Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Associations
Timeline
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Carole Jones

Palm Harbor

Summary

Assets that I bring to the company as a skilled nursing professional with strong background in patient care coordination and healthcare management. Demonstrates expertise in clinical assessment, discharge planning, and patient advocacy. Known for fostering team collaboration, adapting to evolving needs, and delivering meaningful outcomes. Equipped with excellent communication skills, critical thinking, and ability to navigate complex healthcare systems.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Bon Secour Maryville Immaculate Hospital
12.2024 - Current

ED, ICU, PACU, NICU, mother baby, labor and delivery

  • Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
  • Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.

Nurse Medical Case Manager

Aids Health Foundation
11.2023 - Current
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
  • Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.

Utilization Review Nurse & Case Management

University of New Mexico Hospital
03.2024 - 11.2024

Sound team

Utilization Review Nurse & Case Management

Roger Williams Medical Center
01.2023 - 07.2023

ED, ICU, med surg, cardiology, ortho, surgical, oncology

Integrated Case Manager

Sarasota Memorial Hospital
04.2022 - 12.2022

Pulmonology, cardiology

Registered Nurse Case Manager

University of New Mexico Hospital
02.2021 - 12.2021

cardiology, neuro

Utilization Review

St Vincent’s Hospital
10.2021 - 11.2021

entire hospital

  • Worked with utilization review to establish prior authorization for timely discharges.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with trends and best practices in utilization review, bringing new insights back to the organization.
  • Reduced instances of denied claims due to insufficient documentation by meticulously verifying the accuracy of all submitted materials during the utilization review process.
  • Increased efficiency of the utilization review process through regular communication with insurance companies for timely authorizations.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices in the utilization review process, improving overall decision-making accuracy and effectiveness.

Utilization Review Nurse & Case Management

Dignity Health
01.2021 - 04.2021

Utilization Review Nurse & Case Management

Bayfront Hospital
12.2020 - 02.2021

RN Case Manager

University of New Mexico Hospital
12.2019 - 09.2020
  • ICU, ED, PACU, Trauma
  • Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
  • Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
  • Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
  • Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective case management and patient education on self-care techniques.
  • Served as a key liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, fostering open communication and trust among all parties involved in the care process.
  • Coordinated care conferences with interdisciplinary team members, ensuring all perspectives were considered in the development of comprehensive treatment plans.
  • Advocated for patients'' rights and preferences, working diligently to align care with individual values and goals.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing timely follow-ups and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating a faster learning curve and increased overall team efficiency.
  • Navigated regulatory requirements effectively, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with relevant laws and guidelines.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the delivery of nursing care within the organization.

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Inova Health Infectious Disease
07.2019 - 10.2019

Psychiatric Charge Nurse/Registered Nurse Case Manager

North Tampa Behavioral Health Hospital
04.2019 - 06.2019
  • Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff by enforcing policies and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Established open lines of communication with patients'' families; regularly updating them about progress and discussing treatment options thereby promoting trust and cooperation.
  • Enhanced staff retention rates by fostering a supportive work culture; recognizing achievements, providing constructive feedback and promoting professional growth opportunities.

Clinical Research Registered Nurse

Professional Healthcare Of Pinellas
10.2018 - 03.2019
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.

Clinical Nurse Writer

Research Masters, Inc
09.2018 - 01.2019
  • Company Overview: REMOTE - PRN
  • REMOTE - PRN

Director of Case Management

United Energy Workers Healthcare
07.2018 - 09.2018
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate client care and reduce case management barriers.
  • Streamlined, standardized and implemented case management processes and techniques to maximize revenue cycle.
  • Created care plans that addressed clinical and financial challenges, family requirements and facilitated patient quality of life.

Pulmonary Registered Nurse

Kindred Hospital, LTAC
02.2018 - 07.2018

Registered Nurse, Occupational Health/RNCM/Clinic Nurse

Premise Health
06.2016 - 12.2017

Cardiac Registered Nurse

Memorial Medical Center
03.2016 - 05.2016

Registered Nurse, Skilled Unit

Seaside Health And Rehabilitation Center
12.2014 - 04.2016

Registered Nurse, Skilled Unit

Freedom Square
05.2015 - 03.2016

Registered Nurse, Home Health Care

Aya Home Health
10.2014 - 12.2014

Community Health Nurse

Healthy Schools
07.2014 - 10.2014

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Southeastern College
St Petersburg, FL
12.2013

Skills

  • Utilization review
  • Remote work experience
  • Case Management & Discharge Planning
  • Concurrent reviews
  • Retrospective reviews
  • Skilled in Meditech 60
  • Skilled in EPIC
  • Skilled in Cerner
  • Skilled in Interqual
  • Skilled in Milliman
  • Skilled in Tigertext
  • Patient and Family Advocacy
  • Patient Education
  • Physician Education
  • Peer Education
  • Care Plan Development
  • Referrals
  • Insurance Knowledge
  • ELNEC Certified (End-of-Life-Care)
  • Evaluation
  • Proficiency with Word
  • Proficiency with Excel
  • Proficiency with Outlook
  • Proficiency with PowerPoint
  • Case documentation
  • InterQual criteria

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of 10 in the development of meeting and exceeding goal for initial assessments within 24 hours of admission: from 84% to 96% in 2 months.
  • Achieved discharge goals through effectively helping with insurance authorization for needs.
  • Used clinical knowledge and evidence-based knowledge to create questions for the NCLEX testing program.
  • Effectively completed research on products that went on to become FDA approved.

Certification

  • Registered Nurse, FL (compact) and Rhode Island, RN93801, 04/30/25
  • BLS, 10/24
  • ELNEC Certified
  • Genetics and Genomics Certification

Associations

  • American Heart Association
  • ANA
  • Florida Nurses Association
  • Alpha Xi Delta
  • ACHA
  • Volunteer Match

Timeline

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Bon Secour Maryville Immaculate Hospital
12.2024 - Current

Utilization Review Nurse & Case Management

University of New Mexico Hospital
03.2024 - 11.2024

Nurse Medical Case Manager

Aids Health Foundation
11.2023 - Current

Utilization Review Nurse & Case Management

Roger Williams Medical Center
01.2023 - 07.2023

Integrated Case Manager

Sarasota Memorial Hospital
04.2022 - 12.2022

Utilization Review

St Vincent’s Hospital
10.2021 - 11.2021

Registered Nurse Case Manager

University of New Mexico Hospital
02.2021 - 12.2021

Utilization Review Nurse & Case Management

Dignity Health
01.2021 - 04.2021

Utilization Review Nurse & Case Management

Bayfront Hospital
12.2020 - 02.2021

RN Case Manager

University of New Mexico Hospital
12.2019 - 09.2020

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Inova Health Infectious Disease
07.2019 - 10.2019

Psychiatric Charge Nurse/Registered Nurse Case Manager

North Tampa Behavioral Health Hospital
04.2019 - 06.2019

Clinical Research Registered Nurse

Professional Healthcare Of Pinellas
10.2018 - 03.2019

Clinical Nurse Writer

Research Masters, Inc
09.2018 - 01.2019

Director of Case Management

United Energy Workers Healthcare
07.2018 - 09.2018

Pulmonary Registered Nurse

Kindred Hospital, LTAC
02.2018 - 07.2018

Registered Nurse, Occupational Health/RNCM/Clinic Nurse

Premise Health
06.2016 - 12.2017

Cardiac Registered Nurse

Memorial Medical Center
03.2016 - 05.2016

Registered Nurse, Skilled Unit

Freedom Square
05.2015 - 03.2016

Registered Nurse, Skilled Unit

Seaside Health And Rehabilitation Center
12.2014 - 04.2016

Registered Nurse, Home Health Care

Aya Home Health
10.2014 - 12.2014

Community Health Nurse

Healthy Schools
07.2014 - 10.2014

Associate of Science - Nursing

Southeastern College
Carole Jones