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
Clifton, NJ
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
Newark, NJ
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
Jersey City, NJ
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
Newark, NJ
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
Hackensack, NJ
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
Flak Kaserne, Germany
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