Debra Christianson
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
CLINIC
UW Healthcare, Digestive Health Center
Madison, WI
2020.11 - Current
- Performance of phone triage for Inflammatory Bowel Disease Patients to assist with management of chronic disease flares.
- Coordination of care for Inflammatory Bowel Disease patients to include medication management of GI medications through coordination of prior authorizations and prescription coordination, coordination of monitoring lab work, and clinic appointments.
- Provide patient education of Biologic Medication initiation and self-administration.
Travel RN - Home Health and Hospice
AHS Staffing
EDMONTON, OK
2017.07 - 2020.10
- Case manager of an average of 45 patients
- Performed daily home visits for physical assessments; lab collections; wound care; IV fluid administration; changed line dressings
- Traveled to patients' homes on daily basis to assess health conditions and provide superior level of nursing care.
Patient Intake Coordinator
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital
San Antonio, TX
2015.03 - 2017.07
- Initiated Utilization Review and patient intake process for inpatient admission from hospital call centers, doctor's offices, clinics, free-standing ED’s, and hospitals in the South Texas Region.
- Facilitated inpatient admission of patients into the appropriate admission status and hospital bed.
Home Hospice Nurse
Compassus Hospice And Palliative Care
SAN ANTONIO, TX
2016.03 - 2017.07
- Performed routine physical assessments and necessary care to patients with changes in symptoms, health, or pain.
- Perform evaluation for admission of new patients to home hospice using The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines, and then performed admission and physical assessment for patients meeting criteria.
Clinical Coordinator RN
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center
MILWAUKEE, WI
2007.08 - 2015.03
- Collaborated with Hospitalist team, hospital staff, and community care providers to coordinate and manage patient care.
- Facilitated discharge coordination, and outpatient care continuity through coordination of primary care, diagnostic testing, prior authorizations, FMLA's, referrals to community agencies, and medication access.
- Member of the CHF Transitional Care Team, Outcome Facilitation Teams, and MD/RN Collaborative Hospital Unit teams.
Staff RN, Oncology
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center
MILWAUKEE, WI
2005.09 - 2007.08
- Performed Oncology care; administered Chemotherapy and blood products; care and maintenance of central lines and percutaneous tubes; and wound care.
- Provided medical education; emotional support; and established rapport with the patients and their families.
Phlebotomist
St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center
Milwaukee, WI
1986.09 - 2005.09
- Collected blood samples via venipuncture, fingersticks, and/or heel stick from newborn to the elderly.
- Promoted mission, vision and values of organization and trained new clinical staff in phlebotomy procedures.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
US Army
1980.06 - 1984.06
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor's Science-Nursing
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI12.2005
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor's Science-Education
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI05.2002
Skills
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Patient Management
- Case management
- Chronic disease management
- EMR / EHR
- Physician collaboration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
Timeline
CLINIC
UW Healthcare, Digestive Health Center
2020.11 - Current
Travel RN - Home Health and Hospice
AHS Staffing
2017.07 - 2020.10
Home Hospice Nurse
Compassus Hospice And Palliative Care
2016.03 - 2017.07
Patient Intake Coordinator
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital
2015.03 - 2017.07
Clinical Coordinator RN
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center
2007.08 - 2015.03
Staff RN, Oncology
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center
2005.09 - 2007.08
Phlebotomist
St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center
1986.09 - 2005.09
MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
US Army
1980.06 - 1984.06
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor's Science-Nursing
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor's Science-Education
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee