Janet Knox
Gladstone,MO
Summary
As a healthcare professional I am continuously seeking to problem solve to increase the effectiveness of the process while increasing patient success.
Qualified RN Leader with strong background in RN case management. Demonstrated ability to coordinate patient care plans and collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure optimal outcomes. Proven skills in patient advocacy and resource management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Case Manager
HCA Midwest Health System
10.2023 - 03.2025
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
RN Team Leader
Village home health
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Patient care in the home
- Assess patients, wound care, IV therapy, OASIS documentation
- Work with and interdisciplinary team and oversee the LPN
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
REGISTERED NURSE
Meritas Health Cardiology
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Worked with doctors, entering orders
- Answered patient questions and patient education
- Triaged patients over the telephone
Registered Nurse Care Coordinator
Mosaic Health System
10.2020 - 04.2022
- Decreased in-patient length of stay, working with all member of the care team
- Decreased re-admission rates with safe discharge planning
- Problem solving, finding patient resources
- Identified barriers to effective care coordination, implementing targeted solutions to address gaps in service provision.
Registered Nurse
Saint Luke’s Health System
10.2015 - 08.2020
- Decreased in-patient length of stay as a Nurse Case Manager
- Decreased re-admissions by helping patients with resources
- Taught new nurses and nursing students clinical skills
Chemotherapy Treatment Nurse
Kansas University Medical Center
11.2011 - 10.2015
- Patient education about treatment
- Provided leadership as charge nurse
- New employee trainer
Education
Bachelor of science - Nursing
Southwestern College
Winfield, KS05.1995
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Online07.2011
MBA - Health Administration
University of Phoenix
Online07.2011
Skills
- Leadership abilities
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Detail oriented
- Dedicated to excellence
- Strong clinical skills
- Multidisciplinary approach
- HIPAA compliance
- Discharge planning
- Chronic disease management
Activities
I have a significant history of helping others through leadership and encouragement within my team. My strong communication skills and extensive education have helped me to be a leader amongst my peers as well as an educator to patients and staff.
Timeline
RN Case Manager
HCA Midwest Health System
10.2023 - 03.2025
RN Team Leader
Village home health
05.2023 - 10.2023
REGISTERED NURSE
Meritas Health Cardiology
04.2022 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse Care Coordinator
Mosaic Health System
10.2020 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse
Saint Luke’s Health System
10.2015 - 08.2020
Chemotherapy Treatment Nurse
Kansas University Medical Center
11.2011 - 10.2015
Bachelor of science - Nursing
Southwestern College
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
MBA - Health Administration
University of Phoenix
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