Christina Ramsey
Toronto
Summary
Registered Nurse with over 11 years of experience in Nursing, specializing in Utilization Review, Oncology Patients, Pre-operative and Post-operative patients, Women's Health/ Pediatrics. Demonstrates a strong ability to optimize healthcare delivery through meticulous patient documentation, innovative engagement techniques, and effective resource management, enhancing both patient satisfaction and operational efficiency. Committed to advancing in public health to foster professional relationships and expand nursing competencies while ensuring equitable patient care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Utilization Review Nurse
Healthhelp
08.2019 - Current
- Reduced healthcare costs through efficient utilization of resources and identification of unnecessary treatments or procedures.
- Ensured compliance with regulations and accreditation standards by maintaining accurate documentation of all utilization review activities.
- Maintained professional competence by staying current on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory requirements specific to utilization review nursing.
- Evaluated medical guidelines and benefit coverage to determine appropriateness of services.
- Performed prior authorization review of services requiring notification.
- Improved patient care quality by conducting thorough utilization reviews and making recommendations for optimal treatment plans.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Trinity Health Systems
01.2013 - 07.2019
- Managed caseload of 8 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Education
Nursing Diploma - Registered Nurse
Trinity School of Nursing
Steubenville, OH07.2012
Skills
- Utilization review
- Clinical assessment
- Medical Documentation
- Patient confidentiality
- Quality Improvement
- Medication and IV administration
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Customer Service
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Caring and Compassionate
Timeline
Utilization Review Nurse
Healthhelp
08.2019 - Current
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Trinity Health Systems
01.2013 - 07.2019
Nursing Diploma - Registered Nurse
Trinity School of Nursing
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