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FARIDA LABARAN RN BSN

Los Angeles,Ca

Summary

Experienced Compassionate, Registered Nurse Case Manager offering years of clinical expertise and experience working with patients and families to facilitate smooth transitions following discharge from medical facilities. Committed to working collaboratively with health plan, leadership and department coordinators to achieve highest quality of patient satisfaction, in a safe cost effective manner. Well-versed in developing individualized care plans and advocating patient welfare. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nonprofit Co-Founder and Vice President /Case Management Specialist

Share The Warmth International
11.2019 - Current
  • Developed and implemented organizational policies and mandates to streamline operations and ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines, reflecting my ability to manage and review healthcare policies
  • Led a team in organizing and executing comprehensive health promotion, prevention, and education activities for the unhoused population of Los Angeles, with a focus on mental health and well-being
  • Achieved a remarkable 30% improvement in outreach and services delivered to approximately 10,000 unhoused Los Angeles residents in 2023 compared to the previous year, demonstrating my commitment to continuous improvement and data- driven decision-making.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
  • Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to determine timely delivery of services.
  • Offered leadership, support and clinical expertise within care management teams to achieve outcomes.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
  • Facilitated individual and group sessions to promote positive behavior change for clients.
  • Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
  • Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for client needs and resolve roadblocks.
  • Conducted community workshops to promote different programs and educate public on available services.
  • Spearheaded fundraising efforts to support social and community service initiatives.
  • Mentored advocates, case managers, interns and volunteers to create positive, productive atmosphere.
  • Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
  • Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
  • Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs.
  • Managed volunteer programs focused on providing community services to underserved populations.
  • Created and managed budgets, efficiently allocating resources for social and community service projects.
  • Conducted outreach activities to engage local stakeholders in programs.

Travel Nurse Clinical Nurse /Registered Nurse Case Manager,

Assertive Community Treatment, Merakay
05.2023 - 06.2023
  • Conducted thorough clinical assessments and utilization reviews, demonstrating expertise in evaluating needs of diverse patient population, including those with psychiatric conditions, and ensuring efficient and judicious allocation of healthcare resources
  • Led comprehensive case management efforts, advocating for patients facing significant social stressors and actively connecting them with vital community resources, including medications, transportation, nutrition, and housing
  • Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary team comprising psychiatrists, social workers, and case managers to coordinate holistic care plans, providing comprehensive support to clients throughout their recovery journey.
  • Collaborated with healthcare leaders and physicians to support and offer resources in performance of duties to maintain high-quality and efficient patient care.
  • Developed and modified patient care plans and assisted interdisciplinary team in identifying client needs and goals to determine priorities of care.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.

Telemetry - Travel Nurse

Mercy Medical Center
07.2022 - 12.2022
  • Collaborated actively with interdisciplinary teams to fine-tune patient care plans, maintain stringent regulatory compliance, and drive cost-effective healthcare delivery initiatives
  • Provided invaluable guidance to patients regarding at-home care and preventive lifestyle choices, promoting long-term wellness and reducing healthcare utilization
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plans, ensuring that 100% of all patients received tailored, evidence-based care designed to optimize health outcomes.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.

Floor and Charge Nurse

Cardiothoracic Surgery Transplant, Cedars Sinai
09.2019 - 07.2022
  • Assumed leadership as Charge Nurse, overseeing a dedicated team of approximately 30 nurses per shift
  • Focus on delivering safe and effective care to post-cardiac surgery and transplant patients within a 64-bed unit
  • Maintained an in-depth knowledge of both state and federal regulations, ensuring that all utilization review practices remained fully compliant with rigorous regulatory standards
  • Spearheaded the development and delivery of quarterly training seminars and courses
  • These educational initiatives played a pivotal role in orienting new staff and introducing updated procedures and protocols.
  • Conducted admissions assessments to determine patient conditions and risk levels.
  • Audited charts and medication to check compliance.
  • Coordinated care with external agencies to best support resident needs.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
  • Welcomed new patients and actively built relationships by explaining patient services programs and offering information and support.
  • Managed caseload to satisfy multiple patients with diverse needs.
  • Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
  • Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.
  • Coordinated patient discharge planning and follow-up care.
  • Coordinated individualized discharge plans to manage safe transition back into community and home environments.

Care Travel Nurse

Telemetry Cardiac Progressive, Mercy Medical Center, Francis Memorial
01.2019 - 09.2019
  • Responded effectively during the challenging CARR fires, swiftly assessing patient conditions and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to stabilize and initiate comprehensive treatment plans
  • This experience honed my crisis management skills
  • Utilized my knowledge of healthcare data analysis to identify trends and opportunities for improving patient care and resource allocation
  • This included gathering and interpreting data related to clinical policies, which aligns with the analytical requirements of the Utilization Management Policy Initiatives Nurse role
  • Actively contributed to the development and implementation of policies and procedures aimed at optimizing patient care, enhancing efficiency, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards
  • This demonstrated my commitment to policy initiatives and adherence to best practices.

Nurse Residency Program Instructor

Clinic
08.2017 - 09.2018
  • Designed comprehensive educational materials and provided guidance to nurture the development of 200 new graduate nurses throughout their intensive 9-month Nurse Residency program
  • This experience showcases my ability to create informative and accessible training resources, a skill crucial in developing training documents for new and revised medical policies
  • Conducted an in-depth 9-month Evidence-Based Practice research initiative focused on patient satisfaction disparities, specifically between patients of social majority and social minority backgrounds
  • This research background equips me with the capability to critically analyze data and trends, a vital aspect when dealing with clinical and utilization data analysis for policy development and compliance
  • Educated a diverse audience of over 200 healthcare professionals, including registered nurses, patient care technicians, nurse managers, health unit coordinators, clinical nurse specialists, and nurse education specialists
  • I imparted strategies aimed at bridging the gap in patient satisfaction disparities
  • This experience highlights my skill in creating training materials and presentations for internal stakeholders, aligning with the role's requirement to assist in developing such documents for medical policies.

Care Registered Nurse

Cardiovascular Surgery Transplant Progressive, Clinic
08.2016 - 09.2018
  • Initiated discharge planning from the moment of patient contact, ensuring a smooth transition to the next point of service
  • My efforts led to a remarkable 35% improvement in the unit's early safe discharge score, demonstrating a commitment to optimizing patient care and resource allocation
  • Delivered evidence-based, cost-effective, and high-quality nursing care to diverse adult and pediatric patient populations on abed unit while effectively managing an average caseload of 3 to 5 patients per shift
  • This experience honed my ability to provide patient-centered care, a crucial aspect of healthcare policy development
  • Led quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the utilization review process
  • These initiatives resulted in a substantial 25% improvement in case review efficiency and concurrently improved patient satisfaction scores
  • This experience reflects my capacity to contribute effectively to policy development, analysis, and implementation, aligning with the demands of the Utilization Management Policy Initiatives Nurse role.

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor’s of Science - Nursing

University of Illinois

Skills

  • Stakeholder Communication
  • Business Development and Retention
  • Strategic Partnerships
  • Partnership Cultivation
  • Case Management
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Strong clinical Judgement
  • Competent in clinical review of charts and coordinating safe case management for complex patient population
  • Works well under high stress situations
  • Familiar with various insurance policies and manged care
  • Coordinating various services
  • Gathering and implementing referrals

Certification

ACLS, BCLS, Policy Development | Data Analysis | Regulatory Compliance | Training Materials | Cross-Functional Collaboration | Clinical Assessment | Crisis Intervention | Therapeutic Communication,

Timeline

Travel Nurse Clinical Nurse /Registered Nurse Case Manager,

Assertive Community Treatment, Merakay
05.2023 - 06.2023

Telemetry - Travel Nurse

Mercy Medical Center
07.2022 - 12.2022

Nonprofit Co-Founder and Vice President /Case Management Specialist

Share The Warmth International
11.2019 - Current

Floor and Charge Nurse

Cardiothoracic Surgery Transplant, Cedars Sinai
09.2019 - 07.2022

Care Travel Nurse

Telemetry Cardiac Progressive, Mercy Medical Center, Francis Memorial
01.2019 - 09.2019

Nurse Residency Program Instructor

Clinic
08.2017 - 09.2018

Care Registered Nurse

Cardiovascular Surgery Transplant Progressive, Clinic
08.2016 - 09.2018

Cornell University

Bachelor’s of Science - Nursing

University of Illinois

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