Jennifer Steele
Loganville
Summary
Experienced and dedicated registered nurse with over ten years of experience in diverse healthcare settings and nursing positions with proven ability to enhance patient and hospital outcomes through collaboration and attention to detail.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Case Manager
The Healthy Woman OBGYN
Snellville
10.2025 - Current
- Conducted patient assessments to determine healthcare needs and develop coordinated care plans.
- Educated patients on treatment options and health management strategies to promote informed decision-making.
- Maintained thorough documentation of patient interactions and care plans in electronic health records.
- Facilitated communication between patients and medical staff to improve service quality and patient satisfaction.
Utilization Review Nurse
Emory Healthcare
Decatur
09.2019 - 09.2025
- Conducted reviews of inpatient utilization for compliance with admission criteria and concurrent review requirements.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure adherence to utilization guidelines.
- Communicated effectively with providers regarding authorization requests and clinical needs.
- Analyzed patient data to identify potential areas for improvement in care delivery.
Chronic Disease Care Manager/Educator
Munson Primary Care
Grayling
05.2017 - 06.2019
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans.
- Educated patients on treatment options and health management strategies.
- Facilitated communication between patients and medical staff, improving care coordination and patient satisfaction.
- Coordinated medical appointments and transportation, enhancing access to care for clients.
- Organized referrals for additional services, connecting clients with essential resources for housing and financial support.
- Participated in team meetings with other staff members to discuss case management issues.
- Provided crisis intervention services to clients.
RN, Emergency Department
Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital
Grayling
01.2016 - 05.2017
- Performed triage to prioritize care for emergency room patients.
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized treatment in fast-paced emergency environment.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient status to physicians promptly.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and guidelines.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe hospital environment.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care plans.
RN Floor Nurse
St. Joseph Mercy Hospital
Port Huron
06.2013 - 01.2016
- Monitored patient vitals and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
- Administered medication and executed treatments directed by physicians.
- Initiated admissions, transitions and discharges by communicating with colleagues as well as patients and family members.
- Assisted in developing nursing care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Documented patient progress and interventions accurately in electronic health records.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families during care.
RN, Emergency Department
Lenoir Memorial Hospital, Inc.
Kinston
06.2012 - 01.2013
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized treatment in fast-paced emergency environment.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient status to physicians promptly.
- Administered prescribed medications to patients.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests such as X-rays, CT scans, ultrasounds.
- Managed medical equipment such as ventilators, cardiac monitors, IV pumps.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI08-2020
Associate of Science - Associate Degree Nursing
Craven Community College
New Bern, NC06-2012
High School Diploma -
Grayling High School
Grayling, MI06-2005
Skills
- Care coordination
- Healthcare collaboration
- Compliance management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Patient advocacy
- Problem solving
- Meeting facilitation
Certification
- Registered Professional Nurse (MultiState) RN289201
Timeline
RN Case Manager
The Healthy Woman OBGYN
10.2025 - Current
Utilization Review Nurse
Emory Healthcare
09.2019 - 09.2025
Chronic Disease Care Manager/Educator
Munson Primary Care
05.2017 - 06.2019
RN, Emergency Department
Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital
01.2016 - 05.2017
RN Floor Nurse
St. Joseph Mercy Hospital
06.2013 - 01.2016
RN, Emergency Department
Lenoir Memorial Hospital, Inc.
06.2012 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Eastern Michigan University
Associate of Science - Associate Degree Nursing
Craven Community College
High School Diploma -
Grayling High School