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Debra Sammarone

Youngstown,OH

Summary

Dedicated educator and healthcare professional with proven strengths in collaboration, mentorship, and classroom management. Committed to fostering positive environments that enhance student and patient outcomes through innovative approaches.

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.

Results-driven management professional with proven ability to lead teams to success. Strong focus on team collaboration, operational efficiency, and achieving measurable outcomes. Adept at strategic planning, process improvement, and fostering culture of accountability and excellence. Known for adaptability and consistently meeting changing organizational needs.

Seeking Part-Time or Contract position...

RN #128942

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher, Special Needs

ESC of North Eastern Ohio
Canfield, OH
03.2026 - Current
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Fostered positive classroom environments encouraging student participation and collaboration.
  • Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to support academic growth.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional strategies and share best practices.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.

RN Supervisor

Ursuline Center Assisted Living
Canfield, OH
07.2025 - 12.2025
  • Supervised daily nursing operations, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and quality standards.
  • Coordinated patient care plans, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to optimize resident outcomes.
  • Mentored nursing staff, providing guidance and support in clinical practices and professional development.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency in medication administration protocols.
  • Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of patient information in electronic medical records system for optimal data integrity and accessibility across healthcare providers.

Substitute Teacher

ESC of Northeastern Ohio
Canfield, OH
09.2022 - 06.2025
  • Delivered engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs.
  • Managed classroom behavior, fostering a positive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with faculty to ensure curriculum alignment and support student achievement.
  • Adapted instructional materials for students with varying abilities and learning styles.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.

RN Case Manager

Dr. James Sansone
Youngstown, OH
09.2021 - 09.2022
  • Assessed patient needs through comprehensive evaluations, facilitating tailored interventions and support services.
  • Managed case documentation and electronic health records, maintaining accuracy and compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment strategies and improve patient outcomes.
  • Specialized in auto injuries, collaborating with attorney's and Insurance Companies for successful financial outcomes as medical treatment continued.

RN Case Manager

Anthem BC/BS
Youngstown, OH
06.2015 - 06.2016

.Clinical review provided by hospitals to approve DRG admissions per Medicare regulations.

. Utilization of Milliman Care Guidelines (MCG) spanning the continuum of patients care, providing access to evidence-based knowledge, and Best Practices,

Registered Nurse Paralegal

Tucker Ellis LLC
Cleveland, OH
01.2008 - 01.2014
  • Conducted legal research to support case preparation and documentation.
  • Drafted and reviewed legal documents for accuracy and compliance with regulations.
  • Assisted attorneys in trial preparation by organizing evidence and exhibits.
  • Managed case files, ensuring timely updates and accessibility for team members.
  • Strengthened case presentations with detailed investigative work and evidence gathering.
  • Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
  • Assisted in achieving favorable legal outcomes by preparing written chronologies for attorney use in litigation

Education

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration

St. Josephs College
Standish, ME
1985

HealthCare Risk Management - HealthCare Risk Management

Florida Risk Institute
Florida State On Line
1988

No Degree - Nursing

St. Elizabeth School of Nursing
Youngstown, OH
06-1975

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Adaptable
  • Relationship building and management
  • Behavior management / safety awareness
  • Compliance / Quality driven
  • Documentation and charting
  • Legal research
  • Accomplished written and verbal skills
  • Litigation support through clinical record review with consequent written medical chronology
  • Healthcare risk management to minimize accidental harm

Healthcare quality assurance

Healthcare business development

Quality assurance and control

Quality risk management identification / correction

Internal quality audits

Accomplished clinical record reviewer with resulting written medical chronology for use in litigation

Medical records management

Timeline

Substitute Teacher, Special Needs

ESC of North Eastern Ohio
03.2026 - Current

RN Supervisor

Ursuline Center Assisted Living
07.2025 - 12.2025

Substitute Teacher

ESC of Northeastern Ohio
09.2022 - 06.2025

RN Case Manager

Dr. James Sansone
09.2021 - 09.2022

RN Case Manager

Anthem BC/BS
06.2015 - 06.2016

Registered Nurse Paralegal

Tucker Ellis LLC
01.2008 - 01.2014

HealthCare Risk Management - HealthCare Risk Management

Florida Risk Institute

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration

St. Josephs College

No Degree - Nursing

St. Elizabeth School of Nursing
Debra Sammarone