEGE
02.1998
BACHELOR OF ARTS - LIBERAL STUDIES
UNIVERSITY OF CA, RIVERSIDE
06.1995
Skills
- Case Management
- UM Review
- Patient care planning
- Patient care assessment
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Team Collaboration
- Leadership and administration
- Quality improvement
- Regulatory compliance
- Project management
- Business administration
- Healthcare project management
- Team collaboration
- Clinical supervision
- Quality assurance
References
- KATHY VICTA, 858.254.0339, Legacy Home Health & Rehabilitation Administrator
- PARKER VAN DYCK, 323.493.2190, Kaiser Permanente WLA UM Manager
Timeline
RN Case Manager (CM) Inpatient in UM
Kaiser Permanente Hospital
02.2023 - Current
Assistant Regional Administrator
Paramount Home Health and Hospice
05.2017 - 01.2018
DPCS/RN Case Manager
Paramount Home Health and Hospice Care
09.2015 - 08.2018
DPCS
Together Hospice Care
01.2012 - 08.2015
Clinical Supervisor
CareSouth Home Health
01.2011 - 06.2014
Director of Education
Promise Hospital
08.2009 - 01.2011
Advanced Clinician Charge Nurse
Sharp Grossmont Hospital
03.2006 - 08.2012
DPCS
Lorian Health Systems Home Health
07.2004 - 02.2006
Staff Nurse II/CDI
County of SD Health & Human Services
08.1998 - 06.2004
RN-BSN Program -
CAPELLA UNIVERSITY
MBA - HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
ASSOCIATE DEGREE - NURSING
MARIC COLLEGE
BACHELOR OF ARTS - LIBERAL STUDIES
UNIVERSITY OF CA, RIVERSIDE
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