JENNIFER YOAKUM
Jupiter
Summary
Healthcare professional proudly offering more than 20 years of expertise in nursing field. Well-rounded and personable Utilization Review Nurse talented in admission and continued stay reviews. Effectively evaluates patient treatment plans and makes critical decisions to optimize resource use. Known for having a great rapport with providers and insurance companies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Utilization Review Nurse
Jupiter Medical Center
10.2024 - Current
- Reduced healthcare costs through efficient utilization of resources and identification of unnecessary treatments or procedures.
- Ensured compliance with regulations and accreditation standards by maintaining accurate documentation of all utilization review activities.
- Evaluated medical guidelines and benefit coverage to determine appropriateness of services.
- Streamlined the case management process by effectively prioritizing high-risk cases for timely intervention and followup.
- Enhanced patient care coordination by effectively communicating review outcomes to healthcare teams.
RN Case Manager
JUPITER MEDICAL CENTER
02.2022 - Current
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Facilitated multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care, fostering collaborative approach to healthcare.
Case Manager
Tenet Healthcare
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address patient needs and goals.
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, and nutritionists to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
Assistant Nurse Manager
Tenet Healthcare
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Resolved conflicts among staff members by employing effective communication techniques and seeking mutually beneficial solutions when issues arose.
- Participated in hospital-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall patient experience and satisfaction levels.
- Maintained open lines of communication with patients'' families to ensure their needs were met and concerns addressed promptly.
- Ensured timely documentation of all nursing activities within electronic medical records system, contributing to accurate record keeping and informed decision-making processes.
Registered Nurse
Tenet Healthcare
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Education
Associates of Science - Nursing
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL01.2003
Skills
- InterQual criteria
- Utilization review
- Utilization management
- Effective communication
- Documentation and reporting
- Physician consultations
Certification
Certified Orthodontic Assistant (1999)
Timeline
Utilization Review Nurse
Jupiter Medical Center
10.2024 - Current
RN Case Manager
JUPITER MEDICAL CENTER
02.2022 - Current
Case Manager
Tenet Healthcare
01.2021 - 01.2022
Assistant Nurse Manager
Tenet Healthcare
01.2018 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse
Tenet Healthcare
01.2014 - 01.2018
Associates of Science - Nursing
Palm Beach State College
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