Christa Hoff
O'Fallon,MO
Summary
Experienced nurse leader with expertise in patient assessment, EHR documentation, care coordination, and family communication. Known for critical thinking, compassionate support, and managing complex patient needs across hospice, emergency, and specialty care settings.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Manager
Heartland Hospice
Wentzville, Missouri
02.2022 - 08.2026
- Guided staff in implementing hospice policies and procedures, enhancing patient care delivery.
- Communicated essential care updates to families, fostering understanding and support during hospice care.
- Set up interdisciplinary visits and helped manage daily patient coverage.
- Reviewed patient charts and documented care notes to ensure accurate patient records.
Clinical Supervisor- emergency department
SSM St. Joseph Hospital
Wentzville, Missouri
11.2020 - 02.2022
- Evaluated patients, determined care needs and managed implementation of treatment plan.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for clients based on their needs and preferences.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress within the Electronic Health Record system.
Charge Nurse- emergency department
Christian Northeast Hospital
Florissant, Missouri
11.2018 - 11.2020
- Supervised emergency department workflows at Christian Northeast Hospital during high-volume shifts.
- Coordinated patient flow with physicians, technicians, and admitting teams.
- Assigned nursing staff based on patient acuity and unit needs.
Clinical Supervisor- GI lab
University of Missouri Health Care
Columbia, Missouri
08.2015 - 11.2018
- Coordinated daily clinic workflow across University of Missouri Health Care departments.
- Monitored patient flow and addressed scheduling issues in University of Missouri Health Care clinics.
- Reviewed documentation for compliance with University of Missouri Health Care requirements.
Travel Registered Nurse
Grace Staffing
Columbia, Missouri
04.2013 - 08.2015
- Provided direct patient care across diverse units and clinical environments
- Assessed patient conditions and updated care plans with nursing teams
- Administered medications and monitored reactions following facility protocols
Oncology Nurse
Boone Hospital Center
Columbia, MO
08.2011 - 04.2013
- Coordinated comprehensive oncology patient care at Boone Hospital Center in inpatient and outpatient settings, ensuring continuity and quality of care.
- Administered chemotherapy and supportive medications using oncology safety protocols.
- Monitored and assessed infusion reactions, promptly responding to urgent changes in patient conditions to optimize patient safety and outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, side effects, and home care.
- Delivered oncology nursing services at Boone Hospital Center from January 2000 to July 2004, contributing to patient-centered care and treatment adherence.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Florida Keys Community College
Key West, FL07-1997
Skills
- Care coordination
- Patient assessment
- Electronic health record documentation
- Patient education
- Quality improvement
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Family communication
Certification
- Registered Nurse - Missouri compact license
- Basic Life Support
Timeline
Patient Care Manager
Heartland Hospice
02.2022 - 08.2026
Clinical Supervisor- emergency department
SSM St. Joseph Hospital
11.2020 - 02.2022
Charge Nurse- emergency department
Christian Northeast Hospital
11.2018 - 11.2020
Clinical Supervisor- GI lab
University of Missouri Health Care
08.2015 - 11.2018
Travel Registered Nurse
Grace Staffing
04.2013 - 08.2015
Oncology Nurse
Boone Hospital Center
08.2011 - 04.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Florida Keys Community College