Danielle Prestwood
Candler,NC
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse specializing in patient-centric care management. Coordinates multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and uphold nursing standards. Strengths include effective communication, teaching, and critical thinking, with a track record of improving workflow efficiencies and enhancing patient satisfaction.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Primary Case Manager
CarePartners Home Health
Waynesville, NC
08.2021 - Current
- Assessed client needs during admissions and evaluations to tailor care strategies.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary teams to create and implement patient care plans.
- Developed and maintained client documentation to ensure compliance and continuity of care.
Practice Manager
LifeWay Health
Asheville, North Carolina
07.2020 - 07.2021
- Managed daily operations and workflow of multiple healthcare departments.
- Coordinated staff schedules and ensured adequate coverage for patient care.
- Oversaw patient intake processes and maintained accurate medical records.
Primary Case Manager
CarePartners Home Health
Waynesville
02.2017 - 07.2020
- Assessed client needs through detailed interviews and evaluations.
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams.
- Developed and maintained accurate client documentation in care management systems.
Medical/Surgical Nurse
Advent Health Hendersonville
Hendersonville, North Carolina
07.2014 - 08.2017
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Provided direct patient care in diverse clinical settings.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies.
- Advocated for patient rights and safety in all interactions.
- Assisted in the training of new nursing staff and interns.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Advent Health Hendersonville
Hendersonville, North Carolina
01.2011 - 07.2014
- Monitored vital signs and recorded patient information accurately.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to implement care plans effectively.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Gardner-Webb University
Boiling Springs, NC 01.2015 - 12.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Haywood Community College
Clyde, NC 08.2012 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC 08.2005 - 05.2009
Skills
- Case management
- Care coordination
- Patient assessment
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Documentation standards
- Workflow optimization
- Quality improvement
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Clear communication techniques
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking and organization
- Patient advocacy
Certification
- RN 272139
Timeline
Primary Case Manager
CarePartners Home Health
08.2021 - Current
Practice Manager
LifeWay Health
07.2020 - 07.2021
Primary Case Manager
CarePartners Home Health
02.2017 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Gardner-Webb University
01.2015 - 12.2015
Medical/Surgical Nurse
Advent Health Hendersonville
07.2014 - 08.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Haywood Community College
08.2012 - 05.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
Advent Health Hendersonville
01.2011 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
08.2005 - 05.2009