JANE A. LEVERINGTON
Pueblo
Summary
I am currently completing my Master's in Nursing Education and am looking for employment that will allow me to utilize my skills and education
Hardworking nursing professional bringing 30+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to varied types of patients. Knowledgeable about requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs.
Overview
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
UC Health Parkview Medical Center
04.2026 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective patient care strategies.
- Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management, ensuring understanding of treatment regimens.
- Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
New Parent Support Home visitor
Magellan Health
09.2023 - Current
- Performance of duties as a home visitor for US Army families at Ft Carson, CO
Utilization Manager
Katmai Corporation (USAF Academy)
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Performance of utilization management for both inpatient and outpatient services for Tricare beneficiaries. Assures that services rendered by providers are in accordance with Tricare Policy standards and conducts clinical reviews to assure appropriate services are provided. Use of computer systems in the Defense Health System in accordance with regulations. Collaboration with providers and case managers to assure proper care guidelines.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Primrose Assisted Living
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Responsible for providing administrative and support services to the nursing department to ensure the efficient delivery of nursing and direct care services. With direction from the Director of Nursing (DON), the Assistant Director of Nursing provides exceptional resident care and leadership through adherence to resident service plans, physicians’ orders, community policies and procedures, and federal, state, and local regulations.
RN Case Manager
Centerwell Home Health
07.2020 - 08.2022
- RN Case Manager for Medicare Home Health Clients. Functions in support of Physical/Occupational/Speech Therapy Services, Supervision of Home Health Aide as needed
RN Psychiatric Staff Nurse
Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo
04.2018 - 03.2020
- Performed general nursing care of patients on locked psychiatric unit. Functioned in role of medication administration nurse/treatment nurse as necessary. Functioned in the role of charge RN in absence of supervisory staff to include patient assessment, and supervision of ancillary staff. Use of proper policy and procedure to ensure safety of staff and patients in respect to violent patients, trained in CTI, seclusion and restraint procedures. Skilled in communication between nursing/medical staff and administration to ensure adequate care of patients.
RN Case Manager
ABC Home Health
01.2018 - 03.2018
- Managed the home health services of 20-30 clients by overseeing care by LPN staff and CAN staff. Admitted and recertification of clients according to Oasis standards.
RN Case Manager
Interim Home Health Care
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Managed home health services for 30-50 clients by supervising care by LPN/RN and CNA staff. Managed nursing care for children and adults undergoing PT and OT care, admission and recertification according to Oasis standards for Medicare and Medicaid
Behavioral Health Utilization Manager
United Healthcare Military & Veterans
03.2013 - 07.2014
- Performance of utilization management for both inpatient and outpatient services for Tricare beneficiaries. Assures that services rendered by providers are in accordance with Tricare Policy standards and conducts clinical reviews to assure appropriate services are provided. Use of Care One, PCH and PGBA programs to confirm beneficiary and provider certification for services. Conducts phone reviews with providers to monitor progress of inpatient cases. Utilizes appropriate standards of care guidelines
RN Psychiatric Nurse
Peakview Behavioral Health
06.2012 - 02.2013
- Performance of general nursing duties in an inpatient psychiatric hospital setting. Charge nurse duties include medication administration, monitoring of patients, charge duties and electronic medical record charting using TIER computer program.
RN Staff Nurse
Maxim Staffing Solutions
05.2012 - 06.2012
- Performance of general nursing duties on as needed basis for various healthcare facilities. Functioned in either staff or supervisory positions as required.
RN III Shift Supervisor Circle Program
Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo
10.2010 - 07.2011
- Supervised and directed professional skilled nursing care for clients in an inpatient psychiatric/chemical dependency unit. Responsible for daily supervision of professional nursing staff to include assigning of tasks, evaluating work performance, disciplinary processes. Assisted with clinical groups and/or conducted such groups in absence of primary clinical staff.
Geriatrics Staff Nurse
Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo
08.2005 - 09.2010
- Performed general nursing care of patients on the locked psychiatric unit. Functioned in the role of medication administration nurse/treatment nurse as necessary. Functioned in role of charge RN in absence of supervisory staff to include patient assessment nt, supervision of ancillary staff. Use of proper policy and procedure ensure sure safety of staff and patients in respect to violent patients, trained in CTI, seclusion and restraint procedures. Skilled in communication between nursing/medical staff and administration to ensure adequate care of patients.
Nursing House Manager
St. Mary Corwin Medical Center
10.2002 - 07.2005
- Assisted nursing staff with routine duties of patient care, entering of the duties of patient care, entering of doctor's ordeand rs, retrieval of needed equipment and supplies. Maintained awareness of facility staffing and nurse-to-patient ratios and acted accordingly to assure adequate and safe staffing levels. Acted a liaison between patients/families, nursing staff and physicians and helped to find equitable solutions to conflicts. Functioned in the role of patient placement RN and coordinated with emergency room and nursing units to assure proper placement of patients according to needs. Interfaced with local area hospitals to coordinate efforts to have optimal placement of seriously ill patients, in a time of crisis or facility overflow.
Adjunct Nursing Faculty
Colorado State University Pueblo
08.2004 - 05.2005
- Performed opart-timetme basis as clinical nursing faculty for OB/GYN nursing students. Assisted and instructed BSN students during clinical rotations in Obstetrics and Gynecology course. Responsible for instruction and evaluation and feedback of student performance in the clinical area.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, Nebraska01-2004
Associate of Science - Nursing
Monterey Peninsula College
Monterey, California01-1991
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Grand Canyyon University
Phoenix, AZ12-2026
Skills
- Experienced professional nurse, experienced in acting as a behavioral reviewer and clinical resource
- Experienced in functioning as a facilitator/problem solver for families and patients
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, computer charting/ordering system, and other computer programs
- Extensive nursing skills and knowledge of generally accepted policies and procedures
- EMR / EHR
- Patient education
Certification
Colorado Registered Nurse 161854
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
UC Health Parkview Medical Center
04.2026 - Current
New Parent Support Home visitor
Magellan Health
09.2023 - Current
Utilization Manager
Katmai Corporation (USAF Academy)
06.2023 - 08.2023
Assistant Director of Nursing
Primrose Assisted Living
05.2023 - 06.2023
RN Case Manager
Centerwell Home Health
07.2020 - 08.2022
RN Psychiatric Staff Nurse
Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo
04.2018 - 03.2020
RN Case Manager
ABC Home Health
01.2018 - 03.2018
RN Case Manager
Interim Home Health Care
01.2016 - 12.2017
Behavioral Health Utilization Manager
United Healthcare Military & Veterans
03.2013 - 07.2014
RN Psychiatric Nurse
Peakview Behavioral Health
06.2012 - 02.2013
RN Staff Nurse
Maxim Staffing Solutions
05.2012 - 06.2012
RN III Shift Supervisor Circle Program
Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo
10.2010 - 07.2011
Geriatrics Staff Nurse
Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo
08.2005 - 09.2010
Adjunct Nursing Faculty
Colorado State University Pueblo
08.2004 - 05.2005
Nursing House Manager
St. Mary Corwin Medical Center
10.2002 - 07.2005
Associate of Science - Nursing
Monterey Peninsula College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Grand Canyyon University