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Cari Hansen

Heber,UT

Summary

Diligent Nursing professional with demonstrated background of success in home health and hospice care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment. Smart Utilization Review Nurse considered critical thinker and problem-solver due to dynamic patient care planning and understanding of Medicare guidelines.

Professional with strong background in nursing leadership, prepared to drive impactful healthcare outcomes. Focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs, and reliable. Skilled in patient care management, staff training and development, and regulatory compliance. Known for effective communication, strategic planning, and fostering positive work environment.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Renew Hospice
03.2025 - Current
  • Coordinated patient care plans to ensure comprehensive service delivery.
  • Assessed patient needs and developed individualized treatment strategies.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans as necessary.
  • Educated families on end-of-life care options and support resources.
  • Managed documentation and compliance with regulatory standards effectively.
  • Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
  • Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
  • Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
  • Participated in on-call rotations to deliver after-hours care.
  • Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
  • Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.

Unit Manager

City Creek Post Acute
10.2023 - 03.2025
  • Directed nursing staff to ensure high-quality resident care and compliance with health regulations.
  • Implemented training programs to enhance clinical skills and foster professional development among nursing team.
  • Developed and monitored patient care plans to optimize health outcomes for residents.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to streamline communication and improve patient safety initiatives.
  • Developed and maintained nursing staff schedules to optimize coverage and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to establish individualized care plans for residents.
  • Mentored nursing staff, fostering professional growth and adherence to best practices.
  • Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
  • Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.

Worked closely with administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.

Director of Nursing

Covington Senior Living
03.2025 - 2026
  • Directed nursing staff to ensure high-quality resident care and compliance with health regulations.
  • Implemented training programs to enhance clinical skills and foster professional development among nursing team.
  • Developed and monitored patient care plans to optimize health outcomes for residents.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to streamline communication and improve patient safety initiatives.
  • Developed and maintained nursing staff schedules to optimize coverage and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to establish individualized care plans for residents.
  • Mentored nursing staff, fostering professional growth and adherence to best practices.
  • Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
  • Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
  • Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Utah Valley University
Orem, UT
1999

Skills

  • Chronic disease management
  • Documentation proficiency
  • Case management
  • Patient assessments
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Patient care plans
  • Discharge planning coordination
  • Home care
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Hospice and Palliative Care
  • IV Drug Therapy Management
  • Acute and Rehabilitative Care
  • Patient and Family Advocacy
  • Patient Care
  • Patient Discharging
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Gastrostomy Tube Care
  • Staff Supervision
  • Diabetes and Nutrition Education
  • Medication Distribution
  • Feeding Pumps Understanding
  • Medical Laboratory Procedures
  • Leadership and guidance
  • Quality improvement
  • Strong work ethic
  • Process improvements

Certification

  • Registered Nurse in Utah, License number-286191-3102
  • CPR certified through American Heart Association

Timeline

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Renew Hospice
03.2025 - Current

Director of Nursing

Covington Senior Living
03.2025 - 2026

Unit Manager

City Creek Post Acute
10.2023 - 03.2025

Associate of Science - Nursing

Utah Valley University