Anna Schafer
Grundy Center
Summary
Highly organized case manager with 7+ years of nursing experience. Offering a proven history of successfully advocating for patients and working with practitioners. Passionate about delivering quality care and facilitating efficient healthcare coordination.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2011
2011
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse-case manager
Right at Home
Waterloo
03.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to clients in their homes.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and protocols.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to create personalized care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
- Educated clients and families on health management and wellness practices.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Responded promptly to client needs, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Communicated effectively with healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
- Advocated for patients' needs within the healthcare system to enhance support services.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when assessing new information or changes in a patient's condition.
Registered Nurse- Pre admission screening
The Surgery Center at United Medical Park
Waterloo
08.2022 - 09.2024
- Collaborated with surgeons and anesthesiologists prior to surgical procedures.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and recovery processes.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Charge Nurse
Parkview Manor
Reinbeck
02.2019 - 07.2022
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges for efficient workflow.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions regularly.
- Implemented care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- Managed medication administration and ensured compliance with protocols.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA 01.2016 - 12.2019
Cedar Falls High School
Cedar Falls , IASkills
- Care plan development
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Clinical documentation
- Health education
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Registered Nurse-case manager
Right at Home
03.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse- Pre admission screening
The Surgery Center at United Medical Park
08.2022 - 09.2024
Charge Nurse
Parkview Manor
02.2019 - 07.2022
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Hawkeye Community College
01.2016 - 12.2019
Cedar Falls High School