Karon Weddle
Eden,NC
Summary
Compassionate and skilled Nurse Case Manager with a track record in interdisciplinary collaboration and patient education. Experienced in analyzing treatment responses and adjusting care plans to optimize health outcomes.
Results-oriented Nurse Case Manager specializing in care coordination, patient education, and clinical assessment. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through individualized care plans and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Dedicated Nurse Case Manager with over 20 years of experience in healthcare. Proven expertise in developing individualized care plans and employing critical thinking to address patient needs. Aiming to leverage strong problem-solving skills to improve patient outcomes.
Professional healthcare manager prepared for Nurse Case Manager role. Strong focus on team collaboration and patient care. Reliable in adapting to changing needs and achieving results. Skilled in care coordination, medical assessment, and patient advocacy, with compassionate and patient-centered approach valued in healthcare.
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
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Case Manager
Ancora Compassionate Care
08.2022 - Current
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized care plans to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient services and resources.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting care plans based on evolving medical conditions and feedback.
- Provided education to patients and families regarding treatment options, self-management strategies, and community resources.
- Analyzed patient responses to medications, therapies and variances in plans of care.
- 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.
- Promoted continuity of care by coordinating with healthcare providers, social workers, and family members in the development of discharge plans.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary team communication, ensuring timely and accurate updates on patient progress.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Staff RN Health Department
Rockingham County Health and Human Services
2002 - 07.2022
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes and notifying healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of diagnoses and treatment options.
- Immunization Coordinator
- held Immunization clinics during Covid
- Did Post Partum New Born home visits
- Performed Child Health Physicals
- Work up Nurse for Providers
- Triage Nurse
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Home Health Nurse
Unified Home Health
2000 - 2002
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and documented changes in health status.
- Developed individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and health promotion.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Contributed to the overall success of the home health agency by maintaining high levels of patient satisfaction and positive outcomes.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Delivered high-quality in-home nursing services, maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
- Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
Hospital Nurse
Morehead Memorial Hospital
1997 - 2000
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs for ongoing care.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient treatment outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
- Worked as floor nurse on Medical Surgical Floor
- Charge Nurse on night shift
- Assessments
- Gave medications
- IVs
- Worked Birthing Center
- Labor and Delivery Nurse
- Post Partum Nurse
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rockingham Community College
Reidsville, NCSkills
- Medication monitoring
- Case evaluation
- Clinical assessment
- Care coordination
- Coordination of disciplines
- Care planning
- Quality improvement
- Patient counseling
- Policy adherence
- Care delivery
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient care and education
- RN case management
- Disease management
- HIPAA compliance
- Medication management
- Chronic disease management
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Basic life support
- Critical thinking
- CPR certification
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Creative problem solving
- Active listening
Timeline
Nurse Case Manager
Ancora Compassionate Care
08.2022 - Current
Staff RN Health Department
Rockingham County Health and Human Services
2002 - 07.2022
Home Health Nurse
Unified Home Health
2000 - 2002
Hospital Nurse
Morehead Memorial Hospital
1997 - 2000
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rockingham Community College