Brenda K. Finer
Urbandale
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Supervisor, Alternate Administrator
Aveanna Healthcare
07.2024 - Current
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Answered questions and addressed concerns from employees via email, phone and in person.
- Delegated tasks and provided leadership for 15-18 nurses and support personnel.
Telephonic RN Case Manager
Wellpoint Iowa
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Responsible for providing health education, coaching, and treatment decision support for members in a post discharge management role
- Identified gaps or barriers in treatment plans using SDOH
- Provided member education to assist with self management
- Interacted with Medical Directors on challenging cases
- Coordinated home health care, helped with discharge to facilities, and provided DME equipment for members as needed
Registered Nurse
The Iowa Clinic Internal Medicine and Pediatrics
10.2018 - 08.2022
- Assisted physician caring for patients with complex multiple comorbidities from the geriatric population across all ages to special needs pediatric cases
- Scheduled testing, sent referrals, completed prior authorizations, and worked with home health agencies and insurance companies in order to receive the best outcome for patients
- Identified gaps in care and provided options for patients to best meet their needs
- Administered medication and gave appropriate childhood vaccinations
Education
Associates Degree - Nursing
Mercy College of Health Sciences
Des Moines, IA04.2012
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Central College
Pella, IA05.1991
Skills
- 13 years of clinical experience
- Excellent communication skills
- Job performance evaluations
- Patient services coordination
- Patient care oversight
Relatedexperienceandqualifications
Certified in basic CPR and BLS for Healthcare Providers
Timeline
Nursing Supervisor, Alternate Administrator
Aveanna Healthcare
07.2024 - Current
Telephonic RN Case Manager
Wellpoint Iowa
01.2023 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse
The Iowa Clinic Internal Medicine and Pediatrics
10.2018 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Central College
Associates Degree - Nursing
Mercy College of Health Sciences
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