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I'm a fitness fanatic, who loves running, hiking, cycling
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Divina Meng

Chula Vista,Ca

Summary

Accomplished Nurse with a proven track record in care coordination and clinical assessment at Sharp Memorial Hospital. Expert in utilization review and interdisciplinary collaboration, enhancing patient outcomes through effective discharge planning and medical necessity evaluation. Skilled in maintaining patient confidentiality, with a commitment to fostering professional growth within healthcare teams.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse Medical Management II

Elevance
06.2021 - Current
  • Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA regulations, safeguarding sensitive patient information throughout all aspects of the utilization review process.
  • Evaluated medical guidelines and benefit coverage to determine appropriateness of services.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of payer-specific guidelines to ensure accurate authorizations for medically necessary services.
  • Increased efficiency in case management documentation by maintaining organized records and utilizing electronic medical record systems.
  • Coordinated seamless transitions of care across multiple settings including acute care hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, and home care services.
  • Applied critical thinking skills to assess complex medical cases and determine appropriate levels of care in accordance with industry benchmarks.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory guidelines by staying current on industry standards and participating in ongoing education opportunities.
  • Contributed to team success by consistently meeting productivity goals while maintaining high-quality standards in job performance.
  • Collaboration with Medical Director, discussing complex case for appropriateness at level of care and medical necessity.
  • Good rapport with Hospital Utilization review nurses and case management nurses
  • Access electronic medical records
  • Team work , prioritizing deadlines TATS
  • Assessed patience discharge planning, for example if the member needs LTAC,SNF,ARU


Clinical Nurse

Sharp Memorial Hospital
08.2004 - 06.2021
  • Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
  • Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
  • Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and team building within the unit.
  • in 2020 , volunteered to be part of the COVID team, and was part of teaching the hospital regarding COVID
  • Administered medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of all patient records, contributing to improved quality assurance measures.
  • Monitored patients, evaluated results, and recommended further courses of treatment to quickly improve patient outcomes.

Clinical Nurse

Wesley Medical Center HCA
06.2003 - 07.2004

As a new grad RN, i worked in Oncology department

Chemo certified

  • Administered medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.
  • Utilized evidence-based practice to assess and provide care for patients.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, promoting open communication channels for effective collaboration in treatment plans.
  • Maintained patient confidentiality by protecting unauthorized access to personal information.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Newman University
Wichita, KS
05.2003

Skills

  • Patient confidentiality
  • Clinical assessment
  • Care Coordination
  • Utilization review
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Medical Necessity Evaluation
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Discharge Planning

I'm a fitness fanatic, who loves running, hiking, cycling

I have been into fitness since high school, but consistently been working out since I was 28 years old, with two kids I wanted to show them the. importance of taking care of yourself. I am an avid indoor cyclist for 3 years, runner since 2012.

Timeline

Nurse Medical Management II

Elevance
06.2021 - Current

Clinical Nurse

Sharp Memorial Hospital
08.2004 - 06.2021

Clinical Nurse

Wesley Medical Center HCA
06.2003 - 07.2004

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Newman University
Divina Meng