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Erika Menear

Greensboro,PA

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Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

RN Case ManagerQuality Assurance CoordinatorHome Health RN Case ManagerHome Health RN Case ManagerRN Floor Nurse

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Greensboro, PA
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

$40/hr - $60/hr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CultureWork from home optionPaid sick leave401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing4-day work week

Summary

Accomplished Registered Nurse with expertise in quality management systems and relationship building, offering a diverse background in acute inpatient care, office nursing, home health, and quality assurance. Demonstrates a strong work ethic while effectively organizing and multitasking to ensure continuous operational success and optimal patient care. Committed to fostering collaborative environments that enhance team performance and patient outcomes.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

RN Case Manager

Senior Life Greene
09.2017 - 01.2026
  • Coordinated patient care plans to ensure comprehensive support and resource accessibility.
  • Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs and develop tailored interventions.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance communication and optimize patient outcomes.
  • Educated patients and families on healthcare options, fostering informed decision-making and adherence to treatment plans.
  • Monitored patient progress, adjusting care strategies as needed to achieve desired health outcomes.
  • Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
  • Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
  • Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
  • Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
  • Enhanced patient care by developing comprehensive care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
  • Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective case management and patient education on self-care techniques.
  • Served as a key liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, fostering open communication and trust among all parties involved in the care process.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' needs, enabling more accurate diagnoses and targeted interventions.
  • Streamlined discharge planning processes, ensuring a smoother transition for patients back to their homes or other facilities.
  • Managed care for case load of approximately 35 patients.

Quality Assurance Coordinator

Senior Life Greene
09.2017 - 01.2026
  • Conducted regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Developed and implemented quality assurance processes to enhance product reliability.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and address quality issues proactively.
  • Trained staff on best practices for quality control and assurance protocols.
  • Analyzed data trends to drive continuous improvement initiatives across operations.
  • Led root cause analysis sessions to determine quality improvement initiatives
  • Submitted Quarterly and as needed data to HPMS
  • Conducted regular audits to identify areas of improvement, leading to increased customer satisfaction levels.
  • Facilitated open communication channels between departments for sharing best practices related to quality assurance methodologies, driving organizational success as a whole.
  • Assisted with quality control audits.
  • Developed monthly, end-of-quarter and other statistical reports for leadership team and quality improvement programs.
  • Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating consistency problems or production deficiencies.
  • Analyzed quality and performance data to support operational decision-making.
  • Implemented new quality assurance and customer service standards.
  • Monitored staff organization and suggested improvements to daily functionality.

Home Health RN Case Manager

Harmony Home Health Care
11.2016 - 09.2017
  • Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams to enhance treatment outcomes.
  • Conducted comprehensive health assessments to identify patient needs and develop personalized interventions.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans based on evolving health conditions and feedback.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, medication adherence, and preventive care strategies.
  • Utilized electronic health record systems to track patient data, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in documentation.
  • Managed complex caseloads efficiently by prioritizing tasks, delegating responsibilities to support staff, and maintaining detailed records.
  • Expedited wound healing using advanced wound care techniques such as negative pressure therapy or hydrocolloid dressings when appropriate.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through diligent monitoring of patients'' progress and timely interventions in-home settings.

Home Health RN Case Manager

Washington Hospital Home Health
08.2016 - 11.2016
  • Coordinated comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
  • Monitored patient progress, adjusting interventions based on clinical assessments.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management and health maintenance strategies.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and service delivery.

RN Floor Nurse

WVU Ruby Memorial Hospital
11.2006 - 06.2016
  • Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and established protocols.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
  • Monitor patient vital signs, documenting changes and reporting concerns to medical staff.
  • Educate patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
  • Mentor junior nurses, fostering skill development and promoting teamwork in high-pressure environments.
  • Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better self management.
  • Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
  • Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
  • Ensured accuracy in patient records by meticulously documenting assessments, interventions, and outcomes, ultimately contributing to better-informed decision making by healthcare providers.
  • Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in Medical surgical environment.
  • Maintained high standards of clinical excellence through regular participation in professional development opportunities and staying current with industry best practices.
  • Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
  • Facilitated timely discharges through efficient coordination with case managers, social workers, and physicians.
  • Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
  • Advanced critical thinking skills for prompt identification of potential complications or deteriorating conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented further health decline.
  • Modified patient health treatment plans by observing patient conditions and responses.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
  • Improved patient care by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing support on a busy hospital floor.
  • Coped effectively with mental and emotional challenges of positions by remaining centered on patients' needs and delivering quality care.
  • Supported smooth transitions of care by effectively collaborating with other nurses during shift handovers, ensuring seamless continuity of patient care.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Waynesburg University
Waynesburg, PA
05-1996

Skills

  • Quality management systems

  • Strategic planning

  • Material specifications

  • Documentation management

  • Audit compliance

  • Customer service

  • Relationship building

  • Customer satisfaction

  • Internal auditing

  • Training and development

Accomplishments

  • Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements.Successfully provided quality care to 6 patients in acute environment.
  • Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
  • Presented Poster presentation at National Nursing Conference on Sleep Hygiene in the Adult Hospitalized Patient.
  • Supervised team of 6 staff members.

Timeline

RN Case Manager

Senior Life Greene
09.2017 - 01.2026

Quality Assurance Coordinator

Senior Life Greene
09.2017 - 01.2026

Home Health RN Case Manager

Harmony Home Health Care
11.2016 - 09.2017

Home Health RN Case Manager

Washington Hospital Home Health
08.2016 - 11.2016

RN Floor Nurse

WVU Ruby Memorial Hospital
11.2006 - 06.2016

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Waynesburg University

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