Judith Estebanez RN

Provided ongoing support to clinical operations during Covid-19 pandemic. Under broad supervision I provided professional nursing care to Covid vaccines to age appropriate individuals in accordance with CDC, nurse protocols, policies and/or procedures. Responsible for performing nasal swabs, quality control results and take remedial action when indicated. Serves as nurse to oversee infection control, patient process/flow and point of dispensing operations.

Home health case manager providing hands-on patient care, coordinated services of physicians, communicated with health insurance and supervised other nurses who visit the home. Proactively provided chronic disease management leading to avoidance of hospital readmissions. Performed nursing procedures as needed. Recruit, select, interview and train home care employees. Provide in-service programs to home staff as needed. Maintained the quality of home care under state law licensure laws, certification requirements and insurance qualifications for reimbursement. Strong communication skills, interpersonal and analytical administration, organization, problem-solving and leadership skills.

Provided supervisory/clinical skills to home bound private care patients at home and ensured safety while maintaining comfortability in their homes. Home health case manager providing hands-on patient care, coordinated services of physicians, communicated with health insurance and supervised other nurses who visit the home. Proactively provided chronic disease management leading to avoidance of hospital readmissions. Performed nursing procedures as needed. Recruit, select, interview and train home care employees. Provide in-service programs to home staff as needed. Maintained the quality of home care under state law licensure laws, certification requirements and insurance qualifications for reimbursement. Strong communication skills, interpersonal and analytical administration, organization, problem-solving and leadership skills.

• Administered medications and oversaw activities of daily living such as bathing, hygiene and ambulation.
• Educated and supervised patients and family members regarding prevention strategies, self-care techniques and nursing care needs.
• Took vital signs to assess patient health progress and needs.
• Coordinated and collaborated with various multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and promote patient safety and health.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

Call Center using telehealth to identify, collect and assure the accuracy of Pharma Adverse Event Quality Audit reporting to FDA. Identify, collect and report Product Quality Complaints issues to Pharma company for resolution. Provided drug information to patients, caregivers and healthcare providers. Create and maintain a variety of print/online educational resources for patients and healthcare professionals on topics such as optimal medication use, general health or select clinical questions. Use systematic approach to address drug information needs by effectively searching, retrieving and critically evaluating the literature. Appropriately synthesize, communicate, document and apply pertinent information to the patient care situation.

Traveled to clients home to evaluate, ensure wellness and safety. Provided personalized care which included instruction on chronic disease management, medication, wound care, IV infusion and post-op instruction. Educated patient/families regarding health promotion and disease prevention. Case management as described in state regulations for all cases involving nursing and therapy services. Performed comprehensive assessment and compared findings with each visit to baseline data. Observe/report to Doctor along with Clinical Nurse Manager and findings related to abnormal symptoms, reaction to treatment, changes in the medication, patient's physical and emotional condition. Coordinated healthcare services provided by ancillary personnel such as HHA, MSW and indicated therapies. OASIS and HCHB software.

United Nursing Services 5/15-5/16. Direct 1:1 nursing care according to care plans. Followed standards/protocols of clinical practice in nursing for my patient at home and insured safety while maintaining comfortability at home. Administered meds and performed treatments as per MD orders.
Interim Healthcare 1/15-10/15. Provided case management as described in state regulations for all cases involving nursing and therapy. Visit multiple patients homes and provided a full range of personalized care which included instruction on chronic disease management, medication management, wound care, IV infusion and post-op care instructions. under the direction of the physician. Oasis computer charting and documentation.

Oncology/Telemetry RN. Developed strong oncological knowledge of the complexity related to cancer and the potential for multisystem failure. Advanced skill set administering chemotherapy medication and management. Acquired OCN accreditation from 1998-2003. Extensive experience with Oncology, GYN surgical oncology and Hospice patients. Transferred to Telemetry for a new opportunity after 10 years of Oncology specialty. Acquired basic EKG and ACLS. Familiarized myself with cardiac medication and management. Monitored for possible side effects/changes in rhythms and kept cardiologists aware of changes. Ensured that doctor's orders were carried out, including testing, medical procedures and stat orders. Always played a key role in the interdisciplinary team. Patient advocate and team player. Strong communication skills, educator, knowledgeable in multiple EMR systems, interpersonal and analytical administration, organization, problem-solving and leadership skills. Preceptor, charge RN and mentor.

RN with specialty in Oncology, GYN Surgical Oncology and Inpatient Hospice. Played a key role in the interdisciplinary team of oncologist, social workers, pastoral care services, hospice care workers and ancillary staff to provide a holistic approach to nursing. Participated in development and implementation of individual treatment plans for patients with a broad range of oncological, GYN surgical and hospice related health issues. Readily developed rapport with family, staff and other healthcare professionals. Effectively utilized acquired experience, training and a true commitment to nursing excellence. Processed special sensitivity to meeting diverse needs in varied situations. Acted as Charge Relief as needed. Scheduled, supervised, mentored, distributed patient assignments and notified nursing supervisor of staffing issues. Communicated patient updates to physicians and incoming charge RN.