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Carol Detwiler

Albuquerque,NM

Summary

Desire a position in which to use a lifetime of nursing experience to provide care for patients and families at end of life as either an

RN Case Manager or On call Triage Nurse. Bring multiple skills and experiences which will help build and maintain an agency's reputation and promote referral sources. Compassionate and caring communication consistently develops strong relationships with patients, families, clinical staff and community resources. Believe in doing the right thing even when no one is looking.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Triage Registered Nurse

505-872-2300
03.2017 - Current
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing timely and accurate telephone triage services.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure approprIate implementation of care plans to manage end of life symptoms
  • Reduced emergency room visits by effectively assessing and prioritizing patient needs over the phone.
  • Increased efficiency in triage call handling through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Provide effective communication with patients, families, physicians, clinical staff, vendors and referral sources.
  • Promoted a seamless healthcare experience for patients and families after hours

Telephone Triage Registered Nurse

Hospice Of The Sandias
03.2008 - 03.2017
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing timely and accurate telephone triage services.
  • Reduced emergency room visits by effectively assessing and prioritizing patient needs over the phone.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure appropriate care plans are followed to manage end of life symptoms..
  • Provided exceptional customer service to callers, establishing trust and rapport while addressing their health concerns.
  • Effectively communicated with patients, families, clinical staff, physicians, providers, vendors and referral sources.
  • Promoted a seamless healthcare experience for patients and families after hours..

Education

Gerontological Nurse Practitioner Certification - Gerontology

University of Washington
Seattle, WA
09.1982

Diploma Nursing Degree - Registered Nurse Diploma

Regina School of Nursing
Albuquerque, NM
08.1969

High School Diploma -

Highland High School
Albuquerque, NM
05.1963

Skills

  • Patient Management of end of life symptoms
  • Accurate EMR documentation
  • Effective communications
  • Team player
  • Skilled assessments

Timeline

Triage Registered Nurse

505-872-2300
03.2017 - Current

Telephone Triage Registered Nurse

Hospice Of The Sandias
03.2008 - 03.2017

Gerontological Nurse Practitioner Certification - Gerontology

University of Washington

Diploma Nursing Degree - Registered Nurse Diploma

Regina School of Nursing

High School Diploma -

Highland High School
Carol Detwiler