Kathy Henry
Rock Hill,SC
Summary
Dedicated LPN Case Manager with a proven track record at Ensure Home Care of SC, enhancing patient outcomes through individualized care plans and effective case management principles. Skilled in clinical documentation and compassionate care, excel in fostering patient well-being and healthcare coordination. Achieved a significant reduction in hospital readmission rates, demonstrating strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Ensure Home Care of SC
04.2020 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for each case.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care to terminally ill patients, alleviating pain, discomfort, and anxiety during their final days.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to expand available resources for patients under my supervision.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and reassessments of patients'' needs, adjusting care plans as necessary to optimize health outcomes.
LPN Field Nurse
Remain At Home Senior Care
06.2018 - Current
- Administered medications safely and effectively, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Dispensed and administered patients' medications following care plans and physician's orders.
- Educated patients and families on healthcare management strategies, promoting self-care and wellbeing.
- Delivered emotional support to patients facing challenging diagnoses or difficult treatments, fostering resilience during recovery processes.
- Conducted home visits to monitor patient status, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal health outcomes.
LPN Case Manager
SC House Calls
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Educated patients and families on healthcare management strategies, promoting self-care and wellbeing.
- Coordinated with physicians to implement prescribed treatment plans, ensuring consistency in patient care delivery.
- Managed complex wound care for improved healing rates and reduced infection risk.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and timely interventions.
- Assessed patients by observing and recording vital signs, gathering specimens and reviewing lab test results.
- Conducted home visits to monitor patient status, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal health outcomes.
- Completed thorough assessments to identify changes in patients'' condition, implementing appropriate interventions as needed.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by closely monitoring patients'' progress and executing effective care plans.
- Mentored new hires within the department, sharing knowledge and experiences for their professional growth and success in the role of LPN Case Manager.
LPN Case Manager
Johnson Care Management/Humana
06.2016 - 03.2017
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Educated clients and families on community resources, treatment options and health care services to better manage conditions.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through empathetic listening and compassionate communication techniques.
- Assessed clients and developed plans to meet needs.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary by assessing risk levels promptly addressing safety concerns collaboratively with the treatment team.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting
York Technical College
Rock Hill, SC05-2022
Diploma - Practical Nursing
York Techinical College
Rock Hill, SC08-2012
High School Diploma -
Buford High School
Lancaster, SC07-1977
Skills
- Vital signs
- Policy adherence
- Healthcare software proficiency
- Healthcare regulations
- Utilization review
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Basic life support
- Critical thinking
- CPR certification
- CPR/AED
Timeline
LPN Case Manager
SC House Calls
03.2024 - 10.2024
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Ensure Home Care of SC
04.2020 - Current
LPN Field Nurse
Remain At Home Senior Care
06.2018 - Current
LPN Case Manager
Johnson Care Management/Humana
06.2016 - 03.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting
York Technical College
Diploma - Practical Nursing
York Techinical College
High School Diploma -
Buford High School
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