Charlene Nielsen, R.N.
Corinth,NY
Summary
Dedicated Homecare Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Eddy Visiting Nurse and Rehab Association, specializing in patient care assessment and compassionate communication. Expert in coordinating multidisciplinary care and reducing hospital readmissions, showcasing reliability and excellent communication skills. Continuously educated patients and families, achieving significant improvements in patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Homecare Registered Nurse
Eddy Visiting Nurse and Rehab Assoc.
12.1999 - Current
- Coordinated and collaborated with various multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and promote patient safety and health.
- Updated and developed care plans to establish goals based on patient's nursing diagnosis.
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments to identify potential risks and develop appropriate interventions.
- Safeguarded patient safety by adhering to strict infection control practices during wound care procedures.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records, contributing to efficient information sharing among healthcare providers.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective patient education on disease prevention and management.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring expert clinical judgement and critical thinking skills.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Complex Case Manager
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
06.1999 - 12.1999
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to optimize care coordination, streamline communication, and improve overall patient experience.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, healthcare providers, insurers.
- Streamlined complex cases by coordinating services, resources, and support systems for patients and families.
Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse
Community Health Plan
04.1993 - 06.1999
- Educated patients and families about cancer treatments, side effects, and self-care strategies, empowering them to make informed decisions.
- Managed complex medication regimens while monitoring for potential drug interactions or adverse reactions, mitigating risks associated with cancer treatments.
- Provided individualized patient education on chemotherapy medications, infusion procedures, and side-effect management strategies to promote self-advocacy and coping skills.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify early signs of treatment-related complications or disease progression for prompt intervention by healthcare providers.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as bone marrow biopsies, lumbar punctures, and intrathecal injections for optimal patient care delivery.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse
Albany Regional Caner Center
02.1990 - 04.1993
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on the latest advancements in oncology nursing practice.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as bone marrow biopsies, lumbar punctures, and intrathecal injections for optimal patient care delivery.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Oncology Nurse
St. Peters Hospital
07.1987 - 12.1990
- Administered chemotherapy and other cancer treatments, ensuring accurate dosing and proper patient education.
- Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
- Mentored new oncology nurses, sharing knowledge gained from years of experience in specialized cancer care settings.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Practice
Russell Sage College/Junior College of Albany
Albany, NY05-1985
Skills
- Compassionate communication
- Family support
- Electronic charting
- Infection control
- Palliative care
- Patient assessment
- Medication and IV administration
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Patient care assessment
- Certified in CPR/AED
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - NY State Board of Nursing.
- Oasis Certified Homecare Evaluator for start of care/recertifications
Timeline
Homecare Registered Nurse
Eddy Visiting Nurse and Rehab Assoc.
12.1999 - Current
Complex Case Manager
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
06.1999 - 12.1999
Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse
Community Health Plan
04.1993 - 06.1999
Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse
Albany Regional Caner Center
02.1990 - 04.1993
Oncology Nurse
St. Peters Hospital
07.1987 - 12.1990
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - NY State Board of Nursing.
- Oasis Certified Homecare Evaluator for start of care/recertifications
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Practice
Russell Sage College/Junior College of Albany
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