Barbara DeWitt, RN
Waynesburg,Ohio
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate seeking management position in Home Care or Hospice. Successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. Dedicated Nursing professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Implementation Specialist
Alternate Solutions Health Network
Kettering, Ohio
09.2019 - 08.2022
- Trained new staff in use of Homecare Homebase and PointCare electronic medical record system
- Delivered exceptionally high level of professionalism and support to each clinician, upholding company's commitment to service.
- Followed up with clinicians to verify optimal clinician success following support engagement and problem resolution.
- Trained clinical managers and clinical field staff liaisons.
- Performed as replacement staff such as clinical manager, clinical filed staff liaison and field staff when needed.
RN Supervisor
The Pines Health Care Center
Canton, OH
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Managed infection control and critical incidents, documenting and reporting to Director and Physicians
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
RN Case Manager
Mercy Medical Homecare And Hospice
Canton, Ohio
11.2017 - 12.2018
- Used Homecare Homebase and PointCare to maintain database of relevant information for practitioners to access and coordinate patient care.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Identified care needs of individual patients and coordinated responses based on physician advice, insurance limitations and procedural costs.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans.
- Initiated appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures.
RN Case Manager
Advantage Home Health Services
Canton, OH
05.2017 - 10.2017
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Identified care needs of individual patients and coordinated responses based on physician advice, insurance limitations and procedural costs.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans.
- Initiated appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care, administer tests and monitor patient status.
RN Case Manager
Mercy Medical Home Health And Hospice
Canton, OH
06.2016 - 05.2017
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Identified care needs of individual patients and coordinated responses based on physician advice, insurance limitations and procedural costs.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans.
- Initiated appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures.
- Took active role in patient and family planning process, detailing instructions and responding appropriately and effectively to questions and concerns.
Clinical Supervisor
Absolute Hospice
Canton, OH
01.2015 - 11.2015
- Implemented new policies and educated staff on changes.
- Provided leadership, education and organizational structure to the Interdisciplinary team which led to a direct increase in census of 429% in 10 months.
- Directed and trained Social Worker, Chaplain, Volunteer Coordinator, After-Hours staff, Nurses, STNA’s, and Administrative assistants
- Monitored quality assurance
- Perform billing and pharmacy reconciliation, implemented a new program that saved the company 50% of the previous monthly cost of medications
Assistant Clinical Director
Crossroads Hospice
Green, OH
06.2011 - 01.2015
- Interacted effectively with clinical staff and patients by using active listening and interpersonal skills.
- Provided guidance, instruction, direction and leadership for RN's, LPN's and STNA's. Under my direction, the team increased corporate compliance by 100%.
- Directed and supervised After-Hours staff of 65+ members with census of 520+ clients
- Managed multi-disciplinary team of 30 staff and team census of 120+ clients, used team building exercises and one to one meetings to increase employee retention and satisfaction
- Implemented ongoing learning strategies supervised hands-on sessions to improve nurses and staff understanding of best care practices.
RN Supervisor
Green Meadows Health And Wellness Center
Louisville, OH
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Managed infection control and critical incidents and reported to Director
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Provided direction and supervision for LPN's and STNA's.
Telemetry RN
Affinity Hospital Medical Center
Massillon, OH
08.2009 - 03.2010
- Observed patient health and side effects from treatments and medications, noting all details in patient chart.
- Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians.
- Provided patients with information on such subjects as side effects from medications and benefits of proper nutrition to help promote better outcomes.
- Performed hourly rounds on 36-bed floor to monitor equipment function and lead placement.
- Supervised LPN's and Patient Care Technicians
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Aultman College of Nursing And Health Sciences
Canton, OH05.2009
Skills
- Highly proficient in Homecare Homebase and Pointcare
- Customer service expert
- Multitasking Abilities
- Researching and writing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's)
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Written Communication
- Cultural Awareness
- Self-Motivated
- Training and Development
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 65+ staff members.
- After state survey that placed company in jeopardy status, I Assisted with reorganization and education of clinicians earning me promotion from Case Manager to Assistant Clinical Director.
- Nominated by 5 client families for local Nurse of The Year award.
- Licensed Registered Nurse in Ohio, Virginia, and Michigan
Additional Information
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Homecare Homebase
- Pointcare
Timeline
Implementation Specialist
Alternate Solutions Health Network
09.2019 - 08.2022
RN Supervisor
The Pines Health Care Center
09.2018 - 09.2019
RN Case Manager
Mercy Medical Homecare And Hospice
11.2017 - 12.2018
RN Case Manager
Advantage Home Health Services
05.2017 - 10.2017
RN Case Manager
Mercy Medical Home Health And Hospice
06.2016 - 05.2017
Clinical Supervisor
Absolute Hospice
01.2015 - 11.2015
Assistant Clinical Director
Crossroads Hospice
06.2011 - 01.2015
RN Supervisor
Green Meadows Health And Wellness Center
01.2010 - 01.2011
Telemetry RN
Affinity Hospital Medical Center
08.2009 - 03.2010
Associate of Science - Nursing
Aultman College of Nursing And Health Sciences
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