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Ericka Sloan

Rosenberg,TX

Summary

I am a qualified and licensed nursing professional, with a strong background in RN case management. I specialize in patient advocacy, ensuring appropriate resource utilization, and care coordination. I am adept at discharge planning in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and known for adaptability, reliability, and results-focused approach in dynamic healthcare environments.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN Case Manager

Texas Orthopedic Hospital
01.2023 - Current
  • Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective case management and patient education on self-care techniques.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients and their families, providing support and education on health management.
  • Streamlined discharge planning processes, ensuring a smoother transition for patients back to their homes or other facilities.
  • Advocated for patients with insurance companies, securing coverage for necessary treatments and medications.
  • Negotiated with healthcare providers to ensure services were provided at best possible cost without compromising on quality.
  • Conduct concurrent reviews ensuring correct admission status utilizing InterQual.

Pain Management Registered Nurse

Texas Orthopedic Hospital
05.2019 - 01.2023
  • Assisted physicians in conducting nerve blocks and other invasive procedures for pain management, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
  • Implemented timely interventions to minimize acute and postoperative pain, promoting faster recovery times for patients undergoing surgery.
  • Educated patients and families on proper medication usage, potential side effects, and self-management techniques for optimal pain relief.

Registered Nurse, PACU

Texas Orthopedic Hospital
07.2017 - 06.2019
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.


  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Prevented complications from anesthesia side effects such as nausea or vomiting using effective medication administration techniques.
  • Streamlined the discharge process for PACU patients, ensuring thorough education on home care instructions and follow-up appointments.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between surgical units through timely communication with preoperative and surgical suite staff regarding patient needs and status updates.
  • Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

St Vincent's University Hospital
05.2012 - 06.2017
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
  • Assisted in the development of unit-specific protocols for common medical-surgical procedures, improving efficiency and standardizing practice across the team.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing evidence-based discharge planning and coordinating follow-up appointments.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Ohio University
Athens, OH
05-2011

Associate of Science - Nursing

Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH
06-2007

Skills

  • Utilization review
  • Discharge planning
  • CPR certification
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Multitasking
  • Healthcare regulations
  • Clinical documentation
  • Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
  • Case management
  • Electronic health records
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Attention to detail
  • Basic life support
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Critical Thinking

Certification

  • Licensed Registered Nurse - 2014-current
  • ACLS
  • BLS

Timeline

RN Case Manager

Texas Orthopedic Hospital
01.2023 - Current

Pain Management Registered Nurse

Texas Orthopedic Hospital
05.2019 - 01.2023

Registered Nurse, PACU

Texas Orthopedic Hospital
07.2017 - 06.2019

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

St Vincent's University Hospital
05.2012 - 06.2017

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Ohio University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Cuyahoga Community College

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