Jordan Willochell
New Derry,PA
Summary
Experienced medical professional with a strong foundation in healthcare management and general studies. Started as a technical partner at the hospital while pursuing my college education. Successfully completed pre-requisites and obtained an RN diploma from Conemaugh School of Nursing. Transitioned from technical partner to RN, gaining valuable hands-on experience. Demonstrated exceptional skills and dedication, leading to promotion as Clinical Nurse Coordinator on a busy surgical/oncology floor. Seeking new challenges, where I recently transitioned to the role of Pediatric Clinical Nurse Coordinator in January 2023. Currently still working as a casual RN at the hospital to maintain proficiency in skills, while working at the pediatric office.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
UPMC Community Pediatrics
01.2023 - Current
- Manage staffing needs by creating schedules, adjusting assignments and delegating tasks efficiently.
- Provided comprehensive patient education on disease management, medication, and self-care techniques when triaging a patient over the phone.
- Providing care coordination for families and working with insurance companies for prior authorizations for a patient's medications, medical devices, etc.
- Perform hospital follow ups daily to provide patients with the best care after discharge.
- Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with physicians, other health care providers, patients and their families, to achieve desired patient outcomes.
RN, General Surgery/Oncology/Ortho
Independence/Excela Health
07.2020 - Current
- Asses, plans, implements and evaluates the care of a designated group of patients
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills, empathetic communication, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds, contributing valuable insights from a nursing perspective to improve overall patient management strategies.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients and families during challenging health experiences.
Clinical RN Coordinator, Gen Surg/Oncology/Ortho
Independence/Excela Health
11.2021 - 01.2023
- Front-line care provider as well as a coordinator and leader for the healthcare team.
- Conducted performance evaluations of nursing staff, providing feedback and identifying areas for improvement.
- Actively participated in various committees and meetings to contribute insights from a nursing perspective.
- Improved patient care by coordinating and streamlining nursing processes within the department.
- Mentored new nursing staff, ensuring their smooth transition into the team and fostering professional growth.
- Streamlined workflow processes through effective coordination of schedules, assignments, and resources.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, etc.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams from admission to discharge, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Worked with social workers, case managers and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions post hospitalization.
Education
RN Diploma - Nursing
Conemaugh School of Nursing, Johnstown
2020
General Studies
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PASkills
- 5 years of experience in Orthopedics, General Surgery and Oncology nursing
- Clinical Nurse Coordinator experience in the hospital setting and pediatric setting
- Telehealth pediatric triage nurse and care coordination specialist
- Excellent time management and prioritization skills along with communication skills
- Experience with documentation in EPIC, PowerChart and Cerner
Certification
BLS certified (expires 07/2025) Ortho 101. Completed you call the shots certification for pediatric vaccinations. Triage RN certification. All clearances up to date.
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
UPMC Community Pediatrics
01.2023 - Current
Clinical RN Coordinator, Gen Surg/Oncology/Ortho
Independence/Excela Health
11.2021 - 01.2023
RN, General Surgery/Oncology/Ortho
Independence/Excela Health
07.2020 - Current
RN Diploma - Nursing
Conemaugh School of Nursing, Johnstown
General Studies
Indiana University of Pennsylvania