Diane Goodman
Alice,TX
Summary
Compassionate Home Health RN Case Manager with background in managing patient care in home settings. Strengths include thorough assessment of patient needs, effective communication with multidisciplinary teams, and providing empathetic patient support. Notable impact through improvement of quality healthcare delivery while ensuring comfort for patients within their homes. Possess skills in clinical procedures, documentation compliance, care coordination, and family education relevant to home health assignments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Home Health RN Case Manager
Del Cielo Home Care Services
Alice, Texas
11.2010 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to develop individualized care plans.
- Managed medication administration and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Educated patients and families on health management and preventive care strategies.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records in compliance.
- Advocated for patient needs within healthcare systems and community resources.
- Trained new nursing staff on case management protocols and best practices.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers regularly.
- Performed case management functions such as referrals to community resources or other healthcare providers as needed.
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized care plans.
- Advised families on how best to manage chronic illnesses at home.
- Utilized problem solving skills to assess complex medical situations and formulate appropriate interventions.
- Developed discharge plans for patients transitioning from home health services to other settings.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of interventions by monitoring changes in patient's condition or behavior over time.
- Recognized when a change in condition warrants further evaluation or intervention and took appropriate action.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop treatment plans that met the needs of each patient.
- Ensured compliance with applicable regulatory standards related to home health services.
- Adapted teaching methods based on individual learning styles while providing education on disease processes and self-management strategies.
- Provided comprehensive nursing care for patients in their homes.
- Promoted a supportive environment where patients can feel comfortable expressing their concerns and questions.
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and provided wound care as needed.
- Provided emotional support for patients experiencing difficult diagnoses or transitions from hospital to home setting.
- Identified any potential safety hazards within the home environment.
- Coordinated communication between all members of the healthcare team including primary care providers, specialists, family members, caregivers.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving acute illness or injury.
- Conducted regular follow up visits with patients in order to evaluate progress towards goals set forth in their care plan.
- Educated patients and families about treatments, medications, and self-care management techniques.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, and introduced revisions to care plans.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Participated in on-call rotations and delivered after-hours care.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Coordinated with physicians and healthcare teams to update patient progress and adjust care plans.
- Managed the administration of intravenous (IV) therapies and nutrition.
- Supported patients with chronic illness management, optimizing quality of life.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and prevention techniques.
- Monitored vital signs and symptoms, adjusting care plans as necessary.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Laredo Community College
Laredo, TX05-2005
LVN - Nursing
Coastal Bend College
Beeville, TX05-1980
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Care plan development
- Medication management
- Medical documentation
- Patient advocacy
- Health education
Certification
RN License
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Home Health RN Case Manager
Del Cielo Home Care Services
11.2010 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Laredo Community College
LVN - Nursing
Coastal Bend College