Ayanna Vickery
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Adaptable and driven with strong work ethic and ability to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings. Compassionate Nurse Care Manager offering years of experience working with many different patient populations including MLTC Plans, Geriatric and Pediatric patients and caregivers . Committed to working collaboratively with health plan, leadership, and department coordinators to achieve highest quality of patient satisfaction. Well-versed in developing individualized care plans and advocating patient welfare.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Care Manager & Home Care Nursing
VNSNY
New York, NY
08.2023 - Current
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
- Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions post hospitalization.
- Aligned nursing goals with department objectives to enhance overall performance metrics within the healthcare facility.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
UAS Nurse Assessor
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing personalized care plans.
- Identified areas for improvement in patient care by analyzing assessment data and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Minimized potential complications by promptly identifying warning signs during assessments and responding appropriately to emergent situations.
- Conducted specialized assessments for various populations such as geriatric or pediatric patients, tailoring approaches accordingly for optimal results.
- Conducted regular audits of assessment documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards.
- Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
Pediatric Nurse
Greater New York Nursing Services
07.2020 - 04.2022
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments to maintain optimal patient health and recovery.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by effectively managing complex pediatric cases in home environment.
- Documented clinical findings accurately and thoroughly in electronic medical records, ensuring seamless information exchange among healthcare providers.
- Handled medication administration, ventilation monitoring and wound care.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
LPN Field Nurse
True Care Home Health Care
08.2018 - 07.2021
- Managed complex wound care for improved healing rates and reduced infection risk
- Conducted home visits to monitor patient status, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal health outcomes.
- Dispensed and administered patients' medications following care plans and physician's orders.
- Organized and updated patient charts and records by reporting vitals, medical history, treatment plans, current medications, medication reactions, allergies and health status information.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Home Health Aide
Personal Touch Home Health Care
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques in order to provide seamless continuity of care between shifts or visits.
- Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BSN-Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN01.2023
Associate of Science - ASN-Registered Nurse
Jersey College
Teterboro, NJ01.2022
Practical Nurse - LPN
VEEB Nassau County School of Practical Nursing
Hicksville, United States01.2018
Skills
- Quality Improvement
- Community health UAS
- Chronic Disease Management
- Appointment Scheduling
- 65 WPM Typing speed
- Microsoft
- EMR
- Health screening
- Data Collection
- Care Planning
- Case Management
- Medication Administration
- Call triaging
Timeline
RN Care Manager & Home Care Nursing
VNSNY
08.2023 - Current
UAS Nurse Assessor
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
08.2022 - 08.2023
Pediatric Nurse
Greater New York Nursing Services
07.2020 - 04.2022
LPN Field Nurse
True Care Home Health Care
08.2018 - 07.2021
Home Health Aide
Personal Touch Home Health Care
01.2013 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - BSN-Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - ASN-Registered Nurse
Jersey College
Practical Nurse - LPN
VEEB Nassau County School of Practical Nursing