Brandy Cherry, LPN
Columbus
Summary
Passionate Nurse with over 7 years of experience in utilization management. Dedicated and well-qualified, offering proven skills in patient care, and treatment implementation. Critical thinker and problem-solver with understanding of CMS guidelines. Known for being a team player and having great rapport with members, patients and providers.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Westerwood
12.2023 - Current
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
Agency LPN
ShiftMed
04.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided direct patient care at various skilled nursing facilities throughout the state of Ohio.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
LPN
Mill Run Care Center
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
LPN
Cherry Blossom Senior Living
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Increased nursing team cohesiveness through active participation in staff meetings and open communication with colleagues.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
LPN
Feridean Commons
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
Care Review Clinician (Prior Authorizations)
Molina Healthcare
07.2015 - 03.2023
- Analyzes clinical service requests to ensure optimum outcomes, cost effectiveness and compliance with all state and federal regulations and guidelines.
- Reviewed patient medical records to determine if requested services are medically necessary and appropriate for the diagnosis.
- Researched complex cases that require additional information before determining approval and denial status.
- Prepared detailed reports related to utilization management activities such as pre-authorization reviews, appeals, denials.
- Communicated with case managers and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans and outcomes.
- Processes prior authorization requests within required timelines and refers appropriate requests to medical directors and/or other multidisciplinary team members.
LPN
Inn At Winchester Trail
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
- Initiated emergency measures when required for critical cases.
- Ordered diagnostic tests such as X-ray, electrocardiogram or other lab workup as per doctor's instructions.
Education
Nursing Diploma - Practical Nursing
Hondros College of Nursing
Westerville, OH12.2017
Skills
- Managed Care
- Utilization Management
- Critical Thinking
- Excellent verbal and Communication
- Staff Supervision
- Patient Care
- ICD-10
- Case Management
- Wound care
- Medication Administration
- MCG/InterQual/Point Click Care
- Microsoft Office
Certification
Basic Life support for healthcare provider (BLS)
Activities
YWCA Family Center Volunteer, Columbus, Ohio 2017
Timeline
LPN
Westerwood
12.2023 - Current
LPN
Mill Run Care Center
07.2023 - 09.2023
Agency LPN
ShiftMed
04.2023 - 12.2023
LPN
Cherry Blossom Senior Living
04.2023 - 07.2023
LPN
Feridean Commons
09.2022 - 05.2023
LPN
Inn At Winchester Trail
06.2022 - 09.2022
Care Review Clinician (Prior Authorizations)
Molina Healthcare
07.2015 - 03.2023
Nursing Diploma - Practical Nursing
Hondros College of Nursing
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