Diane Groody
Medford,NJ
Summary
Dynamic RN Case Manager at Virtua Hone Care, excelling in case management and patient advocacy. Proven ability to enhance care coordination and improve patient outcomes through effective interdisciplinary collaboration and critical thinking. Committed to delivering compassionate support while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and fostering strong relationships with patients and families.
Preceptor of new employees and shadowing Student Nurses.
Overview
2013
2013
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Manager
Virtua Home Care
- Assessed client needs and developed individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services and resources.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted care plans as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Provided guidance and support to clients and their families throughout care journey.
Administrative Supervisor
Virtua Voorhees Hospital
- Supervised administrative staff to ensure efficient operations and workflow management.
- Coordinated scheduling and staffing for smooth departmental functions.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced patient care services.
- Managed office supplies and inventory to maintain operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to streamline communication and enhance service delivery.
- Oversaw compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements, ensuring optimal standards are met.
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, software applications.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion by maintaining confidentiality in accordance with company guidelines.
- Provided support during periods of high workload by stepping in to assist with various administrative tasks as needed.
- Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
- Improved communication between departments with the implementation of efficient information-sharing tools and strategies.
- Maintained a clean, organized workspace to promote a professional environment conducive to productivity.
- Streamlined administrative processes by implementing new organizational systems, increasing efficiency and productivity.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and conducting reference checks for potential hires.
- Collaborated closely with other department managers to identify areas where administrative support could be improved or streamlined.
- Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
- Kept high average of performance evaluations.
Nurse Extern
Virtua Camden Hospital
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care tasks, enhancing overall efficiency and support.
- Monitored patient vital signs, ensuring timely reporting of changes to the nursing team.
- Prepared and maintained accurate patient records, contributing to streamlined documentation processes.
- Supported medication administration by verifying dosages and preparing necessary materials.
- Engaged with patients to provide emotional support and promote comfort during recovery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive patient care services.
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
- Assisted with patient ambulation and use of mobility assistance aids to reduce risks.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Collaborated with supervising nurses to ensure quality care for all patients on the unit.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining cleanliness within the facility.
- Monitored and documented patient intake and output levels and reported concerns to care team.
- Provided compassionate care to patients during difficult times, promoting emotional well-being and recovery.
- Handled specimen collection and prepared for transport to facilitate laboratory testing.
- Effectively managed time and resources to provide optimal patient care during high-volume shifts, ensuring timely provision of necessary interventions.
- Provided emotional support to family members during critical situations, fostering trust and open communication among caregivers, patients, and families.
- Mentored new nurse externs, sharing best practices and guiding their professional development.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities for personal growth as well as improved patient outcomes through updated knowledge of best practices within nursing standards.
RN Staff Nurse PCU
Virtua Voorhees Hospital
Voorhees, NJ
12.1991 - 03.2012
- Executed medication administration and treatment protocols in alignment with patient care plans.
- Oversaw patient vital sign monitoring and communicated changes to healthcare team for prompt intervention.
- Facilitated patient and family education on health management, medication adherence, and discharge instructions.
- Facilitated collaboration among interdisciplinary teams to design tailored care plans for diverse patient populations.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Helene Fuld School of Nursing
Camden, NJ12.1991
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Case management
- Time management
- Case documentation
- Active listening
- Organization and multitasking
- Documentation and reporting
- Relationship building
- Decision-making
- Conflict resolution
- Positive attitude
- Client advocacy
- Care coordination
- Case planning
- Critical thinking
- Documentation proficiency
- Emotional awareness
- Case management tracking
- Patient support
- Case needs assessment
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Home visits and inspections
- Patient assessment
- Discharge planning
- Needs assessment
- Intervention plans
- Direct patient care
- Staff education and training
- Patient needs assessment
- Patient management
- Family education
- Team collaboration
- HIPAA compliance
- Insurance regulations
- Empathy and compassion
- Client empowerment
- Multitasking Abilities
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication
- Multitasking
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse PCU
Virtua Voorhees Hospital
12.1991 - 03.2012
Case Manager
Virtua Home Care
Administrative Supervisor
Virtua Voorhees Hospital
Nurse Extern
Virtua Camden Hospital
Associate of Science - Nursing
Helene Fuld School of Nursing