Cassandra Hemby
Winter Haven
Summary
Dynamic Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Highlands Advanced Rheumatology, excelling in chronic disease management and treatment plan development. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring optimal patient care. Skilled in medication administration and care coordination, fostering patient education and self-management strategies for improved health outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
APRN
Highlands Advanced Rheumatology
Avon Park
08.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address complex rheumatologic conditions.
- Educated patients on treatment options and self-management strategies for chronic diseases.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Administered medications and therapies according to established protocols.
- Developed individualized treatment plans in collaboration with healthcare teams.
- Utilized electronic health records for documentation and patient management efficiently.
APRN
Florida Cancer Specialist
Sebring
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care delivery.
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized care plans.
- Utilize electronic health records to document patient information accurately.
- Monitor and evaluate treatment effectiveness through regular follow-ups.
- Examined patients and studied symptoms to diagnose conditions.
- Modified treatment and care plans, as necessary.
UM RN
Humana
Lakeland
08.2020 - 08.2024
- Utilization review of Florida Medicaid IP admission
- MCG certified
RN Case Manager
Good Shepherd Hospice
Winter Haven
09.2018 - 08.2021
- Assessment and evaluation of hospice patient
- Arrange care for patient in home
- Manage medication and speak with providers and ancillary health providers
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams for optimal support.
- Monitored and documented patient progress in electronic health records.
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized care strategies.
RN Case Manager/Infusion
United Health Group
Winter Haven
01.2019 - 08.2020
- Case manage patient with chronic and acute medical conditions
- Assessment and education
- Perform IV infusion in patient home, PORT and PICC care in patient home
- Lab draw
RN/Oncology
Winter Haven Hospital
Winter Haven
08.2015 - 09.2018
- Provide patient care in inpatient setting to oncology patients.
- Medication administration, chemo administration.
- Patient education
- Assessment
- Trach care, chest tube care, wound care
LPN
Supplemental Health Care
Lakeland
03.2013 - 08.2015
- Provide care to patient in home setting
- Assess patient and educate patient on disease process and medications
- Perform wound care as ordered by physician
- Monitor blood glucose and administers insulin as ordered
- Identified problems and notified physician of exacerbation of symptoms
LPN/ Care Coordinator
Department of Defense
Fort Wainwright
03.2012 - 02.2013
- Manage soldiers not fit for duty and arrange medical appointments
- Counsel soldiers on medical condition and what medications must be taken
Wound Care LPN
Diversified Clinical Solutions
Lakeland
07.2008 - 03.2012
- Provide wound care to patient in outpatient setting
- Assess and monitor wound for signs of infection
- Apply compression wraps as ordered by physician
- Apply wound vac as ordered by physician
Special needs LPN
Polk County School Board
Lakeland
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Provide care to special need students including tube feedings, diabetic management, seizure protocol
Education
MSN - Family Nurse Practioner
Spring Arbor University
Ann Arbor, MI05.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Polk State Collage
Winter Haven, FL07.2020
Diploma -
Warren Township High School
Gurnee, ILSkills
- Medication administration
- Care coordination
- Chronic disease management
- Treatment plan development
- Joint arthrocentesis
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
APRN
Highlands Advanced Rheumatology
08.2024 - Current
APRN
Florida Cancer Specialist
10.2023 - 08.2024
UM RN
Humana
08.2020 - 08.2024
RN Case Manager/Infusion
United Health Group
01.2019 - 08.2020
RN Case Manager
Good Shepherd Hospice
09.2018 - 08.2021
RN/Oncology
Winter Haven Hospital
08.2015 - 09.2018
LPN
Supplemental Health Care
03.2013 - 08.2015
LPN/ Care Coordinator
Department of Defense
03.2012 - 02.2013
Wound Care LPN
Diversified Clinical Solutions
07.2008 - 03.2012
Special needs LPN
Polk County School Board
01.2008 - 01.2009
MSN - Family Nurse Practioner
Spring Arbor University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Polk State Collage
Diploma -
Warren Township High School