Ann Fanning
Austin,TX
Summary
Dynamic Private Duty Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Team Select Homecare, excelling in medication administration and patient assessment. Proven ability to develop tailored care plans and foster strong relationships, enhancing patient comfort and independence. Skilled in clinical documentation and committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance, ensuring optimal health outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Duty Registered Nurse
Team Select Homecare
10.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted patients with daily activities, promoting independence and comfort in home settings.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies and medication adherence.
- Documented patient progress and identified changes in condition for timely interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of medical supplies, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Supported emotional well-being through active listening and compassionate communication techniques.
- Adapted quickly to diverse patient needs, demonstrating flexibility in dynamic homecare environments.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, resulting in positive feedback from families.
- Administered medications accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper dosages and timely treatments.
- Prepared visit notes, updated and summarized client records and conferred with health care disciplines in providing coordinated client care.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between hospital discharge and home-based care through thorough communication with all parties involved.
- Promoted proper nutrition by preparing balanced meals tailored specifically to individual dietary needs.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assessed patient needs routinely, adjusting care plans as necessary for the best results.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients and families to support comprehensive social, mental and physical care.
- Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons, and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Legal Nurse Consultant
The Carlson Law Firm
11.2021 - 07.2023
- Analyzed medical records to identify relevant information for legal cases.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop case strategies based on medical findings.
- Evaluated patient care standards and procedures to ensure compliance with legal requirements.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing complex medical information for legal presentations.
- Conducted research on healthcare regulations impacting litigation processes.
- Facilitated communication between medical professionals and legal teams for case clarity.
- Reviewed deposition transcripts to extract pertinent medical details for attorney use.
- Enhanced attorney understanding of complex medical issues by creating clear and concise reports detailing case analysis findings.
- Nurtured ongoing relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business for the firm due to consistent high-quality work delivered within agreed-upon timeframes.
- Streamlined litigation processes through meticulous organization and management of large volumes of medical documents.
- Facilitated the development of strategic litigation plans by performing a comprehensive assessment of each case''s strengths and weaknesses.
- Collaborated efficiently with multidisciplinary teams, including attorneys, paralegals, and healthcare professionals to achieve favorable case results.
- Provided valuable input during pre-trial conferences based on a deep understanding of both medical terminology and legal processes.
- Supported legal counsel in pursuing cases involving nursing home neglect or abuse through detailed analysis of patient care records and relevant facility policies.
- Increased the likelihood of positive case resolution through prompt identification of potential areas for settlement negotiations or alternative dispute resolution strategies.
- Utilized strong communication skills to liaise between legal professionals, patients, family members, and healthcare providers throughout the duration of cases.
- Assisted in trial preparation activities, including drafting deposition questions and preparing exhibits that clearly demonstrated key points in the case.
Pirate Duty Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
04.2014 - 11.2021
- Monitored vital signs regularly to detect and address potential health concerns promptly.
- Scheduled appointments and transported patients to medical facilities using personal transportation.
- Managed wound care meticulously, preventing infections and promoting healing effectively.
- Conducted regular check-ins with family members regarding patient status updates, fostering trustful relationships.
- Administered prescribed medication and treatment as permitted by state and local regulations in accordance with physician orders.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting dignity and independence.
- Documented patient assessment, evaluation and responses to therapy to facilitate therapeutic intervention.
- Initiated emergency response measures when necessary, demonstrating quick thinking under pressure situations.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize injury risk among vulnerable patients.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient progress, contributing to seamless continuity of care across shifts.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD12-1992
Skills
- Home safety evaluation
- Home health nursing
- Nebulizer treatments
- HIPAA compliance
- Catheter care
- Clinical documentation
- Vital sign monitoring
- Physical assessment
- Pressure ulcer management
- Gastrostomy care
- Ventilator monitoring
- Medication administration
- Geriatric care
- Care plan development
- Tracheostomy care
- Seizure management
- Pediatric care
- Oxygen administration
- Ventilator management
- Medical documentation
Timeline
Private Duty Registered Nurse
Team Select Homecare
10.2025 - Current
Legal Nurse Consultant
The Carlson Law Firm
11.2021 - 07.2023
Pirate Duty Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
04.2014 - 11.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of South Dakota