Gwendolyn Anderson
Easton,PA
Summary
RN Case Manager with extensive experience in care coordination and patient education at Bayada Home Health. Demonstrated expertise in assessing patient needs and implementing chronic disease management strategies. Proficient in electronic health records, facilitating effective communication among interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and ensure quality care.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Case Manager
Bayada Home Health
Allentown, PA
03.2022 - 06.2025
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams to achieve optimal health outcomes.
- Assessed patient needs and developed tailored strategies for effective care delivery.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting care plans to ensure compliance and quality.
- Educated patients and families on health management techniques and available resources.
- Documented patient interactions accurately in electronic health records to maintain integrity.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care across settings.
- Conducted home visits to evaluate conditions and deliver necessary support directly.
- Advocated for patient needs within healthcare systems with compassion and effectiveness.
RN School Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
Allentown, PA
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Administered first aid and health assessments for high school students.
- Developed customized care plans addressing chronic and acute health conditions.
- Coordinated communication among teachers, staff, and families regarding student health issues.
- Conducted vision and hearing screenings for entire student population.
- Facilitated evaluations for students requiring special services.
- Educated staff on managing asthma, allergies, diabetes, and bloodborne pathogen safety.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans to comply with health standards.
RN Case Manager Home Health
LHC Group Home Care
12.2018 - 11.2021
- Provided and directed provisions of nursing care to patients in their homes as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations and agency policy.
- Coordinated total plan of care with other health care professionals involved in care and helped to achieve and maintain continuity of patient care by planning and exchanging information with the physician, agency personnel, patient, family, and community resources within a Point of Care setting.
Registered Nurse Endocrinology
Coordinated Health
05.2016 - 10.2018
- Observed and assessed the vital signs of patients with hormonal disorders and mental disabilities resulting from endocrine related problems, and a wide range of endocrine disorders and conditions such as diabetes, follicular thyroid cancer, low testosterone and many others.
- Communicated test results to the endocrinologist to ensure effective treatment plan for the patient.
- Performed physical exams including checking blood sugar levels, monitoring for signs and symptoms of hypo/hyperglycemia, and treating appropriately.
- Maintained and updated patient records with accurate and concise documentation in the patient electronic medical record.
- Administered medications and monitored prescriptions.
- Educated the patient and family members on the best health practices in an empathetic and professional manner.
- Communicated effectively with the patients, the patient’s family members, and the members of the Endocrinology team.
- Assisted with telephone triage in accepting patient calls, collecting accurate data, reporting to physician, and providing call-backs as needed.
- Responded professionally and effectively to cardiac emergencies in accordance with BLS and ACLS guidelines.
RN Case Manager
Revolutionary Home Health
09.2015 - 05.2016
- Managed the care of a case load of 30+ patients per week while in charge of planning, organizing, directing, and performing home care services to meet the needs of individuals and families within their homes and communities with emphasis on community health education for various disease processes.
RN Case Manager
Arcadia Hospice
06.2013 - 09.2015
- Managed the care of terminally ill patients in home and long term care facilities, and supervised CNAs as the RN leading the team in meeting the needs of these terminally ill patients and their caregivers/families.
RN Supervisor
Manor Care
10.2012 - 06.2013
- Caring for the elderly population in the Nursing Home/Rehab setting in charge of the management of patients having multiple health conditions and in need of constant care and medical supervision.
Home Care RN
Around The Clock Nursing
03.2012 - 10.2012
- Caring for children in the home and school settings requiring complex care and in need of constant one to one nursing care.
- Responsible for assuring that the emotional and physical needs, safety and physical comfort of the clients are satisfied and implementing and maintaining the Plan of Care for each client.
LVPG Specialty R.N.
Lehigh Valley Physicians Group Float Pool
01.2009 - 12.2011
- Experienced in the care of adult patients with neurosurgical needs including removal of staples post craniotomy, removal of stitches post lumbar fusion, wound care post craniotomy, post lumbar fusion, and post cervical fusion.
- Patient education with instructions in post op wound care, post op limitations, and expectations.
- Phone triage and problem solving regarding issues with narcotic prescriptions and self care in the home post surgical procedures to prevent infections.
- Assisted the physician with patient procedures including spinal tap and cerebral spinal fluid drainage and collection.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the use of the electronic medical record system, and experience in patient scheduling for appointments with the neurosurgical MD.
LVPG Specialty R.N.
Lehigh Valley Hospital Pediatric Specialty Center
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Functioned as a neurology specialty nurse responsible for direct patient care and assessment of patient/family needs
- Phone Triage utilizing practice protocols and problem solving with guidance of physicians within the neurology clinic
- Coordinating and scheduling diagnostic tests and procedures
- Assisting the physician with patient procedures
- Educating the family in the care of children with neurologic deficits
LVPG Specialty R.N.
Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown, PA
Allentown, PA
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Functioned as a Patient Care Manager for the specialized practice of Endocrinology.
- Provided and coordinated follow up care for patient and family education.
- Coordinated the scheduling of diagnostic testing as needed.
- Performed all patient procedures needed in this area of specialization while collaborating with the physician and ancillary team members to resolve patient needs.
- Managed the daily patient/work flow for this specialized practice.
Home Care, R.N.
Saint Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston, NJ
Livingston, NJ
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Coordinated care with parents of children requiring complex care post hospital discharge with serious chronic illness dependent on medical technology.
- Ensured continuity of care for the child and family by providing education to enhance the family’s capability to meet the special needs of the child.
Home Care, R.N.
Bayada Nurses, Bloomfield, NJ
Bloomfield, NJ
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Cared for children in their home who were discharged from the hospital with various complex needs.
- Assessed needs and carried out nursing care to promote, maintain, and restore health or maximize the level of independence while minimizing the effects of disability and illness.
Charge Nurse, R. N.
Children’s Specialized Day Hospital / Medical Day Care
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Supervision of overall unit activities.
- Collaborating with doctors and with team members of therapy, recreation, and dietary.
- Pre-admission intakes and evaluations.
- Provide patient and family teaching with documentation.
- Coordinate discharge planning.
- Provide patient assessments and direct nursing care.
Staff Nurse, R. N.
University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey, Newark, NJ
Newark, NJ
01.1989 - 01.2000
- Function as a primary care nurse for stable, acute and chronic pediatric patients with emphasis on family centered care and patient education.
- Precept new staff members with complete orientation to the Pediatric Unit.
- Facilitate discharge planning with home care agencies.
Staff Nurse, R. N.
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, Newark, NJ
Newark, NJ
01.1987 - 01.1989
- Graduate nurse working as Night Charge R.N. assigning specific duties to various personnel.
- Provided leadership on 40-bed unit plus a 4-bed PICU step-down unit.
- Employed direct pediatric patient care with administration of medication.
Education
B.S. - Nursing
Rutgers University College of Nursing
Newark, NJ01.1987
Skills
- Care coordination
- Patient assessment
- Electronic health records
- Chronic disease management
- Home health care
- Patient education
Certification
CPR: Adult, Infant, and Child
References
- Kristy Meyer- Bayada Director- 484 719 2230- 1611 Pond Road Suite 103 Allentown PA 18104
- Verna W Boyd BSN,RN - President Wilson-Raleigh Chapter Black Nurses Rock Foundation, CEO Early Identification Early Intervention Outreach Program - 252 299 8501, Vernaboyd@gmail.com
Affiliations
- Active member Black Nurses Rock Wilson-Raleigh Chapter
- Diabetes Educator/Speaker/Associate Early Identification Early Intervention Outreach Program Wilson NC
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Bayada Home Health
03.2022 - 06.2025
RN School Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
11.2021 - 03.2022
RN Case Manager Home Health
LHC Group Home Care
12.2018 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse Endocrinology
Coordinated Health
05.2016 - 10.2018
RN Case Manager
Revolutionary Home Health
09.2015 - 05.2016
RN Case Manager
Arcadia Hospice
06.2013 - 09.2015
RN Supervisor
Manor Care
10.2012 - 06.2013
Home Care RN
Around The Clock Nursing
03.2012 - 10.2012
LVPG Specialty R.N.
Lehigh Valley Physicians Group Float Pool
01.2009 - 12.2011
LVPG Specialty R.N.
Lehigh Valley Hospital Pediatric Specialty Center
01.2008 - 01.2009
LVPG Specialty R.N.
Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown, PA
01.2006 - 01.2008
Home Care, R.N.
Saint Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston, NJ
01.2003 - 01.2006
Home Care, R.N.
Bayada Nurses, Bloomfield, NJ
01.2001 - 01.2003
Charge Nurse, R. N.
Children’s Specialized Day Hospital / Medical Day Care
01.2000 - 01.2001
Staff Nurse, R. N.
University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey, Newark, NJ
01.1989 - 01.2000
Staff Nurse, R. N.
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, Newark, NJ
01.1987 - 01.1989
B.S. - Nursing
Rutgers University College of Nursing
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