Karen Primich
Fairfield,NJ
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Receptionist position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain part-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospice Nurse
Compassionate Care Hospice
05.2019 - 06.2020
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate end-of-life care and symptom management.
- Enhanced family understanding of the hospice process through clear communication and education.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Promoted a peaceful and supportive environment for patients and their families during the end-of-life transition.
- Monitored and evaluated patient progress, adjusting care plans accordingly for best possible outcomes.
- Managed complex caseloads effectively, prioritizing tasks based on patient acuity levels.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient interactions, assessments, interventions, and responses to care.
- Collaborated with physicians to optimize medication regimens for symptom control in terminally ill patients.
Medicaid Nurse Case Manager
Managed Staffing For Wellcare Insurance
12.2018 - 04.2019
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary team communication, ensuring timely and accurate updates on patient progress.
- Promoted continuity of care by coordinating with healthcare providers, social workers, and family members in the development of discharge plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through vigilant monitoring and prompt intervention for at-risk patients.
- Educated patients on disease management techniques, empowering them to take control of their health and reduce complications.
- Optimized resource utilization by identifying opportunities for cost containment without compromising care quality.
- Managed caseloads efficiently, prioritizing high-risk cases while ensuring all patients received appropriate attention and support.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry best practices and maintaining meticulous documentation records.
- 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.
Nurse Care Manager
Clover HealthCare
02.2015 - 07.2018
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing comprehensive care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through timely communication, empathetic listening, and personalized education on health management.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' progress and adjusting care plans as needed.
- Streamlined workflow efficiency by collaborating with team members to optimize utilization of resources and prevent gaps in care.
- Managed complex caseloads for high-risk patients, ensuring timely delivery of appropriate interventions and services.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, social, and environmental needs to develop tailored care plans.
- Evaluated effectiveness of care plans regularly, making necessary adjustments based on changing patient needs or status updates from other providers involved in the case management process.
- Served as an advocate for both patients and staff members alike when addressing concerns related to policy implementation or ethical dilemmas.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
UnitedHealthcare
02.2007 - 02.2015
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing comprehensive assessments and developing tailored care plans.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary team communication through regular case conferences, promoting effective collaboration for optimal patient care.
- Streamlined care coordination processes to reduce hospital readmissions and emergency department visits.
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
- Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
- Mentored new nursing professionals during orientation periods, fostering a collaborative team dynamic that supported the delivery of high-quality care.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans.
- Worked with suppliers and vendors on provision of medical equipment, items and services.
- Used [Software] to maintain database of relevant information for practitioners to access and coordinate patient care.
- Negotiated with suppliers and vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
- Initiated appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse Hospital Case Manager
HackensackUMC
02.1998 - 02.2007
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Achieved positive client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
Sergeant
US Army
08.1976 - 08.1979
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
County
Randolf, NJ05.1985
High School Diploma -
West Essex High School
North Caldwell, NJ05.1976
Skills
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Documentation
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
- Team Collaboration
- Multitasking
- Attention to Detail
- Professionalism
- Interpersonal Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Self Motivation
- Computer skills
- Extensive history of remote case management
Timeline
Hospice Nurse
Compassionate Care Hospice
05.2019 - 06.2020
Medicaid Nurse Case Manager
Managed Staffing For Wellcare Insurance
12.2018 - 04.2019
Nurse Care Manager
Clover HealthCare
02.2015 - 07.2018
Registered Nurse Case Manager
UnitedHealthcare
02.2007 - 02.2015
Registered Nurse Hospital Case Manager
HackensackUMC
02.1998 - 02.2007
Sergeant
US Army
08.1976 - 08.1979
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
County
High School Diploma -
West Essex High School
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