Elizabeth Kendall, BSN, RN
Avon,IN
Summary
Registered nurse with over 7+ years of experience in ICU and cardiac care, specializing in clinical decision-making and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proficient in patient status evaluation, admissions processes, and navigating insurance considerations throughout the continuum of care. Currently transitioning into utilization review and appeals, leveraging a strong foundation in medical necessity and patient placement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Admissions Coordinator
Signet Health
Indianapolis, Indiana
02.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with providers, case management, and insurance teams to streamline admission processes.
- Reviewed clinical documentation for compliance with admission criteria and payer requirements.
- Facilitated patient transitions and throughput across multiple care settings to enhance continuity of care.
- Communicated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure timely and appropriate care decisions.
- Evaluated patients to determine appropriate care level and placement in inpatient rehabilitation.
Registered Nurse - ICU
Franciscan Health
Mooresville, IN
04.2021 - Current
- Delivered high-acuity patient care, collaborating with care teams to improve clinical outcomes for critically ill patients.
- Acted as charge nurse and preceptor, facilitating timely interventions and promoting team development.
- Engaged in interdisciplinary committees, driving quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient care standards.
Registered Nurse - ICU
Hendricks Regional Health
Danville, IN
01.2020 - 02.2024
- Coordinated care for critically ill patients through active participation in multidisciplinary rounds, aligning treatment plans with patient needs and clinical progression.
- Monitored patient status and response to interventions, communicated critical changes to providers for timely decision-making.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and optimize resource utilization during care transitions.
- Oversaw nursing staff and trained new preceptors to streamline team workflow and support staff development within unit operations.
Registered Nurse - Progressive Cardiac Care Unit
Ascension St. Vincent Heart Center
Indianapolis, IN
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Delivered specialized care to cardiac patients, monitoring clinical status and escalating changes to providers for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed unique patient needs.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication adjustments, facilitating safe transitions of care and enhancing patient understanding.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Spanish
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN04-2017
Skills
Core Competencies
- Care Coordination & Transition Planning
- Utilization Review & Level of Care Awareness
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Clinical Assessment & Critical Thinking
- Discharge Planning Support
- Patient education
Clinical & Technical
- EMR: Epic, Cerner, Allscripts
- Clinical data interpretation (labs, vitals, telemetry)
- High-acuity care knowledge (ICU, ventilator, CRRT)
- Care documentation
Leadership & Communication
- Charge Nurse Experience
- Preceptor & Staff Development
- Patient advocacy
Certification
- Registered Nurse (including compact license) - Indiana Board of Nursing
Timeline
Admissions Coordinator
Signet Health
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse - ICU
Franciscan Health
04.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse - ICU
Hendricks Regional Health
01.2020 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse - Progressive Cardiac Care Unit
Ascension St. Vincent Heart Center
01.2018 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Spanish
Indiana Wesleyan University