Joanne Bassano
Succasunna,NJ
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, infusion therapy, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Atlantic Health System
02.2022 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
Case Manager
WellCare Health Plans
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Achieved positive client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
- Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
- Coordinated essential services for clients, resulting in improved overall well-being and selfsufficiency.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address client needs and formulate tailored support strategies.
- Strengthened relationships with community organizations to increase access to supportive resources for clients in need.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
Oncology Nurse Navigator
Atlantic Health Care
04.2019 - 02.2020
- Improved patient outcomes by developing comprehensive care plans and collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing emotional support, education, and resources throughout the cancer treatment process.
- Streamlined patient navigation through complex healthcare systems by coordinating appointments, tests, and treatments for optimal efficiency.
- Increased patient adherence to treatment plans by building strong rapport and trust with patients and their families.
- Educated patients on side effect management strategies, empowering them to take control of their health during treatment.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, healthcare providers, insurance companies, and community resources to ensure seamless coordination of care.
- Advocated for the needs and preferences of patients during interdisciplinary team meetings to optimize treatment outcomes.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, social, financial needs throughout their cancer journey.
Oncology Infusion Therapy Nurse
Atlantic Health System
02.2015 - 04.2019
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of catheters, IVs and PIC lines.
- Documented nursing services provided and uploaded to comprehensive tracking systems for health records and billing.
- Evaluated charting procedures for adherence to best practices.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Nursing Manager, Oncology Infusion
Oncology Hematology Specialists, PA
09.1998 - 09.2015
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular evaluations, feedback, and tailored coaching sessions.
- Developed and implemented effective nurse scheduling to optimize staffing levels and minimize overtime costs.
- Streamlined workflows with the introduction of electronic health record systems, reducing documentation errors.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and streamline communication between departments.
- Served as a key liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and administration, fostering collaboration across all stakeholders.
- Maintained regulatory compliance by staying up-to-date with changing industry standards and ensuring staff adherence to policies and procedures.
- Managed departmental budget effectively, identifying cost-saving opportunities while maintaining high-quality care delivery.
- Recruited hired, and onboarded top nursing talent to strengthen our team''s capabilities further.
- Promoted a positive work environment by addressing staff concerns promptly and providing resources for professional development opportunities.
- Assessed staffing needs accurately during crucial times such as holidays or flu season to ensure adequate coverage without overstaffing or creating unnecessary financial burden.
- Delegated responsibilities effectively amongst team members according to individual strengths and areas of expertise which allowed for smooth transitions during shift changes and increased overall productivity.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Compassionate Care Hospice
09.2013 - 01.2015
- Improved patient care by developing and implementing comprehensive hospice nursing plans tailored to individual needs.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary team collaboration through proactive communication and coordination of patient services.
- Ensured timely delivery of medical treatments for optimal symptom management while maintaining a high level of compassion.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the end-of-life process, promoting dignity and comfort.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Baltimore Maryland GPA 3.906.2016
Skills
- Precepting
- Wound Care
- Emergency Response
- Healthcare Billing
- Care Planning
- Case Management
- Intravenous Therapy
- Care Plan Development
- Patient Education and Counseling
- Direct Patient Care
- Licensed RN
- Utilization review
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Atlantic Health System
02.2022 - Current
Case Manager
WellCare Health Plans
02.2020 - 02.2022
Oncology Nurse Navigator
Atlantic Health Care
04.2019 - 02.2020
Oncology Infusion Therapy Nurse
Atlantic Health System
02.2015 - 04.2019
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Compassionate Care Hospice
09.2013 - 01.2015
Nursing Manager, Oncology Infusion
Oncology Hematology Specialists, PA
09.1998 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Walden University
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