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Jolene Panitzke

Redwood Falls

Summary

Accomplished RN with over 10 years of experience in hospice and homecare settings. Expertise in patient care coordination, problem-solving, and team leadership, driving improved treatment outcomes and patient satisfaction through effective mentorship and streamlined workflows.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Hospice and Homecare Clinical Lead RN

CentraCare Health System
Redwood Falls, MN
01.2019 - Current
  • Led interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care delivery and optimize clinical workflows.
  • Developed and implemented evidence-based protocols to improve treatment outcomes and patient satisfaction.
  • Mentored clinical staff in best practices, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance.
  • Analyzed clinical data to identify trends, driving strategic initiatives for quality improvement and operational efficiency.
  • Enhanced team performance by providing regular supervision, training, and professional development opportunities.
  • Streamlined workflow processes for increased efficiency and improved patient care delivery.
  • Managed complex cases effectively through close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
  • Assisted with hiring processes for new team members, ensuring alignment with organizational values and skills requirements for high-quality patient care delivery.
  • Led clinical audits to identify areas of improvement, resulting in higher quality care standards.
  • Monitored vital signs and documented details for informational and treatment purposes.

RN Private Duty Nursing

Golden Home Care
Redwood Falls, MN
05.2007 - 09.2019
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Trained and mentored junior nursing staff on best practices in patient care and safety protocols.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and facilitate timely interventions.

Hospice and Homecare Clinical Lead RN

Redwood Area Hospital
Redwood Falls, MN
07.2015 - 01.2019
  • Led multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care delivery and operational efficiency.
  • Developed and implemented clinical protocols to elevate service quality across departments.
  • Mentored junior staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team capabilities.
  • Analyzed patient outcomes data to identify trends and drive evidence-based improvements.
  • Same as Centracare as the new owners and same job duties.

Home Health RN Case Manager

Renville County Public Health
Olivia, MN
05.2008 - 06.2015

Administered public health nursing tasks as designated, focusing on disease prevention and health promotion activities.

Case management duties with Human Services and Case managers with Prime West .

School nursing

Homecare duties

Vaccination clinics

  • Coordinated patient care plans to optimize health outcomes and enhance service delivery.
  • Assessed patient needs through comprehensive evaluations and developed tailored interventions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic approach to patient management.
  • Educated patients and families on health conditions, treatment options, and care strategies.
  • Managed complex caseloads efficiently by prioritizing tasks, delegating responsibilities to support staff, and maintaining detailed records.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through diligent monitoring of patients'' progress and timely interventions in-home settings.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care, addressing concerns, and advocating for their needs.
  • Served as an expert resource for families by providing guidance on disease management techniques, self-care strategies, and available community resources.

Acute Care RN

Springfield Medical Center
Springfield, MN
05.2007 - 05.2008
  • Administered medications and treatments per physician orders for diverse patient populations.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess and plan patient care strategies.
  • Monitored vital signs and documented changes to ensure timely interventions.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, disease prevention, and post-discharge care.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering timely and accurate medication based on physician orders.
  • Mitigated the risk of medication errors by diligently verifying physician orders, thoroughly reviewing patient histories, and attentively monitoring for potential adverse reactions.
  • Maximized patient comfort through proper pain management techniques and close collaboration with physicians to adjust treatment plans as needed.

LPN Acute Care Nurse

Springfield Medical Center
Springfield, MN
06.2005 - 05.2007
  • Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs in compliance with care plans.
  • Assisted in daily patient care activities, enhancing comfort and well-being.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and medication adherence.

Acute Care LPN

Redwood Area Hospital
Redwood Falls, MN
09.2005 - 06.2006
  • Administered medications and treatments as per physician's orders, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
  • Assisted in developing and implementing individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment protocols.
  • Casual while working fulltime at Springfield Medical Center

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice

Rasmussen College
Mankato, MN
08-2020

Associate of Science - Nursing

Minnesota West Community College
Worthington, MN
05-2007

Associate of Science - LPN

Minnesota West Community College
Worthington, MN
05-2005

High School Diploma -

Redwood High School
Redwood Falls, MN
05-1980

Skills

  • Clinical expertise
  • Quality improvement
  • Staff development
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Clinical decision making
  • Patient safety
  • Healthcare regulations
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Team management
  • Patient care coordination
  • Documentation review
  • Meeting coordination
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Critical thinking
  • Direct patient care
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Patient education
  • Patient-focused therapy
  • Pain management
  • Patient care planning
  • Self motivation
  • CPR training
  • Discharge planning

Certification

Certified in Hospice and Palliative Care. CHPN

Timeline

Hospice and Homecare Clinical Lead RN

CentraCare Health System
01.2019 - Current

Hospice and Homecare Clinical Lead RN

Redwood Area Hospital
07.2015 - 01.2019

Home Health RN Case Manager

Renville County Public Health
05.2008 - 06.2015

RN Private Duty Nursing

Golden Home Care
05.2007 - 09.2019

Acute Care RN

Springfield Medical Center
05.2007 - 05.2008

Acute Care LPN

Redwood Area Hospital
09.2005 - 06.2006

LPN Acute Care Nurse

Springfield Medical Center
06.2005 - 05.2007

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice

Rasmussen College

Associate of Science - Nursing

Minnesota West Community College

Associate of Science - LPN

Minnesota West Community College

High School Diploma -

Redwood High School