April Tharp
Jennings,FL
Summary
Accomplished registered nurse case manager with several years of experience dedicated to quality care of diverse patients. Smoothly blend hands-on skills with advanced clinical background. Successful at working with all levels of healthcare providers, physicians and administrators to address patient needs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Case Manager
Suwannee Valley Nursing Center
Jasper, FL
12.2019 - Current
- Provided direct patient care and management of acute medical issues in a timely manner.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated individualized nursing care plans for each patient.
- Developed relationships with patients to ensure they received the highest quality of care.
- Collaborated with physicians, social workers and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients.
- Monitored patient progress through regular follow-up appointments and assessments.
- Created detailed documentation of patient health history including lab results, treatments and medications prescribed.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions according to established protocols.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss treatment options for complex cases.
- Facilitated referrals for specialized services such as physical therapy or hospice care when needed.
- Provided education and counseling on health promotion, risk reduction strategies, disease prevention and self-care techniques to patients and their families.
- Analyzed test results and communicated findings to physicians in order to develop effective treatment plans.
- Acted as an advocate for patient rights during hospital stays or other clinical encounters.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when assessing new information or changes in a patient's condition.
- Managed caseloads involving multiple chronic illnesses across various settings such as hospitals, long-term care facilities or private homes.
- Coordinated discharge planning with multidisciplinary teams ensuring safe transitions back into the community.
- Developed patient care plans, overall patient health assessments and evaluations.
- Actively participated in family and patient planning processes.
- Updated and maintained discharge plan of care with physician, members of healthcare team, patients and families.
LPN, Marketer
Suwannee Valley Nursing Center
Jasper, FL
09.2017 - 12.2019
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
- Developed and implemented marketing plans and strategies to boost company visibility.
- Provided support in the planning, coordination, and execution of promotional campaigns.
- Organized events such as conferences, trade shows, seminars, and webinars.
- Evaluated success of campaigns by tracking relevant KPIs and metrics.
- Performed administrative tasks such as maintaining records of expenses incurred during campaigns.
- Identified potential partners for joint ventures or promotional initiatives.
- Created daily social media posts to build robust brand presence on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
- Delivered administrative support services to improve marketing efforts.
LPN Charge Nurse
Suwannee Valley Nursing Center
Jasper, FL
08.2011 - 09.2017
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Performed routine checks on equipment used for patient care.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- Coordinated shift schedules and assigned duties to LPNs and CNAs based on qualifications.
- Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
- Monitored medication administration for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of treatment plan.
- Reviewed lab results and made appropriate recommendations for further testing or treatment.
- Carried out physician orders accurately while adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
- Precepted new staff nurses to provide education on hospital policies and procedures, patient care skills, medical procedures and techniques and patient assessments and interventions.
- Collaborated with supervisor to prepare nursing assessment summaries and health care plans.
Education
Registered Nursing
Excelsior College
Albany, NY12-2019
Skills
- Patient Advocacy
- Service Coordination
- Medical evaluation
- Medical assessment
- Drug calculations
- Patient care planning
- Discharge Planning
- Referral Coordination
- Medical Records Management
- Care Plan Development
- Case Management
- Direct Patient Care
- Staff Management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Case Manager
Suwannee Valley Nursing Center
12.2019 - Current
LPN, Marketer
Suwannee Valley Nursing Center
09.2017 - 12.2019
LPN Charge Nurse
Suwannee Valley Nursing Center
08.2011 - 09.2017
Registered Nursing
Excelsior College
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