Emily Kuritz RN
Henderson,Nevada
Summary
Knowledgeable 7 + years experience in a Behavioral Health acute setting. Highly trained Psychiatric Charge Nurse offering well-developed interpersonal, acute care treatment and relationship building skills. Utilization Review
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Charge RN/Utilization Review RN
Verde Valley Medical Center
07.2012 - 04.2019
- Performed prior authorization review of services requiring notification.
- Obtained authorizations from multiple insurance carriers for various levels of care.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
Case Manager
The Guidance Center
06.2006 - 01.2010
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
- Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
- Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
Education
Associates of Applied Science - Nursing
Coconino Community College
Flagstaff, ArizonaBachelor of Science - Psychology
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05.2006
Skills
- Utilization Review
- Obtaining Authorizations
- Medication Education
- Patient Relationships
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Intramuscular Injections
- Patient Admission
- Physical Assessment
Certification
- RN License in NV - Active until January 2025
- BLS Certified Current - Active until August 2025
Timeline
Behavioral Health Charge RN/Utilization Review RN
Verde Valley Medical Center
07.2012 - 04.2019
Case Manager
The Guidance Center
06.2006 - 01.2010
Associates of Applied Science - Nursing
Coconino Community College
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Northern Arizona University
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