Jennifer Martinez
Pearsall
Summary
Home Health RN Case Manager with a proven track record at Homecare Providers of Texas. Experienced healthcare professional with strong background in home health care and case management. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and adapt to changing patient needs. Skilled in patient assessment, care coordination, and developing individualized care plans. Valued for reliability, strong work ethic, and focus on delivering tangible results.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health RN Case Manager
Homecare Providers of Texas
07.2024 - Current
- Managed comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations, ensuring tailored health interventions.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, identifying medical and emotional needs for effective care delivery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate services and enhance patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, fostering understanding and adherence to prescribed therapies.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting care strategies based on evolving health conditions and feedback.
- Utilized electronic health records to document care activities and maintain accurate patient information.
- Advocated for patient rights and resources within the healthcare system, improving access to necessary services.
- Improved medication adherence through thorough education on drug administration, interactions, and potential side effects.
- Mentored new RNs entering the field of home health case management fostering a supportive learning environment for professional growth.
Home Health RN Case Manager
Carter HealthCare
05.2014 - 07.2024
- Developed training materials for new staff, promoting best practices in home health nursing protocols.
- Managed complex caseloads efficiently by prioritizing tasks, delegating responsibilities to support staff, and maintaining detailed records.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care, addressing concerns, and advocating for their needs.
- Streamlined communication with physicians, ensuring accurate documentation and prompt updates on patient conditions.
- Collaborated with external healthcare providers to facilitate seamless transitions between acute care settings and home environments.
- Served as an expert resource for families by providing guidance on disease management techniques, self-care strategies, and available community resources.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
Home Health RN Case Manager
Accolade Home Health Care
01.2006 - 05.2014
- 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.
- Promoted a safe living environment for patients by conducting thorough home safety evaluations and recommending necessary modifications or equipment upgrades.
- Empowered patients and their families to take an active role in care decisions, fostering a sense of self-efficacy and improving long-term health outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient risks, establish baseline health status, and determine appropriate intervention strategies.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by developing personalized care plans and coordinating interdisciplinary team collaboration.
- Prevented complications from chronic illnesses like diabetes or heart failure through targeted patient education initiatives tailored to individual needs.
Telemetry RN (Charge Nurse 2004-2008)
Baptist Medical Center
05.2003 - 06.2008
- Monitored patient vital signs and detected abnormalities for timely intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and treatment options.
- Implemented telemetry monitoring protocols to enhance patient safety and care quality.
- Mentored junior nurses in telemetry best practices and emergency response procedures.
- Analyzed telemetry data to identify trends and improve patient outcomes effectively.
- Administered prescribed medications safely and effectively while closely monitoring potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Enhanced teamwork within the telemetry unit through active participation in daily huddles, shift handoffs, and collaborative problem-solving sessions.
- Ensured patient safety through vigilance in infection control practices, falls prevention strategies, and medication administration protocols.
- Mentored new nursing staff members by sharing expert knowledge on cardiac monitoring techniques, medication administration protocols, and evidence-based interventions for common conditions seen in telemetry units.
- Managed complex patient caseloads with varying acuity levels, effectively prioritizing care needs and allocating resources as necessary.
- Facilitated seamless transitions of care from ICU to telemetry unit by coordinating necessary equipment, resources, and personnel.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Education
Diploma in Nursing - RN
Baptist School of Professional Nursing
San Antonio, TX05-2003
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Clinical assessment
- Compassionate patient care
- Patient and family education
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Medical equipment operation
- Chronic disease management
- Infection control practices
- OASIS proficiency
- Wound care management
- Home health documentation
- Catheter care
- Patient monitoring
- Patient assessments
- Medication administration
- Diabetes management
- Tracheostomy care
- Fall prevention
- LPN oversight
- Home health services
- Medication and IV administration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Compassionate and caring
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Strong clinical judgment
- Direct patient care
- CPR certification
- Physical assessment
- Clear patient communication
- Wound care
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Home Health RN Case Manager
Homecare Providers of Texas
07.2024 - Current
Home Health RN Case Manager
Carter HealthCare
05.2014 - 07.2024
Home Health RN Case Manager
Accolade Home Health Care
01.2006 - 05.2014
Telemetry RN (Charge Nurse 2004-2008)
Baptist Medical Center
05.2003 - 06.2008
Diploma in Nursing - RN
Baptist School of Professional Nursing