Joanne Rhoads
Edgewood
Summary
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with a proven track record at Optum, excelling in patient-centered care and collaborative practice with demonstrated critical thinking and adaptability, enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions and effective communication. Skilled in electronic health records. I successfully reduced hospital readmission rates with strong diagnostic abilities, critical thinking, and advanced patient management skills. Focuses on collaborative team efforts to deliver optimal patient outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and excels in Geriatric settings.
Highly qualified and board certified ARNP, driven to build strong relationships with patients and families. Acts as patient advocate to achieve best possible outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Optum
Minneapolis, MN
01.2016 - Current
- Assisted in patient assessments and developed care plans under supervision.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions accurately.
- Educated patients on health management and preventive care strategies.
- Gained proficiency in electronic health record systems for documentation and communication.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance clinical skills and knowledge areas.
- Supported implementation of evidence-based practices in acute care settings.
- Adapted quickly to changing environments and patient needs during shifts.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing expert acute care nursing interventions and timely responses to critical situations.
- Streamlined documentation processes for increased accuracy, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between healthcare settings by coordinating multidisciplinary efforts during discharge planning processes.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary team collaboration through effective communication and coordination of patient care plans.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments, adjusting care plans as necessary to achieve optimal results.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop comprehensive diagnostic assessments and treatment recommendations for acutely ill patients.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the acute care setting through adherence to best practices and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Provided compassionate, evidence-based care to patients experiencing life-threatening illnesses or injuries.
- Optimized care efficiency by proactively reviewing medical histories and engaging in comprehensive patient assessments during intake processes.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates with thorough discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurse practitioners, fostering professional growth and development while sharing expertise in acute care nursing practice.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with colleagues, maintaining open lines of communication, and consistently demonstrating professional conduct.
- Optimized patient recovery by developing targeted treatment strategies based on individual medical conditions and needs.
- Acted as a clinical resource for nursing staff, offering guidance and support in the delivery of high-quality patient care.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
Education
No Degree - Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, OHMaster of Science - Nursing Education
University of Akron
Akron, OHBachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
University of Akron
Akron, OHSkills
- Flexibility in changing situations
- Responsive to evolving challenges
- Compassionate care
- Collaborative practice
- Clinical decision making
- Healthcare management
- End-of-life care
- Geriatric care
- Care plan development
- Precepting
- Treatment plan development
- Patient examination
- Palliative care
- Records review
- Treatment Planning
- Diagnostic testing
- Geriatric treatment
- SOAP notes expertise
- Chronic disease management
- Medical chart management
- Patient-centered care
Affiliations
Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA)
Certification
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Operating Room Technician
BCLS
Timeline
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Optum
01.2016 - Current
No Degree - Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
Case Western Reserve University
Master of Science - Nursing Education
University of Akron
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
University of Akron
Optum Heroes award
During the Covid 19 influenza outbreak within the Skilled Nursing Facilities, I recognized the need for improved monitoring and administration of Monoclonal Antibody medications, which were new and untested in the facilities. this caused great concern and fear of implementing the medications, Identify required monitoring, needed protocols had to be written as well as the consent form needed to receive the medications. I established the clinic in one of my facilities, wrote the protocols in concert with Pharmacists participation and oversite, wrote the consent form to receive the medications and managed the entire process from identifying the appropriate patients, acquiring the consent to administer the monoclonal antibody, participated with staff in administering the medication, post administration monitoring and education of family, patients, and staff. It was successful, spread to other facilities and enhanced patient lives.