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Emily Sorensen

BSN, RN
Chester,Va.

Work Preference

Desired Job Title

BSN, RN Case ManagerRN Case ManagerTeacherCharge and Intake NurseCharge Nurse

Work Type

Full Time

Summary

Dedicated registered nurse and case manager with a history of driving successful patient care through effective planning and interdisciplinary teamwork. Proven ability to create and implement individualized evidence based strategies that enhance outcomes and satisfaction for a diverse patient population.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

BSN, RN Case Manager

Suncrest Hospice
Richmond, Virginia
03.2025 - Current
  • Drove positive patient outcomes by coordinating interdisciplinary care plans.
  • Increased company census through effective caregiver support and engagement strategies.
  • Assessed patient needs to formulate tailored recovery strategies.
  • Monitored patient progress, adjusting care plans for optimal results.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate patient needs and preferences.
  • Developed educational resources for families regarding end-of-life care options.
  • Facilitated coordination of patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams for effective hospice services.

BSN, RN Case Manager

Serenity First Hospice
Richmond, Virginia
06.2022 - 2025
  • Facilitated interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance quality of patient-centered care.
  • Coordinated comprehensive care plans for optimal end-of-life services.
  • Assessed patient needs, developing tailored support strategies for families.
  • Streamlined communication among patients, families, and healthcare providers.
  • Documented patient progress in electronic health records with precision.
  • Connected clients with social services and healthcare providers to promote autonomy.
  • Educated clients on mental health conditions, medications, and self-care techniques.
  • Trained new staff on hospice policies and best practice standards.

RN Case Manager

All About Care Home Health
Richmond, VA
06.2021 - 06.2022
  • Initiated care planning interventions and evaluations for over 55 patients.
  • Scheduled and conducted regular follow-up visits to assess ongoing care needs.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive service delivery.
  • Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to address patients’ home-based requirements.
  • Cultivated therapeutic relationships with patients experiencing acute and chronic conditions.
  • Advocated for tailored care and provided guidance on medication administration.

Teacher

InnerChiArts
Chester, VA
01.2001 - 05.2022
  • Lead classes in healing arts, including yoga, meditation, and qigong.
  • Provide personalized healing sessions to enhance wellness.
  • Design tailored lesson plans based on student abilities and specific requests.
  • Facilitate a supportive environment that promotes mind-body connection.
  • Guide students in identifying and harnessing their strengths and passions.

Charge and Intake Nurse

Richmond City Justice Center
Richmond, VA
10.2020 - 06.2021
  • Cultivated therapeutic relationships with incarcerated patients experiencing mental and physical health conditions.
  • Spearheaded care planning for 700+ inmates while overseeing a six-member nursing team.
  • Performed holistic admissions assessments and managed wound dressing changes and phlebotomy.
  • Rapidly responded to emergencies, employing evidence-based practices to save lives.
  • Educated patients on deep breathing and meditation techniques to enhance wellbeing and reduce anxiety.
  • Advocated for patients by ensuring tailored care aligned with individual needs and medication protocols.
  • Strictly adhered to state regulations and center procedures while upholding patient confidentiality.
  • Optimized patient care through interdisciplinary collaboration and application of evidence-based practices.

Charge Nurse

St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center
Ogdensburg, NY
08.2019 - 09.2020
  • Delivered top-tier patient care in psychiatric center while overseeing six nurses and therapy aides.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with patients and families to provide compassionate, collaborative care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to fulfill complex requirements for holistic, person-centered care.
  • Ensured accuracy in record-keeping and documentation submission.
  • Provided comprehensive education on health care plans to patients and families.
  • Minimized instances of behavioral codes by 25% through therapeutic communication and meditation practices.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction ratings by proactively addressing needs and developing rapport with clients.
  • Demonstrated urgency and composure to achieve optimal patient outcomes through effective problem-solving.

Licensed Practical Nurse and Registered Nurse

St. Joseph’s Addiction and Recovery Center
Saranac Lake, NY
09.2018 - 08.2019
  • Delivered support, encouragement, and companionship to enhance well-being and life quality for 70 patients. Sustained high-standard patient care by taking time to understand fluctuating needs. Documented and maintained patient records while adhering to established regulatory requirements. Identified needs through assessments to develop a suitable intervention plan.
  • Encouraged a supportive, therapeutic environment for 70 patients, building positive relationships to successfully coordinate condition and response to treatment.
  • Enabled patient safety, independence, and quality of life, utilizing compassionate care to navigate difficult situations.

Volunteer

Various Organizations
01.2013 - 12.2014
  • Coordinated volunteer schedules to enhance support for ongoing projects and events.
  • Executed diverse roles in cooking, farming, childcare, livestock care, and harvesting duties.
  • Assisted in preparation, setup, and breakdown of community and public events.
  • Provided support during workshops and educational sessions for participants.
  • Organized community events and outreach programs to promote engagement.
  • Managed participant communications to ensure clarity and responsiveness.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Aspen University
Denver, CO
09-2021

Associate Degree of Nursing - The Art and Science of Nursing

North Country Community College
Saranac Lake, NY
05-2019

Skills

  • Case management and care coordination
  • Care planning and medication management
  • Multifactorial assessments
  • Interdisciplinary teamwork and collaboration
  • Admissions and discharges
  • Patient education and engagement
  • Conflict resolution and de-escalation
  • Effective communication skills
  • Problem solving strategies
  • Team leadership and quality assurance
  • Regulatory compliance and patient assessment
  • Data collection techniques

Certification

  • Crisis Prevention and Integration (CPI)
  • Preventing and Managing Crisis Situations (PMCS)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Non-violent Communication
  • Wellness Self-Management (WSM)
  • Screening Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT)
  • Focus on Integrated Treatment (FIT)
  • Suicide Safer Care
  • Youth Empowerment Strategies (YES)
  • Taoist Yoga Teacher

Career Experience

  • RN Case Manager, Suncrest Hospice, Richmond, VA, 03/01/25, Present, Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure quality patient-centered care using best practices., Build community relationships and educate caregivers, team members, and nursing students., Achieve positive patient outcomes, increased company census, and enhanced caregiver support.
  • Case Manager Registered Nurse, Serenity First Hospice, Richmond, VA, 06/01/22, 03/01/25, Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure quality patient-centered care using best practices., Build community relationships and educate caregivers, team members, and nursing students., Achieve positive patient outcomes, increased company census, and enhanced caregiver support.
  • Case Manager, All About Care Home Health, Richmond, VA, 06/01/21, 06/01/22, Initiate care planning, interventions, and evaluations for over 55 patients., Oversee a nursing team of 2 LPNs and 2 health aides., Coordinate care with multidisciplinary providers to ensure patient's home-based needs are met., Cultivate therapeutic relationships with patients suffering from acute or chronic conditions.
  • Charge and Intake Nurse, Richmond City Justice Center, Richmond, VA, 10/01/20, 06/01/21, Cultivate therapeutic relationships with incarcerated patients., Spearhead care planning for 700+ inmates and oversee a six-member nurse team., Perform holistic admissions assessments and monitor progress.
  • Charge Nurse, St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center, Ogdensburg, NY, 08/01/19, 09/01/20, Render top-tier patient care and oversee six nurses and therapy aids., Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to address complex requirements., Ensure accuracy and attention to detail while submitting records.
  • Licensed Practical Nurse and Registered Nurse, St. Joseph’s Addiction and Recovery Center, Saranac Lake, NY, 09/01/18, 08/01/19, Deliver support and companionship to enhance well-being for 70 patients., Document and maintain patient records while adhering to regulatory requirements., Encourage a supportive, therapeutic environment for patients.

Timeline

BSN, RN Case Manager

Suncrest Hospice
03.2025 - Current

BSN, RN Case Manager

Serenity First Hospice
06.2022 - 2025

RN Case Manager

All About Care Home Health
06.2021 - 06.2022

Charge and Intake Nurse

Richmond City Justice Center
10.2020 - 06.2021

Charge Nurse

St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center
08.2019 - 09.2020

Licensed Practical Nurse and Registered Nurse

St. Joseph’s Addiction and Recovery Center
09.2018 - 08.2019

Volunteer

Various Organizations
01.2013 - 12.2014

Teacher

InnerChiArts
01.2001 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Aspen University

Associate Degree of Nursing - The Art and Science of Nursing

North Country Community College
Emily SorensenBSN, RN