Kathleen Kelly
Ocean Pines,MD
Summary
Dynamic RN Case Manager with expertise in chronic disease management at Coastal Hospice & Palliative Care. Proven success in reducing hospital readmissions through effective care coordination and patient education. Skilled in clinical assessment and fostering multidisciplinary collaboration, while providing compassionate support to patients and families during critical health challenges. Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability. Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination. Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery. Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care. 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
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Case Manager
Coastal Hospice & Palliative Care
02.2022 - 05.2023
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
- Enhanced patient care by developing comprehensive care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective case management and patient education on self-care techniques.
- Served as a key liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, fostering open communication and trust among all parties involved in the care process.
- Coordinated care conferences with interdisciplinary team members, ensuring all perspectives were considered in the development of comprehensive treatment plans.
- Promoted adherence to treatment plans by conducting regular follow-up visits and providing ongoing support to patients.
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff, and patients.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and preferences, working diligently to align care with individual values and goals.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve overall clinical performance and patient outcomes.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' needs, enabling more accurate diagnoses and targeted interventions.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing timely follow-ups and addressing concerns promptly.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented interventions periodically, adjusting treatment plans as needed to promote optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
- Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating a faster learning curve and increased overall team efficiency.
- Navigated regulatory requirements effectively, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with relevant laws and guidelines.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the delivery of nursing care within the organization.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers for enhanced patient care, ensuring all treatments aligned with prescribed care plans.
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
BAYADA
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Served as a trusted resource for patients and their families by providing expert advice on pediatric health matters and addressing concerns promptly.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families through effective listening skills combined with consistent followup.
- Promoted patient safety by diligently adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean, organized treatment space.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to each child''s unique needs.
- Tracked patients' progress through careful reporting and documentation at each visit.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments to maintain optimal patient health and recovery.
- Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support, guidance, and resources tailored to their specific needs.
- Provided skilled nursing interventions, closely monitoring patients'' vital signs and promptly addressing any concerns or changes in condition.
- Communicated with patients and family members, providing detailed information regarding care and medications.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive pediatric health care services in a home setting.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and advancements through regular participation in continuing education opportunities relevant to pediatrics.
- Enhanced family satisfaction with personalized, compassionate nursing care for pediatric patients.
- Provided compassionate nursing care to medically fragile children in home settings.
- Handled medication administration, ventilation monitoring and wound care.
- Identified health issues while at home care visits and contacted patient's physician to discuss best method for resolution.
- Documented clinical findings accurately and thoroughly in electronic medical records, ensuring seamless information exchange among healthcare providers.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by effectively managing complex pediatric cases in a home environment.
- Ensured continuity of care through timely communication with primary care providers, specialists, and other members of the healthcare team.
- Educated families on disease management strategies, empowering them to take an active role in their child''s health and wellbeing.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita
08.2012 - 05.2015
- Participated in continuous professional development opportunities such as conferences, workshops, and trainings to stay current on best practices in acute dialysis nursing.
- Served as a resource within the healthcare team, sharing expertise on acute dialysis treatments and supporting colleagues in their professional growth.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians, monitoring for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Ensured compliance with infection control standards by maintaining a clean environment and adhering to proper sterilization techniques when handling equipment.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices, ensuring adherence to established protocols and guidelines for acute dialysis treatments.
- Recognized changes in each patient's condition and adjusted dialysis treatments on daily basis.
- Provided education on self-care management to patients living with chronic kidney disease or undergoing dialysis treatment.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, addressing concerns regarding the acute dialysis process in a sensitive manner.
- Provided each chronic and acute renal patient with compassionate and dedicated plan of care for treatment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with kidney disease.
- Enhanced patient care by providing high-quality acute dialysis treatment and monitoring vital signs closely.
- Trained new nursing staff on acute dialysis procedures and best practices, contributing to a knowledgeable and efficient team.
- Gained high level of understanding regarding renal function, kidney diseases and conditions and dialytic treatments.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments before initiating dialysis treatment, ensuring proper preparation and minimizing risks of complications.
- Advocated for patient needs, communicating effectively with physicians and other medical professionals to enhance overall care quality.
- Managed complex cases with multiple comorbidities, coordinating care across various medical disciplines.
- Communicated with physicians and hospital staff regarding significant information to notify staff of issues and changes.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients during challenging times, fostering trust and strong patient relationships.
- Closely monitored hemodynamic parameters during dialysis sessions, making necessary adjustments based on individual patient needs.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Managed patients' pain relief and sedation by providing pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions, monitoring patients' responses and changing care plans accordingly.
- Met with patients to gather vitals, evaluate symptoms and assess conditions, ordered diagnostic tests and interpreted laboratory results.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided expert critical care response in emergency situations involving illnesses or injuries.
- Used procedures such as intubation, central lines and chest tubes to address critical symptoms and prevent further decay in patient conditions.
- Interpreted information obtained from electrocardiograms (EKGs) or radiographs (x-rays).
- Addressed issues with multiple organ systems in patients with critical illnesses.
- Worked on regular basis with patients suffering from conditions such as traumatic brain injuries, burns and cardiac events.
ICU Charge Nurse
Peninsula Regional Medical Center
04.1986 - 05.2002
- Mentored and trained new nurses, ensuring they were well-prepared to provide high-quality care in critical situations.
- Collaborated with physicians to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient interventions.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Streamlined communication between interdisciplinary teams for improved patient outcomes and continuity of care.
- Facilitated rapid response situations by quickly identifying deteriorating patients and alerting appropriate personnel for intervention measures.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives within the department leading to reduced infection rates among critically ill patients.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols in the ICU.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, responses, and outcomes to ensure seamless transition of care during shift changes.
- Participated in regular rounds with interdisciplinary team members to discuss ongoing plans of care tailored specifically towards patients'' evolving needs.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Worked as part of interdisciplinary rapid response team to determine each patients' imaging and assessment needs to develop and initiate appropriate care plans.
- Established effective working relationships with support staff, contributing to a cohesive team environment that prioritized patient safety and wellbeing.
- Contributed to ongoing professional development within the nursing profession by attending workshops, conferences, and seminars focused on enhancing ICU nursing practices.
- Provided emotional support for families coping with the critical illness or loss of a loved one by offering guidance on available resources and facilitating open communication channels.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Assessed patients upon admission for potential risks or complications related to their medical conditions or treatments received.
- Developed comprehensive patient care plans, addressing both physical and emotional needs, to promote optimal recovery.
- Managed staffing assignments for each shift based on patient acuity levels, ensuring adequate coverage for all areas of the ICU.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in [Type] critical care units.
- Triaged patients and delegated treatment needs to qualified staff and specialized departments.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Salisbury University
Salisbury, MD12-1979
Skills
- Chronic disease management
- Discharge planning
- HIPAA compliance
- Multidisciplinary approach
- Care coordination
- Home care management
- Clinical assessment
- Case evaluation
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Coastal Hospice & Palliative Care
02.2022 - 05.2023
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
BAYADA
05.2021 - 01.2022
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita
08.2012 - 05.2015
ICU Charge Nurse
Peninsula Regional Medical Center
04.1986 - 05.2002
Bachelor of Science -
Salisbury University
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