Kandi L McKinley
Farmingville,NY
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Case Manager
CHILDREN'S AID SOCIETY
Brooklyn, NY
07.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented care plans for assigned patients, ensuring the highest quality of care.
- Assessed patient needs, identified health problems and provided appropriate interventions to improve outcomes.
- Monitored patient progress and modified treatment plans as needed.
- Provided education to patients and their families on disease management, medications and other treatments.
- Conducted home visits as necessary to assess patient's condition in the home environment.
Home Care Nurse
Fedcap Rehabilitation Services
Manhattan, NY
08.2015 - 02.2020
- Assessed patient conditions by reviewing medical histories, conducting physical examinations and ordering laboratory tests.
- Developed individualized plans of care for patients based on assessments and established goals.
- Monitored changes in patient health status and reported to physician or other healthcare professionals as necessary.
- Instructed families and caregivers on proper homecare techniques such as dressing wounds, administering medications, providing nutrition and hydration therapy.
Clinical Review Nurse
Fedcap Wecare
Brooklyn, NY
09.2011 - 06.2015
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy, completeness, timeliness, and appropriateness of care prior to authorization requests.
- Performed medical necessity reviews of inpatient and outpatient services to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
- Conducted utilization management activities such as pre-certification and pre-authorization requests for services rendered by health care providers.
- Consulted with physicians regarding appropriate documentation requirements when necessary to support clinical decision making.
Nurse Case Manager
CHILDREN'S AID SOCIETY
Manhattan, NY
06.2008 - 08.2011
- Monitored patient progress and modified treatment plans as needed.
- Provided education to patients and their families on disease management, medications and other treatments.
- Evaluated referrals from physicians, hospitals, clinics and other sources for appropriateness of services requested.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all case management activities in accordance with regulatory standards.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for complex cases.
- Identified community resources available for assistance with housing, transportation or financial issues impacting a patient's health status.
Registered Nurse
Staten Island University Hosptial
Staten Island, NY
07.2002 - 05.2008
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
CUNY Staten Island
Staten Island, NY06-2002
Skills
- Referral Generation
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Patient Counseling
- Care Delivery
- Case Management
- Community Resource Referrals
- RN Case Management
- Healthcare knowledge
Certification
- Registered Professional Nurse
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nurse Case Manager
CHILDREN'S AID SOCIETY
07.2021 - Current
Home Care Nurse
Fedcap Rehabilitation Services
08.2015 - 02.2020
Clinical Review Nurse
Fedcap Wecare
09.2011 - 06.2015
Nurse Case Manager
CHILDREN'S AID SOCIETY
06.2008 - 08.2011
Registered Nurse
Staten Island University Hosptial
07.2002 - 05.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
CUNY Staten Island
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