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Jodi Caprella

Jodi Caprella

Lima

Summary

Knowledgeable professional provides optimal support for patients. Respectful, knowledgeable and conscientious in addressing concerns. Brings several years of related experience and desire to positively impact patient health and wellbeing.

Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Appeals Clinician

Centene
St Louis
12.2022 - Current
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
  • Researched case files to ensure accuracy of information prior to making decisions on appeals or grievances.
  • Monitored progress made towards resolving appealed or grieved matters.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Joint Township District Memorial Hospital
St Mary’s
03.2021 - 12.2022
  • Administered medications according to physician orders.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions for patients in a residential setting.
  • Developed education materials about psychiatric illnesses for use by staff and clients.
  • Provided comprehensive care to patients suffering from mental health issues.
  • Educated families on the diagnosis, management, and prevention of mental illness.
  • Conducted psychosocial assessments to determine appropriate interventions.
  • Performed physical and mental assessments of psychiatric patients.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention when needed.
  • Instructed individuals on how to cope with their mental health conditions through lifestyle changes, such as diet or exercise regimens.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments as needed.
  • Assessed client responses to medication regimes and reported any adverse reactions.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and goals for each patient.
  • Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

St Rita’s Medical Center
Lima
11.2015 - 02.2021
  • Assisted with crisis intervention when needed.
  • Monitored patient vitals, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration rate, oxygen saturation levels, and weight.
  • Provided nursing care to patients in accordance with physician orders and accepted standards of practice.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss assessment findings related to ongoing care management plans.
  • Assessed suicide risk factors among patients and created safety plans as needed.
  • Facilitated psycho-educational groups focused on relapse prevention, coping skills development, and life management skills.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective strategies for managing difficult behaviors.
  • Monitored client progress towards recovery goals using evidence-based interventions and techniques.
  • Administered medication management services including prescribing psychotropic medications as needed.
  • Documented assessments, interventions, evaluations and progress toward outcomes in patient records.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Lima Technical College
Lima, OH
06-1989

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

The Ohio State University
Lima

Skills

  • Case management
  • Medication administration
  • Psychosocial assessment
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Appeals processing
  • Documentation management
  • Data analysis
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Research skills
  • Detail orientation
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Insurance policies
  • Problem-solving capacity
  • Medical terminology
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Documentation expertise
  • Appeals process proficiency
  • Multi-tasking
  • Attention to detail

Certification

Board certification in Psychiatric Nursing 2016

Timeline

Appeals Clinician

Centene
12.2022 - Current

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Joint Township District Memorial Hospital
03.2021 - 12.2022

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

St Rita’s Medical Center
11.2015 - 02.2021

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Lima Technical College

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

The Ohio State University

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