KASSANDRA R. GARCIA
San Antonio
Summary
Detail-oriented Registered Nurse with strong acute care, telemetry, and home health experience. Highly skilled in comprehensive chart review, medical necessity support, interdisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-based clinical decision-making. Proven ability to translate bedside clinical knowledge into utilization review, clinical review, and care coordination functions. Seeking a remote PRN or part-time Utilization Review / Clinical Review RN role.
Overview
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Work History
Registered Nurse II – Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Telemetry
Methodist Stone Oak Hospital
San Antonio, TX
- Delivered acute nursing care to high-acuity PCU and telemetry patients requiring continuous cardiac monitoring and IV therapies.
- Performed detailed clinical assessments and reviewed laboratory results, diagnostics, and provider documentation to support level-of-care decisions.
- Supported medical necessity through accurate, timely documentation aligned with evidence-based clinical standards.
- Collaborated with physicians, case management, and interdisciplinary teams to support safe discharge planning and continuity of care.
- Utilized Meditech EMR for real-time documentation, chart audits, and care coordination.
Registered Nurse – Private Duty
Aveanna Pediatric Home Health
Laredo, TX
- Provided in-home nursing care to pediatric patients with complex medical needs.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments, medication administration, and enteral feedings per plan of care.
- Reviewed and followed individualized plans of care while maintaining accurate and compliant documentation.
- Coordinated with families, therapists, pharmacies, and providers to ensure continuity and quality of care.
IV Infusion Registered Nurse
Revive Drip Lounge
Laredo, TX
- Assessed patients for clinical appropriateness prior to IV and injectable therapies.
- Initiated and discontinued IV therapy; administered IM and subcutaneous injections.
- Maintained precise documentation supporting regulatory compliance and billing requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
Texas A&M International University
Laredo, TX05.2022
Skills
- Utilization Review & Medical Necessity Determination
- Clinical Chart Review & Documentation
- Telemetry & Progressive Care Nursing
- Discharge Planning & Care Coordination
- Interdisciplinary Communication
- Quality Assurance & Compliance
- EMR Systems: Meditech
Certification
- Registered Nurse – Texas
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS & HONORS
Student Nurse Association – 120+ hours of community service, Dean’s List Honoree
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Registered Nurse II – Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Telemetry
Methodist Stone Oak Hospital
Registered Nurse – Private Duty
Aveanna Pediatric Home Health
IV Infusion Registered Nurse
Revive Drip Lounge
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
Texas A&M International University