Joni Edstene
Summary
Caring Registered Nurse with 17 dedicated years of service in various types of long-term and home health care settings including five years in Hospice. Provides individualized care plans and helps patients meet goals by delivering direct and effective patient care. Committed to increasing patient satisfaction and streamlining procedures. Provides compassion and empathy while maintaining professionalism.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director of Nursing
Cardon Countryside
01.2024 - Current
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Streamlined care coordination processes to reduce hospital readmissions and emergency department visits.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Mentored new nurses in clinical practice and procedures, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
CityBlock Capital
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
- Streamlined care coordination processes to reduce hospital readmissions and emergency department visits.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Anew Hospice
10.2020 - 12.2022
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
- Provided end of life care for adults in their own settings.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Kindred Hospice
05.2018 - 10.2020
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Provided end of life care to adults.
- Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
03-2017
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Muncie06-2007
Skills
- Medical Evaluation
- Referral Coordination
- Patient Advocacy
- Medical Assessment
- Case Management
- Patient Assessments
- Chronic Disease Management
- Care Management
- Direct Patient Care
- Medical Records Management
- Emotional Intelligence
- Patient Management
Certification
- American Heart Association BLS Instructor
- Indiana TB Educator through American Lung Association
- IV Certified
Timeline
Assistant Director of Nursing
Cardon Countryside
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse Case Manager
CityBlock Capital
01.2023 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Anew Hospice
10.2020 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Kindred Hospice
05.2018 - 10.2020
- American Heart Association BLS Instructor
- Indiana TB Educator through American Lung Association
- IV Certified
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
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