Proactive and versatile healthcare professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Discharge Plan Manager
UPMC Shadyside Hospital
08.2024 - Current
Functions as a coordinator and accountable for all post-discharge needs by assessing for relevant factors. Engaging with the care team, and placing a focus on an optimal discharge plan with timely utilization of hospital resources. This discharge plan reviews discipline recommendations and coordinates necessary care for positive patient outcomes outside of the inpatient setting.
Coordinate and oversee weekly orientation of new staff. Tracking and organizing licensure and CPR certification. Teach CPR for Campus. Provide staff education on topics pertinent to resident care. Manage and track all new CNA trainees. Providing UPMC access /building access to all employees. Including interviewing and hiring of CNA staff. Provide education after a state inspection in order to have a tag cleared. Organize and manage the yearly competency fair. Pick up on the floor when needed, and work as a supervisor.
Clinical Coordinator
UPMC Home Care, North
08.2021 - 07.2022
Oversee and Coordinate patient care in collaboration with Physicians and a multidisciplinary team to provide safe, caring, and complete healthcare to patients
Support staff daily with clinical issues and complete problem solving while facilitating teamwork among co-workers
Senior Professional Staff Nurse II
UPMC Home Care, North
03.2010 - 08.2021
Case manager within a multi-disciplinary team that initiates, coordinates, and evaluates patient and family health teaching
Collaborates with physician orders and patient’s needs
Complete medication reconciliation while teaching medications to patients
Registered Nurse
UPMC Mercy Hospital
09.2008 - 03.2010
Worked in Level 1 Trauma/Burn unit, and utilized skills including hydrotherapy, titrating medications, and assisting physicians with bedside procedures