Candice Cherry, RN
Fort Mohave,AZ
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse Case Manager with 10+ years of experience dedicated to quality care of diverse patients. Skillfully blend hands-on skills with advanced background in hospital and home health settings. Work effectively with the multidisciplinary team, all levels of healthcare providers and physicians. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
07.2019 - 04.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Provided care and education for patient's in their homes as an RN Case Manager in the home health setting
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with physicians and other disciplines such as PT, OT to establish an effective and patient-centered plan of care
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient encounters, supporting accurate billing practices and data-driven decision making.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
- Documented OASIS SOC, ROC, re-certs, and discharges timely and thoroughly while remaining compliant with Medicare guidelines
- Contributed to the overall success of the home health agency by maintaining high levels of patient satisfaction and positive outcomes.
- Identified early warning signs of patient deterioration or complications, promptly notifying physicians to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from hospital discharge to home-based care by coordinating necessary resources and support systems.
- Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
- Implemented effective infection control measures within the home setting, reducing risk of illness transmission among family members.
- Educated and supported home healthcare providers with training, guidance, mentoring and resources required to achieve objectives.
- Initiated SOCs and orchestrated POC based on comprehensive assessments and adding other disciplines if needed
- Managed care from admission to discharge, performing and documenting SOC, ROC, re-certs and discharges as needed
Home Health RN Case Manager
Family Home Health And Hospice
02.2017 - 06.2019
- Managed complex caseloads efficiently by prioritizing tasks, delegating responsibilities to support staff, and maintaining detailed records.
- Expedited wound healing using advanced wound care techniques such as negative pressure therapy or hydrocolloid dressings when appropriate.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through diligent monitoring of patients'' progress and timely interventions in-home settings.
- Promoted a safe living environment for patients by conducting thorough home safety evaluations and recommending necessary modifications or equipment upgrades.
Education
Nursing
Mohave Community College
Kingman, AZSkills
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Education Techniques
- Patient care planning
- Home health care coordination
- Multiple EMR systems and OASIS
Certification
ACLS
BLS
NIHSS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
07.2019 - 04.2024
Home Health RN Case Manager
Family Home Health And Hospice
02.2017 - 06.2019
Nursing
Mohave Community College
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