Compassionate RN Case Manager with a strong focus on patient assessment, interdisciplinary collaboration, and effective treatment planning. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through comprehensive care coordination.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Case Manager
Mount Carmel Grove City
Grove City , OH
2018 - Current
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive discharge plans.
Coordinated extended care placements and follow-up services post hospitalization.
Linked patients to community agencies, ensuring access to ongoing support and essential resources.
Conducted needs assessments to identify and address patient requirements for tailored care.
Transfer Center RN
Mount Carmel Transfer Center
Columbus, OH
2017 - 2018
Coordinated patient transfers between hospitals, ensuring timely access to specialized care and meeting logistical requirements.
Facilitated communication between referring and accepting physicians to arrange timely transportation and confirm bed availability.
Evaluated medical records and needs to select appropriate facilities for complex cases such as stroke or trauma.
Facilitated communication between community hospital providers and specialists at tertiary centers to streamline patient care transitions.
Arranged critical care transport using air or ground ambulance services.
RN Case Manager
Ross Heart Hospital
Columbus, OH
2008 - 2016
Implemented case management initiatives that enhanced patient outcomes and streamlined service delivery.
Conducted needs assessments and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored treatment plans.
Executed biopsychosocial assessments to evaluate treatment needs and coordinate appropriate care levels.
Applied clinical judgment for effective discharge planning within cardiothoracic and vascular services.
Supported hospital capacity management goals by achieving length of stay targets and identifying avoidable delays.
Provided counseling and health education to patients and families to enhance understanding.
Assisted vascular surgeon by obtaining vital signs and facilitating wound care, ensuring optimal patient care.
Trauma Case Manager
Grant Medical Center
Columbus, OH
1999 - 2008
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess trauma patients, enhancing treatment decisions alongside trauma surgeons.
Ensured compliance with clinic guidelines and pathways during patient evaluations, promoting standardized care practices.
Formulated treatment and discharge plans utilizing effective clinical judgment.
Completed utilization reviews and submitted clinical information for insurance reimbursement, facilitating timely patient care access.
RN Staff Nurse
Grant Medical Center
Columbus, OH
1992 - 1997
Provided comprehensive patient care through assessment, monitoring, and documentation of conditions to ensure optimal health outcomes.
Administered medications and treatments following established protocols to promote patient safety and adherence.
Created individualized care plans addressing specific patient needs, enhancing overall treatment effectiveness.