Julia Smith
Hutchinson,KS
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Care Manager
Humana
02.2016 - Current
- Served as a liaison between members, healthcare providers, and Humana to ensure timely access to necessary services and resources.
- Facilitated patient education on disease management, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications to promote optimal health.
- Advocated for members' rights and preferences in decision-making processes surrounding their healthcare management.
- Streamlined care management processes, resulting in increased efficiency and better utilization of resources.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Facilitated smooth communication between teammates by implementing effective communication strategies.
- Enhanced communication between departments by establishing clear channels of communication fostering a collaborative environment.
Inpatient Hospice Nurse
Hospice Of Reno County
01.2007 - 01.2017
- Maintained detailed and accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes for seamless care coordination among team members.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by proactively identifying potential complications and intervening early to address concerns.
- Enhanced communication with patients' families through regular updates and open lines of communication.
- Streamlined communication between staff, families, and interdisciplinary team by establishing effective communication channels.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership
Spalding University
Louisville, KY05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Spalding University
Louisville, KY01.2023
Skills
- Clinical assessment
- Quality Improvement
- Clinical judgment
- Team Coordination
- Technology Utilization
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem Resolution
- Workflow Optimization
- Training and coaching
- Effective Communication
- Data Collection
Accomplishments
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Collaborated with team of approximately 30 care managers in the feasibility study for nurse-led medication reconciliations.
- Project lead for campaign to elicit more business opportunities for nurse ambassadors.
- Achieved improved member reach rates by planning, creating and leading effective intervention strategies over a three-month period for our team.
Certification
- Certified Case Manager
Participated in a feasibility study for nurse-led medication reconciliations
Two teams of care managers participated in a study that was aimed at improving medication adherence for members who did not meet criteria for a pharmacist-led medication reconciliation. We navigated between three programs (Clinical Key, CGX OML and Rx Connect Pro) while on a post-discharge call to provide real time interactions/risks and educated on medication purpose and side effects.
Timeline
Registered Nurse Care Manager
Humana
02.2016 - Current
Inpatient Hospice Nurse
Hospice Of Reno County
01.2007 - 01.2017
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership
Spalding University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Spalding University
- Certified Case Manager
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