Experienced, versatile nursing professional with over 16 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in various healthcare entities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse/School Based Health Center
OLOL Children’s Health
Baton Rouge, LA
09.2023 - 06.2024
Performed mandated screenings (vision/hearing, hypertension, diabetes).
Evaluated immunization records for compliance with protocols.
Promoted student wellness, prevention of illness and injury, and management of acute and chronic illnesses.
Developed and monitored plans of care for students identified with chronic health conditions.
Assessed, diagnosed, and treated acute illnesses autonomously.
Assisted with completion of sport and comprehensive physicals.
Executed venipuncture procedures for STD assessments.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Our Lady of the Lake Hospital
Baton Rouge, LA
10.2020 - 10.2022
Responsible for administering employee physicals, injury-related diagnoses, and/or other referrals according to OSHA guidelines.
Coordinated health department activities ensuring responsive medical support for employees.
Coordinate and manage special projects, assignments, and activities; collect, compile, analyze, and monitor progress; identify alternatives and make recommendations.
Ensure that assigned staff perform duties and responsibilities in a safe manner, which does not expose them or others to unnecessary harm or risk on the job.
Assisted the Nurse Practitioner/Physician in the care of patients during examinations by collecting specimens and preparing equipment.
Audit records for quality of care and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Implement nursing care plans for patients identified with chronic healthcare conditions within a school setting.
Implement best nursing practices and nursing guidelines; adhere to Medicaid, OPH, and DHH requirements.
Population Health Registered Nurse (REMOTE)
Blue Cross Blue Shield LA
Baton Rouge, LA
02.2016 - 09.2016
Coordinated inpatient and outpatient claims from a medical standpoint
Maximized health and financial outcomes by managing needs of chronically ill members.
Collaborative process used to assess, plan, and implement health care options.
School Clinic Registered Nurse
Health Centers in Schools
Baton Rouge, LA
09.2012 - 02.2016
Created tailored care plans addressing each patient's specific health requirements.
Assessed patient conditions by performing physical examinations, taking vital signs, and administering medications as prescribed.
Developed individualized health plans, initial health assessments, and progress reports as needed.
Utilization Review Nurse
Molina Medicaid Solutions
Baton Rouge, LA
03.2009 - 05.2012
Performed post-payment utilization review of Medicaid and Medicare claims, independently managed cases to ensure Federal and State regulations, and Program policies are followed to maintain the fiscal and programmatic integrity of the Medicaid Program, while guarding against fraud and abuse.
Telephonic case management with primarily geriatric patients and healthcare providers to ensure compliance with the Medicaid/Medicare program.
Conducted audits on patient files to ensure procedure suitability.
Conducted reviews of inpatient utilization for compliance with admission criteria and concurrent review requirements.
Registered Nurse, Acute Care
Baton Rouge General Medical Center
Baton Rouge, LA
01.2009 - 03.2009
Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
Registered Nurse, Outpatient Recovery
Regional Eye Surgery Center
Baton Rouge, LA
01.2005 - 01.2009
Participated in quarterly OSHA training sessions that ensured compliance with all state and federal guidelines and policies for healthcare.
Facilitated patient admission to the pre-operative unit.
Executed intravenous insertions per physician directives.
Worked with a multidisciplinary team to create tailored patient treatment plans.
Sleep Technologist III (RPSGT) at Stanford Children’s Health at Lucile Packard Children’s HospitalSleep Technologist III (RPSGT) at Stanford Children’s Health at Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital
Clinical Specialist at Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre, McMaster Children’s HospitalClinical Specialist at Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre, McMaster Children’s Hospital