Cheryl Brown
Registered Nurse
Matteson,IL
Summary
Professional with strong background in nursing and case management, specializing in patient advocacy and care coordination. Adept at developing comprehensive care plans, managing complex medical cases, and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Known for adaptability, reliability, and results-focused approach in dynamic healthcare environments. Skilled in patient assessment, discharge planning, and resource utilization.
Qualified Case Manaer with strong background in RN case management. Demonstrated ability to coordinate patient care plans and collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure optimal outcomes. Proven skills in patient advocacy and resource management.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Case Manager
Rush University Medical Center, RUMC
05.2022 - Current
- Arranging and managing all aspects of a patient's healthcare, including appointments, services, and medications
- Evaluating patient needs, creating comprehensive care plans tailored to the individual, and overseeing their implementation
- Serving as a liaison and advocate for the patient to ensure their needs are met and they have a clear understanding of their health status and options
- Guiding patients to and securing necessary resources, including medical equipment, therapy, and community support services
- Working with an interdisciplinary team, including physicians, social workers, and other healthcare providers, to ensure everyone is aligned on the patient's care
- Developing and coordinating plans for a smooth transition from a hospital or other facility back home or to another care setting
- Tracking patient progress and adjusting care plans as needed to ensure optimal outcomes
Float Pool | RN
Rush University Medical Center Chicago II
03.2006 - 05.2022
- Provides patient care where assigned on various units | Nursing intervention | Medication Administration | Patient and Family Teaching | Documentation with Care Plans for Diagnoses | Patient Satisfaction | Discharge Planning.
- Delivered direct patient care, ensuring adherence to established protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Home Health Care | RN
Ability Home Health Care
03.2014 - 08.2019
- Administered patient care plans, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and individualized treatment goals.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that increased patient satisfaction and safety ratings within the home health setting.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting health literacy and independence.
- Coordinated scheduling of home visits, optimizing route efficiency for nursing staff while maintaining flexibility for patient needs.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to develop tailored care plans addressing physical, emotional, and social aspects of health.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Orthopedics | RN
Rush University Medical Center Chicago II
09.2004 - 03.2006
- Nursing Intervention | Medication Administration | Patient and Family teaching on appropriate precautions based on surgery performed | Pain Management | Monitoring and Changing of PCAs | Patient Satisfaction | Discharge Planning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Aurora University
Aurora, Illinois, IL06-1999
Skills
- Chronic disease management
- Discharge planning
- HIPAA compliance
- Multidisciplinary approach
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Rush University Medical Center, RUMC
05.2022 - Current
Home Health Care | RN
Ability Home Health Care
03.2014 - 08.2019
Float Pool | RN
Rush University Medical Center Chicago II
03.2006 - 05.2022
Orthopedics | RN
Rush University Medical Center Chicago II
09.2004 - 03.2006
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Aurora University