Open To Work
Debra Chaveas
Lewes,DE
Work Preference
Summary
Professional nurse offering comprehensive healthcare experience and adept in patient care, medication administration, and medical documentation. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability, ensuring seamless operations in dynamic healthcare environments. Reliable and results-driven, skilled in fostering collaborative efforts and maintaining high standards. Proficient in clinical procedures and patient education, with compassionate approach to patient well-being.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Registered Nurse
Beebe Medical Group-Endocrinology
Lewes, DE
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Administered patient assessments and documented vital signs in electronic health record systems.
- Assisted in educating patients on diabetes management and medication adherence strategies.
- Provided education to new users of CGM systems, self administration of IM Testosterone injections and subcutaneous injections of insulin and GLP-1 pens.
- Monitored phone messages and triaged return phone calls to patients and their families.
- Provided detailed information to endocrinologist in order that an informed decision could be made regarding patient care.
- Performed in office A1C test.
- Coordinated refills of medication, contacted insurance companies when preapproval was required.
RN Case Manager
AccentCare Hospice
King Of Prussia, PA
06.2020 - 01.2023
- Coordinated comprehensive care plans for patients, ensuring alignment with healthcare goals and family needs.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs and develop tailored interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance communication and streamline patient care processes.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting care strategies based on evolving health conditions and feedback.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
- Provided after hours On Call Triage care for Hospice patients and their families.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Reading Area Community College
Reading, Pennsylvania, PA08-1983
Skills
- Health promotion
- Quality improvement
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Medication and IV administration
- Excellent communication
- Strong clinical judgment
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Diabetes management
- Hospice care
- Compassion and empathy
- Direct patient care
- Care plan development
- Telephone triage
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with Interdisciplinary Team members in the development of Hospice program in Lancaster, PA that was featured in the local news.
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
Timeline
Office Registered Nurse
Beebe Medical Group-Endocrinology
08.2024 - 03.2025
RN Case Manager
AccentCare Hospice
06.2020 - 01.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Reading Area Community College