Julia Baray Alvarado
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in PMHNP and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and clinical hours. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to embark on a career and make meaningful contributions with unwavering commitment and drive.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Admission RN
UnityPoint at Home
06.2022 - Current
- Facilitated seamless transitions of care for optimal patient outcomes post-hospitalization.
- Served as an advocate for patients by identifying unmet needs or gaps in services, working collaboratively with various stakeholders to find solutions.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by maintaining current knowledge of industry standards and best practices for clinical documentation.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, implementing evidence-based practices to enhance patient care and satisfaction.
- Developed strong relationships with local physicians, enhancing referral networks and increasing hospital admissions rates.
- Assisted families in navigating complex healthcare systems, offering guidance on insurance coverage, financial assistance programs, and community resources.
- Promoted a positive environment by addressing concerns from patients and families in a timely manner.
- Identified opportunities for improvement within the department based on data analysis and staff feedback.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients' physical, mental, and emotional needs to inform appropriate level of care placement.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for each patient upon admission.
Nurse Case Manager
Community Support Advocates
07.2020 - 06.2022
- Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
- Served as a liaison between patients and various support services such as financial assistance programs, community resources, and mental health counseling to ensure holistic care was provided.
- Increased referral rates by providing excellent service and building meaningful relationships with patients and caregivers.
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff, and patients.
- Applied critical thinking skills during case reviews to identify potential risks or challenges before they escalated into larger issues.
- Educated patients on disease management techniques, empowering them to take control of their health and reduce complications.
- Gathered and recorded patient health information and data to assess, identify and manage characteristics that affect care outcome.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify gaps in care and develop targeted interventions for improvement.
RN Case Manager
UnityPoint at Home
10.2018 - 02.2021
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness, fostering resilience during difficult times.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective case management and patient education on self-care techniques.
- Coordinated care conferences with interdisciplinary team members, ensuring all perspectives were considered in the development of comprehensive treatment plans.
- Promoted adherence to treatment plans by conducting regular follow-up visits and providing ongoing support to patients.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and preferences, working diligently to align care with individual values and goals.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' needs, enabling more accurate diagnoses and targeted interventions.
Education
PMHMSN -
Allen College
Waterloo, IA05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Health Sciences
08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Iowa State University
05.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Iowa State University
05.2011
Skills
- BSL certified
- Spanish Native Speaker
- Microsoft Office
- Health promotion
- Enterprise Computer System (ES)
- Care planning
- EPIC
- Quality improvement
- Customer service
- Clinical judgment
- Nursing
- Mental health care
- Home health care
- Community health
Skills And Qualifications
BSL, Spanish, Microsoft Office, Enterprise Computer System (ES), EPIC, Over 10 years of customer service experience., 6+ years of nursing experience.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Admission RN
UnityPoint at Home
06.2022 - Current
Nurse Case Manager
Community Support Advocates
07.2020 - 06.2022
RN Case Manager
UnityPoint at Home
10.2018 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Iowa State University
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Iowa State University
PMHMSN -
Allen College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Health Sciences
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