Dream Redic-Young
Malvern
Summary
Adept at leading with compassion and expertise, I enhanced patient outcomes and satisfaction at Care IV Home Health through evidence-based care and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, I significantly contributed to quality improvement initiatives, embodying strong clinical judgment and empathy in high-acuity environments. I have multiple clinical experience.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Remote Patient Monitoring
Care IV Home Health
06.2023 - 10.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Remote Utilization Management
Wellpath
12.2020 - 06.2021
Utilization Management Nurse
Wellpath
01.2014 - 12.2020
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the overall standard of care within the organization.
- Supported cost containment efforts by identifying overutilization trends and recommending strategies for improvement.
- Expedited claim resolution by effectively communicating clinical rationale for treatment recommendations to insurance reviewers.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing timely and accurate information on coverage, benefits, and authorization requirements.
Staff Nurse
National Park Medical Center
01.1977 - 09.2001
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and foster collaboration among team members.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
- Coordinated discharge planning with case managers to ensure seamless transitions of care from the hospital to home or other facilities.
- Streamlined workflow processes to increase efficiency in a high-volume clinical setting.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Garland Community College
Hot Springs, AR05.1993
LPN - Nursing
Quapaw Votechnal School
Hot Springs, AR08.1978
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- Care planning
- Patient management
- Care plan development
- Physical assessments
- Patient evaluation
- Telemetry monitoring
- Family education
- Licensed RN
- Critical care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Patient discharge
- EMR systems
- Complex Problem-solving
- Intake and discharge
- Emergency response
- Maintaining privacy
- Chart updating
- EMR / EHR
- Chronic disease management
- Patient counseling
- Treatment Planning
- Data collection
- HIPAA education
- Health screening
- Cardiac care
- Acute care expertise
- Medical recordkeeping
- Long-term care
- Case management
- Medical records management
- Preventive health
- Software Microsoft, Excel and prower point
- Call triaging
- Appointment scheduling
- Home health care
Timeline
Registered Nurse Remote Patient Monitoring
Care IV Home Health
06.2023 - 10.2024
Remote Utilization Management
Wellpath
12.2020 - 06.2021
Utilization Management Nurse
Wellpath
01.2014 - 12.2020
Staff Nurse
National Park Medical Center
01.1977 - 09.2001
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Garland Community College
LPN - Nursing
Quapaw Votechnal School
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