DONNA M. JANDREAU, RN
Meriden,CT
Summary
Healthcare professional with substantial experience in utilization review and patient care management. Known for precision in evaluating patient treatment plans and making critical decisions to optimize resource use. Valued team collaborator with focus on achieving impactful results and adapting to dynamic healthcare environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Apple Rehabilitation Center
08.2024 - 04.2025
- Monitored and ensured that treatment is carried out in accordance with developed and established programs.
- Maintained records, reports, and accounts of patient behaviors, symptoms, reactions, and changes in mental, physical, or social conditions.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging situations.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs, and ancillary staff.
- Promoted a safe and healthy work environment through adherence to infection control policies and procedures.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
Staff Nurse
Aaron Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Utilize strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care while seeking opportunities for improvement in treatment.
- Assist a wide variety of patients with healing and recovery after surgery, stroke, head trauma, and other physiological needs.
- Act as patient advocate and implement total patient care through a team nursing process covering 10-14 high acuity patients per shift.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Staff Nurse
Portland Care and Rehabilitation Center, LLC
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Completes orders per provider/protocol and confirms required patient education and orders have been processed, verified and completed.
- Observe, document, and report patient's responses, complaints, issues, and concerns as well as changes in their condition.
- Place orders and consults per protocols; obtain labs; provides medication list for patient's review. Receives and completes patient’s narcotic prescription requests for renewal.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
MDS Coordinator
Windsor Health and Rehabilitation Center, LLC
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Ensure assessments for Medicare are completed on time, and up to CMS guidelines.
- Ensure individual care plans are written per CMS guidelines and updated as needed.
- Audit plans of care to ensure documentation is being done, providing support as needed.
- Report regular status and updates to appropriate personnel.
- Completed assessments for residents admitted under assessments requiring 3-5 day books.
Nurse Case Manager
Family Care Visiting Nurses
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Company Overview: Meriden, CT
- Collaborate with physicians, patients and their families, nurses, therapists, social workers and other members of the patient care team to develop a patient specific care and treatment plan.
- Proficient in computer skills, to complete documentation on laptop.
- Provide services or treatments requiring substantial and specialized nursing skill according with the written patient care plan and the signed plan of treatment.
- Developed and modified patient care plans and assisted interdisciplinary team in identifying client needs and goals to determine priorities of care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Nurse I Chronic
Davita Dialysis
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Company Overview: Newington, CT
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care for all patients undergoing dialysis.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare providers, such as dietitians and social workers, to ensure comprehensive support for patients during their dialysis journey.
- Improved patient outcomes through diligent monitoring of vital signs and timely intervention when necessary.
- Increased patient safety by adhering to strict infection control protocols throughout the entire dialysis process.
UR Clinical Coordinator, Nurse Case Manager
Workers’ Compensation Trust
11.2018 - 11.2020
- Company Overview: Wallingford, CT
- Evaluated the quality, effectiveness, medical necessity, and efficiency of health care services, procedures, and facilities under the provisions of CT State Guidelines within the mandated timelines.
- Developed a summary report cover sheets for all incoming claims requests for an organized and unified process.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
- Contributed to team discussions and case conferences actively, sharing insights and expertise with colleagues to optimize client support strategies.
- Facilitated individual and group sessions to promote positive behavior change for clients.
- Streamlined case documentation procedures, reducing processing time and increasing efficiency.
Education
Diploma - Health Claims Specialist
Branford Hall Career Institute
Southington, CT03-2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Goodwin College
East Hartford, CT08-2013
Skills
- Conducting comprehensive physical evaluations
- Service excellence
- Nursing team leadership
- Collaborative decision-making
- Team collaboration and motivation
- Chart audits
- Healthcare technology implementation
- Strong organizational skills
Certification
- Licensed State of CT Registered Nurse - 108570
- Certified Google IT Support
- AHA CPR, AED Certification
- HIPAA Certification
- OSHA Certification
- Dementia Ambassador
Work Availability
monday
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morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Right is right, even if everyone is against it, and wrong is wrong, even if everyone is for it.
William Penn
Timeline
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Apple Rehabilitation Center
08.2024 - 04.2025
Staff Nurse
Aaron Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
08.2023 - 08.2024
Staff Nurse
Portland Care and Rehabilitation Center, LLC
03.2023 - 08.2023
MDS Coordinator
Windsor Health and Rehabilitation Center, LLC
09.2022 - 03.2023
Nurse Case Manager
Family Care Visiting Nurses
08.2022 - 10.2022
Nurse I Chronic
Davita Dialysis
03.2022 - 08.2022
UR Clinical Coordinator, Nurse Case Manager
Workers’ Compensation Trust
11.2018 - 11.2020
Diploma - Health Claims Specialist
Branford Hall Career Institute
Associate of Science - Nursing
Goodwin College
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