Deborah Swiader
Sayner,Wisconsin (USA)
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse Case Manager with 10+ years of experience dedicated to quality care of diverse patients. Skillfully blend hands-on skills with advanced background in home and hospital settings. Work effectively with all levels of healthcare providers, physicians and administrators to address patient needs.
I am a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Compassus Home Health
Arbor Vitae, Wisconsin (USA)
04.2020 - Current
- Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs. ·
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care, administer tests and monitor patient status.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Developed care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative nursing methods.
Registered Nurse, PCU
Mercy Health Lourdes
Paducah, KY
09.2016 - 01.2020
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Western Kentucky Community Technical College
Paducah, KY01.2014
Certificate - Licensed Practical Nurse
Western Kentucky Community Technical College
Paducah, KY05.2012
Skills
- Procedure Assistance
- Patient Examination
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Accurate Documentation
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Creative Problem Solving
- Medication Administration
- Critical Thinking
- Community Program Referrals
- Direct Patient Care
- Rehabilitation Assistance
Timeline
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Compassus Home Health
04.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, PCU
Mercy Health Lourdes
09.2016 - 01.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Western Kentucky Community Technical College
Certificate - Licensed Practical Nurse
Western Kentucky Community Technical College