ARIANNA ZORTMAN
Altus Hospice
Austin,TX
3
Certifications
5
years of professional experience
Driven and empathetic healthcare professional with strong commitment to patient care and well-being. Adept at fostering collaborative environments, demonstrating patience, and displaying persuasive communication skills that enhance patient outcomes and team dynamics. Generous nature and deep empathy enable effective support and advocacy for patients and families. Committed to continuous learning and applying comprehensive nursing knowledge to deliver high-quality care.
Work History
Registered Nurse Case Manager
1 Year 2 Months- Assess patient status during hospice visits and update care plans based on changing clinical needs.
- Coordinate with interdisciplinary team members to align treatment goals and daily patient care priorities.
- Document assessments, medication changes, and visit outcomes in the electronic health record.
- Deliver wound care interventions while monitoring healing progress and patient comfort during follow-up visits.
- Educate patients and families on symptom relief measures, care expectations, and when to contact the team.
REGISTERED NURSE, UNIVERSAL NURSING UNIT
8 Months- Manage 3 telemetry checks per shift to track rhythm changes and support timely escalation.
- Prioritize patient assignments according to changing acuity and immediate care needs throughout each shift.
- Perform advanced patient assessments to identify symptoms, changes in condition, and emerging care concerns.
- Collaborate with physicians and care teams to implement best practices and coordinate patient treatment plans.
- Monitor patient progress by evaluating symptoms, treatments, and interventions across the course of care.
REGISTERED NURSE, ICU/IMC
3 Months- Managed daily 3 patient assessments to identify condition changes and respond to complications promptly.
- Carried out direct bedside care, including assessment and evaluation of patients' health status.
- Monitored telemetry and interpreted cardiac rhythms to support timely recognition of patient deterioration.
- Administered IV drips, including Lasix and Heparin, while maintaining safe medication management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and communicate patient updates.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT, ICU
2 Months- Maintained HIPAA compliance while handling patient information and supporting confidentiality across every shift.
- Checked blood sugars and reported abnormal values promptly to the nursing team for timely follow-up.
- Supported patient assessment by observing changes in condition and communicating concerns to licensed staff.
- Reinforced medication administration support by tracking routine care details and escalating changes appropriately.
UNIT SECRETARY
1 Year 1 Month- Maintained patient records and unit files with careful attention to confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
- Coordinated communication between nurses, physicians, and ancillary staff to support smooth unit workflow.
- Processed admissions, transfers, and discharge paperwork with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Monitored telemetry reports and alerted clinical staff to rhythm changes requiring review.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT, MEDICAL SURGICAL UNIT
3 Years- Assisted patients with personal hygiene and comfort tasks while maintaining dignity and safety.
- Communicated clearly with patients, families, and healthcare professionals to support coordinated care.
- Organized patient records and medical charts efficiently to maintain accurate documentation.
- Managed patient flow by coordinating beds and discharge steps for the medical-surgical unit.
- Prepared discharge documents and completed supporting paperwork accurately and on time.
Education
Associate of Science - Pre-Medical
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
Previous Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Telemetry monitoring
Patient assessment
Medication administration
EHR
IV therapy management
Cardiac rhythm interpretation
Critical care monitoring
Patient education
HIPAA compliance
Palliative symptom management
End-of-life care
Wound care
Care coordination
Discharge planning
Interdisciplinary team collaboration
Patient and family education
Certification
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Personal Information
Title: REGISTERED NURSE
Timeline
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Altus Hospice
09.2025 - CurrentRead More
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REGISTERED NURSE, ICU/IMC
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09.2024 - 12.2024Read More
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT, ICU
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06.2024 - 08.2024Read More
UNIT SECRETARY
Shannon Medical center
05.2023 - 06.2024Read More
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT, MEDICAL SURGICAL UNIT
Shannon Medical center
06.2021 - 06.2024Read More
Angelo State University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Howard College
Associate of Science from Pre-Medical
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