Connally Connie Mesteth
Rapid City,SD
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented nursing professional with 35 years of diverse healthcare experience. Now retired and seeking part time employment in a non-nursing role. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Associate
Missouri Breaks Research
Pine Ridge, US
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Conducted data analysis and supported research projects.
- Recruited participants for the Strong Heart Study
- Conducted data collection, including surveys and physical exams
- Coordinated study protocols and data entry
- Maintained detailed records and generated reports
Contract Clinical Nurse
Global Force USA
Houston, US
04.2021 - 12.2022
- Coordinated with healthcare team members to assess, plan and evaluate patient care plans.
- Facilitated patient communication, acting as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to establish healthcare needs and nursing care plans.
Nurse Case Manager
AB Staffing Solutions
Gilbert, US
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Delivered quality patient care, managing treatment plans and collaborating with healthcare teams
- Provided health care to Job Corps students, administering medications and treatments
- Maintained accurate patient records per established standards
- Assessed patient physical, mental, and emotional status
- Coordinated with healthcare team to evaluate and improve patient care plans
- Coordinated patient care collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
- Coordinated managed care activities
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams
- Managed discharge planning, facilitating follow-up with PCP
- Implemented best practices for continuity of care across diverse settings.
Home Health Nurse
Stay Graceful Home Health
Rapid City, US
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Delivered patient-centered care at home, assessing needs and administering treatments while educating families on managing conditions.
- Efficiently managed caseloads, enhancing patient satisfaction.
- Evaluated clients' functional status to optimize care strategies.
- Developed strong relationships by respecting cultural values.
- Conducted home safety assessments to improve patient safety.
- Provided education on self-care to promote better health outcomes
Nurse Case Manager
Oyate Health Center
Rapid City, US
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Coordinated patient care while collaborating with healthcare teams.
- Provided support and education to patients and families.
- Conducted patient assessments for high-risk cases
- Partnered with community resources to provide support services, increasing healthcare access for vulnerable populations.
- Advocated for patients by addressing barriers
- Coordinated discharge planning and follow-up care
Education
Master of Science in (MSN) - Nursing
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY12.1995
Bachelor of Science in (BSN.) - Nursing
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD12.1986
Skills
- Clinical Research
- Data Collection and Organization
- Documentation Abilities
- Participant Recruitment
- Ethics Compliance
- File Management
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Team Collaboration
- Schedule Coordination
- Problem-Solving
- Adaptability
Accomplishments
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Phi Chapter, SDSU, 04/01/87
- Isolated Hardship Service Ribbon, 1987
- Isolated Hardship Service Ribbon, 1994
Additinal Information
I began my nursing career on 01/01/87 with the Indian Health Service as a PHS Commissioned Corps Officer.
Timeline
Research Associate
Missouri Breaks Research
03.2023 - 12.2023
Nurse Case Manager
AB Staffing Solutions
02.2022 - 04.2022
Home Health Nurse
Stay Graceful Home Health
10.2021 - 01.2022
Contract Clinical Nurse
Global Force USA
04.2021 - 12.2022
Nurse Case Manager
Oyate Health Center
10.2020 - 10.2021
Master of Science in (MSN) - Nursing
University of Wyoming
Bachelor of Science in (BSN.) - Nursing
South Dakota State University