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Ginger Huettel

RN
China Spring,TX

Summary

  • Compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse with 25 years of experience in providing and coordinating patient care. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Strong advocate and efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.


Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
2003
2003
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications

Work History

PCU RN

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest
Waco, TX
11.2023 - Current
  • Educate patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Manage care from admission to discharge.
  • Serve as a liaison between physicians and patients families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
  • Implement effective time-management strategies to optimize productivity while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans, improving patient outcomes.
  • Provide compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
  • Mentor new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
  • Document treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

Charge RN

Goodall Witcher Hospital
07.2016 - 10.2023
  • Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
  • Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control protocols throughout the facility.
  • Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
  • Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
  • Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
  • Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
  • Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
  • Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
  • Improved continuity of care across shifts through concise shift reports detailing pertinent updates on patients'' conditions and treatment plans.

RN Care Coordinator

United Healthcare
Waco, Nebraska
07.2015 - 12.2021
  • Assessed patient needs and developed individualized care plans.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with clients, families, and medical professionals to coordinate services for home care patients.
  • Monitored patient condition, progress, and safety by conducting regular visits and assessments.
  • Scheduled appointments with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and other health care providers as needed.
  • Coordinated transportation services for clients to ensure they were able to access necessary medical care.
  • Assessed patient's need for community resources and equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
  • Maintained accurate records of all interactions with clients including notes on patient progress and changes in condition.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving clients in order to ensure their safety and well-being.
  • Identified potential problems or gaps in service delivery through ongoing evaluation of client outcomes against established standards of practice.

RN Supervisor

Texas Home Health
11.2009 - 07.2015
  • Supervised assigned interdisciplinary clinical team.
  • Reported to the Director of Patient Care Services and serve as the team leader for the clinical team. Ensured the Plan Care properly administered.
  • Ensured office and staff compliance with both state & federal guidelines.
  • Reviewed charting and documentation to ensure proper delivery of care and correct documentation.
  • Provided annual reviews of nurses under my supervision.
  • Participated in on-call rotation, triaging patient situations and providing teaching via phone or going to patients home to provide teaching or care as deemed necessary.
  • Participated in weekly case conference to coordinate patient care with other clinicians.

Plan of Care Coordinator

Texas Home Health
09.2008 - 11.2009
  • Analyzed data for accuracy and completeness of codes assigned by coders.
  • Monitored coding trends, identified areas for improvement, and made recommendations to management.
  • Researched complex clinical scenarios for appropriate code assignment utilizing ICD-9-CM and CPT Manuals.
  • Responded promptly to questions posed by team members regarding proper coding practices.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information at all times.
  • Served as a resource person for coders when difficult coding decisions had to be made.
  • Developed and maintained coding guidelines, policies and procedures.
  • Interacted professionally with field staff in regards to items reviewed and any recommended changes.

Quality Assurance RN

Texas Home Health
10.2006 - 09.2008
  • Reviewed and monitored OASIS documents and Medicare/Medicaid Plans of Care documentation for completeness, accuracy and consistency to ensure compliance.
  • Scheduled and participated in active record audits for compliance including accuracy and timeliness OASIS data, presence of signed physicians orders for services/supplies, utilization and quality of care.
  • Monitored and documented occurrence reports, record reviews and other performance improvement activities, including OASIS Adverse Events reports, incident reports, patient concerns or complaints, infection control and patient satisfaction surveys.
  • Monitored and coordinated the implementation of corrective action plan for deficiencies identified through utilization review, clinical record audits, Adverse Event Reports, Medicare claim denials, client satisfaction surveys, sentinel event review, State surveys, and the Quality Improvement Plan.

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Texas Home Health
12.2005 - 10.2006
  • Assessed and evaluated patient's condition, including physical and psychological status, to develop individualized care plans.
  • Provided direct nursing care by administering medications, treatments, wound care, injections, and other skilled procedures as ordered by the physician.
  • Collaborated with physicians and other health team members to plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration.
  • Instructed patients in proper self-care techniques such as medication administration or wound dressing changes.
  • Conducted home visits to assess safety of living environment for elderly or disabled clients.
  • Assisted with community resource needs.
  • Educated patients regarding their diagnosis and treatment plan while promoting healthy lifestyle choices.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient assessment data and nursing interventions in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary case conferences regarding complex cases requiring special attention or input from various healthcare professionals.

Charge Nurse-Orthopedic, Neurology, Trauma

Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center
05.2004 - 12.2005
  • Managed and directed nursing care activities during the patients hospital stay.
  • Identified short and long term goals based on individual patient care needs.
  • Provided and documented nursing interventions based on patient needs and plan of care.
  • Collaborated with other team members for coordination of daily plan of care for assigned patients.
  • Involved family of patients when providing care and in decision making as appropriate.
  • Documented effectiveness of nursing care and modified plan of care as patient progression towards expected outcomes.
  • Provided pre and post operative nursing care with traumatic and musculoskeletal injuries and conditions including lumbar laminectomies, anterior/posterior cervical discectomies and joint replacements.
  • Educated patients and their families on disease processes, medical-surgical procedures and other aspects of care such as medication and pain management techniques.
  • Provided wound care as ordered by physician, care of chest tubes, tracheostomies, feeding tubes, catheters, EKGs, IV and central lines.
  • Educated patient and family on proper use of braces, prosthetics, and orthopedic equipment with focus on safety.
  • Performed neurological checks to trauma/head injury patients and reported any abnormalities to physicians.
  • Provided broad range of general nursing skills in other service areas of hospital medical-surgical units when needed.


LVN-Orthopedic, Neurology, Trauma

Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center
08.1999 - 05.2004
  • Worked professionally under the direction of Registered Nurse.
  • Performed assigned responsible patient care, utilizing specialized knowledge in the techniques, methods, procedures, and equipment required.
  • Observed, recorded and reported abnormal conditions or behaviors.
  • Took and recorded blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
    Initiated, adjusted or discontinued flow of intravenous therapy.
  • Performed various types of catheterizations and irrigations.
  • Provided for the safety, emotional and physical comfort of patients.
  • Ensured compliance with all hospital policies and procedures related to nursing care.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

McLennan Community College
Waco, TX
05.2001 - 05.2004

LVN - Nursing

McLennan Community College
Waco, TX

Skills

Community resources

Care coordination

Discharge planning

Multidisciplinary approach

Case evaluation

Teamwork

Health promotion

Multitasking Abilities

Patient care

Certification

TNCC 8/2022

Accomplishments

    Norine Yukon Compassion Award-2018

Education and Training

Currently enrolled in BSN program

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

PCU RN

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest
11.2023 - Current

Charge RN

Goodall Witcher Hospital
07.2016 - 10.2023

RN Care Coordinator

United Healthcare
07.2015 - 12.2021

RN Supervisor

Texas Home Health
11.2009 - 07.2015

Plan of Care Coordinator

Texas Home Health
09.2008 - 11.2009

Quality Assurance RN

Texas Home Health
10.2006 - 09.2008

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Texas Home Health
12.2005 - 10.2006

Charge Nurse-Orthopedic, Neurology, Trauma

Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center
05.2004 - 12.2005

Associate of Science - Nursing

McLennan Community College
05.2001 - 05.2004

LVN-Orthopedic, Neurology, Trauma

Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center
08.1999 - 05.2004

LVN - Nursing

McLennan Community College

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