Kathy Scott
Winter Springs,FL
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Utilization Review Nurse
MedWatch
Lake Mary, FL
02.2023 - Current
- Assessed patient medical records to determine the appropriateness of requested services and procedures.
- Applied medical criteria and clinical judgement to researched cases to evaluate and establish determinations.
- Conducted reviews of inpatient utilization for compliance with admission criteria and concurrent review requirements.
- Monitored pre-authorization requests to ensure that all necessary information was received prior to approval or denial of services.
- Collaborated with providers to obtain required clinical information, supporting prior authorization determinations and individual inquiries.
Team Manager
Vitas Hospice
Maitland, FL
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Motivated team members to consistently achieve or exceed performance expectations.
- Managed daily operations of the team including scheduling shifts, assigning tasks, tracking attendance and approving time off requests.
- Created a positive work environment by setting clear expectations and providing resources necessary for success.
- Oversaw daily workloads and workflow for smooth operations.
- Analyzed and measured employee performance, taking appropriate disciplinary action or recognition based on work performance.
- Set goals for performance and deadlines to comply with company plans and vision.
- Monitored team performance, tracked progress towards goals, identified areas of improvement and provided feedback to employees.
- Ensured adherence to company policies, procedures, regulations and laws while maintaining an ethical workplace culture.
Dialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita
Lake Mary, FL
06.2013 - 01.2022
- Educated patients on their renal failure diagnosis and how to manage their condition.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients undergoing dialysis treatments.
- Adhered to infection control standards while performing all duties related to dialysis treatments.
- Monitored patients' responses to dialysis treatment and reported any changes or adverse reactions to the physician.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, medications, treatments, laboratory results and other relevant information in electronic health records system.
- Provided direct patient care, including physical assessments and treatments, in a dialysis unit.
- Communicated effectively with physicians regarding patient status updates.
- Updated medical records with current vitals, behavioral observations and medication details.
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Poteau Dialysis Center
Poteau, OK
11.2009 - 05.2013
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Eastern Oklahoma State College
Wilburton05-2006
Skills
- Communication
- Quality Improvement
- Performing Assessments
- Patient Care Plans
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Utilization Review Nurse
MedWatch
02.2023 - Current
Team Manager
Vitas Hospice
01.2022 - 02.2023
Dialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita
06.2013 - 01.2022
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Poteau Dialysis Center
11.2009 - 05.2013
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Eastern Oklahoma State College
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