Erica Cavanagh
Ballston Spa
Summary
Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Wellpoint, excelling in patient advocacy and care coordination. Demonstrated problem-solving skills and a friendly demeanor, enhancing patient outcomes through tailored care plans. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, ensuring optimal resource utilization and communication for complex cases.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Domestic Engineer
Self-employeed
12.2013 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Wellpoint
01.2010 - 12.2013
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
- Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing comprehensive assessments and developing tailored care plans.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Streamlined care coordination processes to reduce hospital readmissions and emergency department visits.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Coordinated rehabilitative and preventive nursing processes and procedures.
- Advocated for patients'' rights, facilitating access to necessary services and resources within the community.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Peter's Hospital, Albany, NY
06.2008 - 01.2010
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Managed caseload of 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Effectively managed acute pain symptoms by administering medications as prescribed while monitoring for potential side effects.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Albany Memorial School of Nursing
Albany, NYSkills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Domestic Engineer
Self-employeed
12.2013 - Current
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Wellpoint
01.2010 - 12.2013
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Peter's Hospital, Albany, NY
06.2008 - 01.2010
Associate of Science - Nursing
Albany Memorial School of Nursing
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