DUMAH D. CHEBO, RN, BSN
Registered Nurse
Blaine,MN
Summary
A highly efficient, empathetic Behavioral Health Case Manager with a nursing background and a proven track record of helping clients improve mental health and well-being through evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Skilled in selecting and utilizing appropriate treatment modalities and interventions to meet the needs of individuals. Passionate about helping people manage their mental health and improve their quality of life. Seeking to maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management skills, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Behavioral Health Case Manager II RN-BSN
Elevance
Mendota, MN
07.2023 - Current
- Perform telephonic case management for members with behavioral health and substance abuse
- Utilize person-centered thinking, positive behavior supports, motivational interviewing, problem-solving, and trauma-informed care to support behavioral interventions.
- Verify successful coordination of counseling efforts with mental health professionals, doctors, social workers, and other stakeholders.
- Provide referrals to connect clients with other community resources to support mental health and well-being.
- Adhere to ethical and legal standards for confidentiality, protecting clients' privacy.
- Provide comprehensive case management services, create treatment plans, and connect clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Provide person-centered, trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, professional nursing care so that physical and emotional needs of each patient are met.
Licensed Practical Agency Nurse
Brainz Healthcare Nurse Staffing Agency
Brooklyn Park, MN
06.2018 - 12.2022
- Informed nursing personnel of new admissions, expected time of arrival, room assignment, and other information to prepare for patient arrival.
- Administered injections, prescribed medications and enemas, and cleaned and dressed wounds to assist with basic medical care.
- Communicated with patients' families or friends to provide advice, comfort, and release instructions.
- Observed over 30 patients under treatment to identify progress or side effects of medications.
- Cooperated with other agencies to provide continuity of care and implement comprehensive care plans.
Assistant Director of Health Services
Parker Skyview Assisted Living
Minneapolis, MN
03.2018 - 04.2022
- Prioritized high-volume workloads, maintaining concentration under time pressures and with minimal supervision.
- Strong leadership, communication, and nurse management skills for 40-bed housing with services facility
- Transcribed telephone orders, performed patient assessments and documentation, and was fluent in Point-Click Car
- Helped to develop, improve, and implement nursing policies and procedures.
- Scheduled staff and delegated work assignments.
- Oversaw medication passes and all direct patient care.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded them in electronic medical records.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Homecare Pediatric and Adult, Provident Home Healthcare
New Brighton, MN
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Licensed Practical Psychiatric Nurse
Human Services, Incorporated
Downington, PA
07.2016 - 09.2017
- Chronic mental illnesses in outpatient setting
- Managed and supervised medication clinic for 50+ adults diagnosed with varying acute and chronic mental illnesses in outpatient setting.
- Administered psychotropic injections as ordered while monitoring for adverse effects and EPS.
- Assessed need for PRN medication. Oversaw medication and reported patient assessment and progress to psychiatrist.
Licensed Practical Nurse Manager
Penn Psychiatric Center
Phoenixville, PA
07.2015 - 08.2017
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to care for over 20 patients diagnosed with mental conditions.
- Administered prescribed medication and reported patient assessment and progress to psychiatrist.
Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse
Homecare, Bayada Pediatrics
Paoli, PA
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Provided nursing services to medically complex pediatric and young adult patients in 1:1 home setting.
- Monitored, administered, and managed oral medication, intramuscular injections, and supplements.
- Observed, recorded, and reported resident's condition; advised physician of resident's adverse reactions to drugs and treatment.
- Daily care included but was not limited to ventilator care, trach care, medication administration, gastric tube care/feeding, wound care, urinary catheter insertion/care, and oxygen therapy.
- Reported and documented changes in patient's conditions and other matters of concern requiring prompt attention.
Licensed Practical Charge Nurse Parkhouse
Parkhouse Provident Pointe Nursing & Rehab Center
Royersford, PA
10.2006 - 02.2012
- Performed nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations for over 25 residents
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
- Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
05.2023 - 07.2023
GPA: 4.0
Associate of Applied Science - Professional Nursing
04.2022 - 03.2023
GPA: 3.75
- Honoree of Summa Cum Laude
- Dean's List Spring 2022, Summer 2022, Fall 2022, and Winter 2023
Certificate Program - Practical Nursing - Licensed Practical Nurse
09.2004 - 08.2006
GPA: 3.65
- Honoree of Magna Cum Laude
Skills
Addictions and substance abuse
Skilled in intake interviewing
Psychotropic medications knowledge
Staff leadership
Direct Patient Care
Staff assignments
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Dependable and Responsible
Good Telephone Etiquette
Insulin medication assistance
Preventive health
EMR / EHR
Tracheostomy Care
Medication Administration
Home care
Behavioral health services
Timeline
Behavioral Health Case Manager II RN-BSN - Elevance
07.2023 - Current
Capella University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing
05.2023 - 07.2023
Rasmussen University - Associate of Applied Science, Professional Nursing
04.2022 - 03.2023
Licensed Practical Agency Nurse - Brainz Healthcare Nurse Staffing Agency
06.2018 - 12.2022
Assistant Director of Health Services - Parker Skyview Assisted Living
03.2018 - 04.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse - Homecare Pediatric and Adult, Provident Home Healthcare
01.2018 - 01.2020
Licensed Practical Psychiatric Nurse - Human Services, Incorporated
07.2016 - 09.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse Manager - Penn Psychiatric Center
07.2015 - 08.2017
Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse - Homecare, Bayada Pediatrics
01.2012 - 01.2016
Licensed Practical Charge Nurse Parkhouse - Parkhouse Provident Pointe Nursing & Rehab Center
10.2006 - 02.2012
Reading Area Community College - Certificate Program - Practical Nursing, Licensed Practical Nurse
09.2004 - 08.2006