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Cathy Schwanz

Cathy Schwanz

Patterson,CA

Summary

With over 15 years of experience in geriatrics, I have developed a specialized focus in home health, utilization management, ICD-10 coding, and acute care within Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) in Modesto. I have successfully managed the care of 1-15 patients at a time, ensuring safe discharges through comprehensive patient management. My responsibilities encompassed conducting detailed history and physical exams, coding services and diagnoses, ordering labs, managing narcotics and routine medications, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate safe patient discharges. Additionally, I worked closely with patients and their families to design and implement personalized care plans aimed at achieving optimal health outcomes. I have established strong, professional relationships with key local facilities, including Vintage Faire, English Oaks, Almond Vista, Golden, Garden City, Valley, and River View Nursing and Rehabilitation.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Physician Assistant-Certified, Geriatric

Allcare IPA
04.2016 - Current
  • Geriatric SNF- physical examinations, ordering and interpreting lab tests, diagnose and establishing plan of care, prescribe medications, wound care, educate patient/families about health conditions/treatment, submit progress notes, discharge summary records, case management, utilization management, ICD-10 coding

Physician Assistant-Certified

Sutter Gould Medical Group
01.2012 - 01.2016
  • Geriatric SNF- physical examinations, ordering and interpreting lab tests, diagnose and establishing plan of care, prescribe medications, wound care, educate patient/families about health conditions/treatment, submit progress notes, discharge summary records, case management, utilization management, ICD-10 coding

Physician Assistant-Certified, Hospitalist

Beaver Medical Group
08.2006 - 01.2012
  • Admissions History and physical, discharge summary, on site management, ICU/Med-Surg/TCU

Registered Nurse- Triage Nurse/Night Supervisor

Scenic Medical Center
05.2003 - 10.2005
  • Telephonic management of patients in a county Family Practice Facility, responsible for scheduling appointments, narcotic count, closing facility, supervision of staff, assist physicians as needed

Registered Nurse, Home Health/ Medical Surgical Floor

Oroville Hospital
11.1999 - 04.2003
  • Admitted new cases, managed ongoing cases, wound care, IV therapy

Registered Nurse, Utilization Management

Sutter Gould Medical Group
01.1997 - 11.1999
  • Review of criteria and coordination of services utilizing McMillian criteria UM for 3 SNF facilities, attended meetings for utilization

Education

Physician Assistant - Family Nurse Practitioner

UC Davis University
Davis, CA
01-2005

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

New York Regency
01-2003

Registered Nursing ASN -

Riverside City College
Riverside, CA
01-1990

Vocational Nursing Certificate -

El Camino College
Torrance, CA
01-1976

Skills

  • Nurse Practitioner & Physician Assistant Expertise
  • Healthcare Regulations Compliance & Ethical Standards
  • Effective Communication & Collaborative Teamwork
  • Clinical Knowledge, Patient Care & Experience
  • Strong Patience, Empathy & Composure Under Pressure
  • Multitasking, Time Management & Prioritization
  • Proficient in EMR Systems: EPIC, ATHENA ONE, PCC
  • Skilled in Office Software: Microsoft Word, Excel

Certification

  • Physician Assistant Licensure
    License #: PA18419, Issue Date: 05/16/06, Expiration: 08/31/25
  • Family Nurse Practitioner Licensure
    License #: 16212, Issue Date: 11/30/05, Expiration: 09/30/25
  • NCCPA Certification
    Certification #: 068683, Issue Date: 12/08/06, Expiration: 12/31/25
  • DEA License
    License #: MS1498357, Issue Date: 02/06/16, Expiration: 02/28/27
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
    Expiration Date: 06/15/2026
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
    Expiration Date: 06/17/2026
  • PICC Line/Landmark IV Specialty Insertion Certification
    Issued: 1999
  • Cures Registrant - Doctors Medical Hospital

Community Service

  • President, Board of Directors – Reflections Homeowners Association (HOA)
  • Co-Leader – The Grove, Church of God (2010-2011)
  • Co-Leader – Women of Courage (1996-1999)
  • Member – Continuity of Care, Modesto Branch (1990-1993)
  • Chairman, BLS Committee – Riverside County (1989-1990)
  • Volunteer, BLS Committee – Riverside County (1988-1990)

Timeline

Physician Assistant-Certified, Geriatric

Allcare IPA
04.2016 - Current

Physician Assistant-Certified

Sutter Gould Medical Group
01.2012 - 01.2016

Physician Assistant-Certified, Hospitalist

Beaver Medical Group
08.2006 - 01.2012

Registered Nurse- Triage Nurse/Night Supervisor

Scenic Medical Center
05.2003 - 10.2005

Registered Nurse, Home Health/ Medical Surgical Floor

Oroville Hospital
11.1999 - 04.2003

Registered Nurse, Utilization Management

Sutter Gould Medical Group
01.1997 - 11.1999

Physician Assistant - Family Nurse Practitioner

UC Davis University

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

New York Regency

Registered Nursing ASN -

Riverside City College

Vocational Nursing Certificate -

El Camino College
Cathy Schwanz