CASSUNDRA L. STOTHART
Missouri City
Summary
Compassionate RN Case Manager experienced in case management, hospice care, and home health. Improved patient outcomes through effective care coordination, communication, and comprehensive care strategies. Focused on delivering high-quality patient care while ensuring regulatory compliance and optimal service delivery.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Case Manager
Allegiance Hospice
Webster
08.2025 - Current
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams.
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized care strategies.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans.
- Coordinated medical services between primary care providers, specialists, hospitals and outpatient clinics.
- Developed discharge plans for patients transitioning from acute care settings to home or alternate facilities.
- Conducted regular home visits to evaluate patient conditions and needs.
- Educated families on disease management and hospice services.
Home Health Nurse
Garden Healthcare
01.2013 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments in home settings.
- Develop individualized care plans and monitor patient progress.
- Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans and disease management.
- Provided personalized nursing care to patients in home environments.
- Administered medications and monitored patient health status regularly.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care plans.
- Documented patient progress and changes in medical conditions accurately.
Hospice & Hospital Staffing Nurse
Accucare Staffing
01.1999 - Current
- Delivered nursing care in hospice, hospital, and specialty care environments.
- Adapted quickly to diverse patient populations and clinical settings.
- Maintained high standards of patient safety and quality care.
Director of Nursing
New Vision Hospice
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Directed clinical operations and nursing services for hospice patients.
- Supervised nursing staff and maintained compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Oversaw nursing staff to ensure quality patient care and compliance with regulations.
- Developed nursing protocols aligned with hospice care best practices and standards.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to enhance communication and collaboration.
- Managed staffing schedules to maintain optimal nurse-to-patient ratios at all times.
Medical-Surgical/COVID Staff Nurse
United Memorial Medical Center
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Provided direct patient care in medical-surgical and COVID units.
- Assessed patient conditions and implemented treatment plans.
- Collaborated with physicians and healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders in a busy hospital setting.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans and ensure quality care.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the medical staff promptly.
- Assisted in surgical procedures by preparing instruments and maintaining sterile environments.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
Patient Access Coordinator
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Coordinated patient access to oncology services and resources.
- Facilitated communication among patients, providers, and support services.
- Ensured efficient scheduling and continuity of care.
- Facilitated patient registrations and updates in electronic health records system.
- Coordinated insurance verifications and authorizations for patient services.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing patient inquiries effectively.
- Scheduled appointments and managed clinic calendars for multiple departments.
Care Coordinator – Hospice
Berry Healthcare Staffing
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Coordinated hospice services and interdisciplinary patient care.
- Assisted patients and families with care planning and support services.
- Ensured compliance with hospice care standards.
Case Manager
Evercare
01.1999 - 01.2005
- Managed complex patient cases and coordinated healthcare services.
- Conducted assessments, utilization reviews, and discharge planning.
- Promoted cost-effective care while improving patient outcomes.
Case Manager
Amerigroup
01.1998 - 01.1999
- Coordinated care plans for members with complex healthcare needs.
- Conducted patient assessments and quality reviews.
- Collaborated with providers to improve continuity of care.
Precertification Nurse
Sisters of Charity
01.1996 - 01.1998
- Performed utilization review and precertification assessments.
- Ensured compliance with payer requirements and clinical guidelines.
- Monitored patient vital signs to ensure ongoing health and safety.
- Provided compassionate care and emotional support to patients and families.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
Staff Nurse
Texas Children’s Hospice
01.1993 - 01.1996
- Delivered compassionate hospice and end-of-life care, ensuring patient comfort and dignity.
- Administered medications and treatments following established care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Maintained compassionate, patient-centered nursing practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies.
- Supported patients and families through the care continuum.
- Guided families through hospice services and end-of-life options, enhancing understanding and support.
- Ensured compliance by maintaining precise patient records and documentation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, TX 06.2005 - 01.2008
Associate Degree - Nursing
San Jacinto College
Houston, TexasLicensed Vocational Nurse -
Houston Community College
Houston, TexasSkills
- Case management
- Patient assessment
- Discharge Planning
- Patient Advocacy
- Care coordination
- Outlook
- Quality assurance
- Clinical Documentation
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Telephone Triage
- Managed care
- Hospice & Palliative Care
- Palliative care
- Utilization review
- Healthcare compliance
- Healthcare regulations
- Epic
- KanTime
- Homecare Homebase
- InterQual
- Electronic records
- Health records
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Outlook
- Lotus Notes
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Patient Advocacy
- Patient education
- Time management
- Utilization review
- HIPAA compliance
- Palliative care
- Healthcare regulations
- Disease management
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), Texas, 743703
- Basic Life Support (BLS), Current
Professional Highlights
- More than 25 years of nursing and healthcare leadership experience.
- Extensive expertise in hospice, case management, utilization review, and home health.
- Strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and managed care programs.
- Skilled in chart audits, quality improvement initiatives, and evidence-based practice.
- Proven ability to manage high patient volumes while maintaining accurate documentation and regulatory compliance.
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Allegiance Hospice
08.2025 - Current
Director of Nursing
New Vision Hospice
01.2024 - 01.2025
Medical-Surgical/COVID Staff Nurse
United Memorial Medical Center
01.2020 - 01.2023
Home Health Nurse
Garden Healthcare
01.2013 - Current
Patient Access Coordinator
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
01.2011 - 01.2013
Care Coordinator – Hospice
Berry Healthcare Staffing
01.2009 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
06.2005 - 01.2008
Hospice & Hospital Staffing Nurse
Accucare Staffing
01.1999 - Current
Case Manager
Evercare
01.1999 - 01.2005
Case Manager
Amerigroup
01.1998 - 01.1999
Precertification Nurse
Sisters of Charity
01.1996 - 01.1998
Staff Nurse
Texas Children’s Hospice
01.1993 - 01.1996
Associate Degree - Nursing
San Jacinto College
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Houston Community College