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Darshey Pruitt
Chicago,USA
Work Preference
Summary
Proven, professional RN experienced with team leadership, strategic planning, and operational management. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to drive project success. Track record of fostering productive work environments and achieving set goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager, Transitions of Care
Oakstreet Health
05.2024 - Current
- Manage 17 patient-facing registered nurses and one lead RN as they provide CM services to patients who have been recently discharged from an acute care stay, producing a readmission rate of less than 6%
- Monitor program performance against established goals for readmission rate, new case enrollment, and post-discharge assessment completion
- Create and assess workflows for ease of use by staff, clarity in purpose and function, and success towards individual and program goals
- Coordinate with other leaders across the RBE to increase collaborative, communication, and efficiency for all teams within our intervention spectrum
- Advocate for and collaborate on RBE program wide workflow improvements based on feedback from patient-facing team members on all levels of care
RN Care Manager/Resource Coordinator
Virtual Physician Associates
12.2021 - 09.2023
- Acts as an advocate for the patient as the liaison between providers, nursing facilities, hospitals, and program staff, including making recommendations about care alternatives
- Monitors data from Remote Patient Monitoring devices daily to address hypertensive and hypotensive episodes within the monitoring population
- Coordinates with Primary Care Physicians to ensure patients with hypertension, obesity, and other chronic conditions are setting and achieving reasonable goals and progressing in their journey towards optimal health
- Performs management responsibilities of selection, scheduling, supervision, retention, and evaluation of employees in the department. Provides development and mentoring of staff. Meets or exceeds threshold goal for department turnover
- Provides fair and consistent leadership and communication to maintain a competent and engaged employee group by conducting regular department meetings to review policies and procedures and operational matters
- Completes virtual initial and ongoing patient assessments, using information gathered from patient/caregiver/family, providers, EMR, and available medical records
Field Supervisor/Visiting RN
One Home Health
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Monitored and responded to all relevant program data reports that came from funding agencies, such as: monthly, quarterly, and annual reviews; shared findings with staff and coordinated improvement plans
- Coordinated program activities with partnering agencies, providers, and community groups to maintain effective delivery of public health services
- Supervised and mentored LPN and CNA staff, conducted performance evaluations if applicable, counselled and provided disciplinary actions to assigned personnel with a goal of developing a team-oriented approach with positive results
- Established and explained a comprehensive, patient specific plan of care for each patient that used a holistic approach to wellness and allowed the patient to be a partner in their progress toward improved functional capacity
- Communicated with physicians upon patient admission, when specific concerns or emergent issues arose, and upon discharge from home health services to mitigate any inpatient admissions or emergency care visits
- Interviewed referrals and their families to collect data, disseminated pre-approved health education information, and administered satisfaction surveys and related evaluative inventories
Medical Operations Supervisor
Grifols Biomat Paxton
01.2018 - 08.2019
- Selected suitable plasmapheresis donors by performing physical examinations and taking medical histories on all donors through the use of FDA approved Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Manual, current State and Federal guidelines, OSHA, CLIA, CGMP, all internal company procedures and personal education and experience
- Built rapport with donors to ensure overall customer satisfaction with the center to support long term donation
- Responded to, evaluated, and managed donor adverse reactions and injuries in the donation center
- Assisted with new employee training and coaching regarding medical SOPs as necessary
RN, Charge Nurse—Rapid Response Team
South Shore Hospital
01.2017 - 03.2018
- Admitted patients from emergency department while educating and orienting patient to telemetry unit, initiated admission orders based on assessment and medical history, entered physician’s orders, and instituted standards of care
- Rendered consistent leadership skills for effective team dynamics and teambuilding strategies through problem solving, coaching, and developing staff. Coached staff to use effective communication to establish and maintain a team environment
- Facilitated seamless patient flow to/from/through the department, leading the delivery of quality family-centered care throughout the continuum of care
- Responded to Rapid Response alerts as called throughout the hospital to better assist critically ill patients in achieving positive outcomes
RN Supervisor/Visiting Nurse
FJ Home Health
10.2015 - 02.2017
- Taught the client and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate. Provided medication, diet, and other instructions as ordered by the physician and utilized opportunities for health counseling with clients/families and caregivers
- Provided professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of nursing process for Licensed Skilled Care clients. Assessed and evaluated client’s status and revised plan of care as necessary
- Delivered post-placement follow-up per department policy, including addressing clients’ questions/concerns, to ensure customer satisfaction
- Initiated and applied appropriate preventative, therapeutic, and rehabilitative nursing procedures/techniques and maintained communication regarding client care with the physician and supervisory personnel
RN, Floor Shift Supervisor
Alden Wentworth Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
04.2015 - 10.2015
- Communicated with others, such as: direct care staff, physicians, primary care practitioners (PCPs), administration, and other nursing staff to ensure optimal care as part of the interdisciplinary team
- Coordinated and oversaw nursing activities for 10+ CNAs and LPNs, and ensured appropriate nursing staff coverage, quality, and care during the assigned shift
- Completed admissions of new patients including head to toe assessment, medication reconciliation, orientation to the facility, and MD order verification
- Maintained ongoing interactions with patients, families, and staff on the improvement of patient care through leader rounding. Ensured effective collaboration with other departments regarding patient process issues
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Loyola Center for Health at River Forest
09.2013 - 08.2014
- Trained new employees and evaluated competency of other staff in the performance of phlebotomy, order entry, clerical and computer functions, centrifugation, labeling, and other procedures
- Verified correct patient identification, performed proper specimen handling and labeling, accessions specimens, checked that lab test requests were consistent with physician orders, generated labels and sorted labeled specimens to be distributed to specific laboratory sections
- Administered medications and immunizations orally, intramuscularly, subcutaneously, intradermally, and by inhalation as ordered by provider, asking for assistance from RN or provider if unfamiliar with medication or procedure
- Assembled equipment such as: tourniquet, needles, disposable containers for needles, blood collection devices, gauze, cotton, and alcohol on work tray, according to requirements for specified tests or procedures
Medical Assisting Instructor
Corinthian Colleges: Everest College
05.2009 - 04.2014
- Assessed student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals for the purpose of planning instruction, providing feedback to students and communicating achievement
- Prepared detailed lecture notes on each topic to be taught, in line with acceptable standards in the institution and delivered lectures in class with authority on the given topic
- Participated in a variety of meetings and professional development activities for the purpose of professional growth in an educational setting
- Employed a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical resources of the teaching site, and consistent with student needs/capabilities
Education
Masters of Science - Nursing
Aspen University
Phoenix, AZ05.2027
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Robert Morris University
Chicago, IL02.2014
Bachelor of Business Administration - Healthcare Management
Robert Morris University
Chicago, IL02.2004
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Robert Morris University
Chicago, IL12.2002
Skills
- Advanced knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects
- Advanced knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
- Advanced knowledge of EMR systems including: EpicCare, EPIC Prelude, EPIC Cadence, EPIC ADT, EPIC Resolute, Cerner, Meditech, Peoplesoft, and Kronos
- Advanced knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services This includes customer need assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
- Advanced knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods
- Advanced knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care
Affiliations
Virtual Physician Associates, Joliet, IL January 2023- September 2023 Member, Continuous Quality Improvement Committee
Certification
- Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation, Chicago, IL License, Registered Nurse May 2014
- American Heart Association, Dallas, TX Certification, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support and Basic Life Support September 2009- Current
Timeline
Manager, Transitions of Care
Oakstreet Health
05.2024 - Current
RN Care Manager/Resource Coordinator
Virtual Physician Associates
12.2021 - 09.2023
Field Supervisor/Visiting RN
One Home Health
08.2019 - 08.2020
Medical Operations Supervisor
Grifols Biomat Paxton
01.2018 - 08.2019
RN, Charge Nurse—Rapid Response Team
South Shore Hospital
01.2017 - 03.2018
RN Supervisor/Visiting Nurse
FJ Home Health
10.2015 - 02.2017
RN, Floor Shift Supervisor
Alden Wentworth Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
04.2015 - 10.2015
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Loyola Center for Health at River Forest
09.2013 - 08.2014
Medical Assisting Instructor
Corinthian Colleges: Everest College
05.2009 - 04.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Robert Morris University
Bachelor of Business Administration - Healthcare Management
Robert Morris University
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Robert Morris University
Masters of Science - Nursing
Aspen University