CHRISTINE LA COSTE
Anytown,USA
Summary
Secure a Case Manager III position within Houston Methodist that would utilize my strengths, which include, but are not limited to: communication, leadership, patient/physician relations, interdisciplinary collaboration, clinical nursing, denial management, and community involvement.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Manager
Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital
Baytown, TX
12.2010 - Current
- Responsible for utilization review of average caseload of 50 patients, denial management, discharge planning, and multi-disciplinary care planning.
- Addressed complex needs of med/surg and critical care patients throughout hospital stay.
- Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
- Member of shared governance council for case management/medical social work department, utilization review medical review board, and assisted in precepting onboarding staff.
Case Manager
Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital
Baytown, TX
12.2005 - 06.2008
- Responsible for utilization review, denial management, discharge planning, and multi-disciplinary care planning.
- Addressed complex needs of med/surg and critical care patients throughout hospital stay.
- Floated to multiple units as needed.
Blood & Marrow Transplant Nurse
M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
06.2002 - 01.2006
- Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to adults with hematology/oncology diagnoses as well as critical bone marrow transplant recipients.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing specialized care and support to blood and marrow transplant recipients.
- Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, medication administration, and timely intervention during critical situations.
Clinical Staff Nurse
San Jacinto Methodist Cancer Center, K. Ansari, MD
Baytown, TX
07.2004 - 01.2005
- Served as primary nurse for private practice hematologist/oncologist, mixed and administered chemotherapy and additional IV medication, started and maintained peripheral IV’s, maintained ports, provided support and education to patients and families throughout disease process.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and maintaining a strong focus on individualized care.
Nursing Assistant
Samaritan Medical Center Recovery Room
Watertown, NY
06.2001 - 10.2001
- Provided direct patient care, under supervision of RN, for patients recovering from surgery.
- Monitored vital signs, ensured patient comfort and safety, and assisted in maintaining documentation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
SUNY - Jefferson Community College
Watertown, NY05.2002
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX05.1999
Skills
- Utilization Management
- Organization and Multitasking
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Resource Management
- Problem Solving
- Proficient in MCG and Interqual criteria
Professional and Community Development
- Obtained Certification from the Commission for Case Management (CCM) - January 2021
- Member of QCM Interdepartmental Shared Governance Committee – Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital - current
- Member of Utilization Review Medical Review Board – Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital - current
- Discharge Collaborative Project – M. D. Anderson Cancer Center - 2005 to 2006
- Published Poster Presentation at Oncology Nursing Society National Convention, Orlando 2004
- Board Member, Friends of the Baytown Nature Center - current
Timeline
Case Manager
Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital
12.2010 - Current
Case Manager
Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital
12.2005 - 06.2008
Clinical Staff Nurse
San Jacinto Methodist Cancer Center, K. Ansari, MD
07.2004 - 01.2005
Blood & Marrow Transplant Nurse
M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
06.2002 - 01.2006
Nursing Assistant
Samaritan Medical Center Recovery Room
06.2001 - 10.2001
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
SUNY - Jefferson Community College
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences
Texas A&M University