Professional Registered Nurse currently employed in a Case Management 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.
Work History
Disease Management Coordinator
2 Years 6 Months
WVU Medicine | 04.2024 - Current
Works in collaboration with physicians/providers, patients, and their families to ensure safe and efficient transitions of care.
Coordinates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic testing.
Continuously evaluates laboratory results, diagnostic tests, utilization patterns and other metrics to monitor quality and efficiency results for assigned population.
Communicates and collaborates with inpatient and outpatient case management to implement the discharge plan and coordinate a safe transition to the next level of care.
Works collaboratively with patients to design an individualized plan of care that ensures coordination of services by the healthcare team.
Ambulatory Utilization Management, Financial Management and Quality Screening for assigned patients.
Clinical performance improvement, outcome management and quality activities.
Registered Nurse (RN)
2 Years 8 Months
WVU Medicine | 08.2021 - 04.2024
Hospice/Palliative Care Nurse
Delivered essential nursing services to support patients with serious illnesses-provided in home care for end-of-life patients.
Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment plans and medications.
Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and promoting best practices in clinical care. Oversaw LPN/CNAs within the home care setting.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop effective treatment strategies for diverse patient populations.
Administered patient care plans, ensuring adherence to protocols and improving patient outcomes.
Monitored vital signs and assessed patients' conditions, promptly reporting changes to healthcare providers.
Regional Account Manager
1 Year
WorkCare, Inc | 08.2020 - 08.2021
Managed onsite clinical staff of up to 24 members to ensure compliance with Pratt and Whitney's policies. Liaison between client and onsite clinical staff to ensure Pratt and Whitney's policies and procedures are followed. Assist the Work Care HR department to recruit, hire, and interview required staff.
Conducted orientation for all newly hired staff members.
Provided coverage at the onsite clinic during absences. Supported business development initiatives to enhance service offerings at on-site locations.
Developed and implemented policies and procedures to standardize operations and improve service delivery.
Cultivated long-term relationships with clients, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Developed strategic account plans tailored to client needs and market trends.
RN, Contracted to Pratt and Whitney Engine Services
14 Years 1 Month
WorkCare, Inc | 07.2006 - 08.2020
Oversaw and managed programs including COVID-19 compliance, hearing conservation, medical monitoring, drug and alcohol, quality vision, blood borne pathogens, and wellness. Assessed and managed workplace injuries through the worker's compensation process, facilitating timely care and recovery.
Performed pre-employment exams to ensure health and fitness of new hires. Administered vaccines for travel.
Assisted with Emergency Response Team functions.
Conducted respirator fit testing and several other responsibilities.
LPN
5 Years 4 Months
Medbrook Medical Associates | 01.2006 - 05.2011
Contracted to Pratt and Whitney Engine Services (32 hours/week) as an Occupational Nurse where I managed several programs such as hearing conservation program, medical monitoring programs, drug and alcohol program, vision program, and a wellness program.
Assessed and managed injuries, navigating worker's compensation process to ensure timely support for affected employees.
Performed pre-employment exams to evaluate candidate health and readiness for specific job requirements. Administered vaccines for travel.
Assisted with Emergency Response Team functions. Conducted respirator fit testing, pulmonary function tests and several other responsibilities.
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
Assisted in triaging patients, prioritizing care based on severity of conditions.
Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions for continuous assessment.
Medical Assistant
3 Years 6 Months
Medbrook Medical Associates | 12.2002 - 06.2006
Prepared rooms for patients.
Checked in patients, assessed patients' vital signs, phlebotomy, collected urine specimens and cultures, assisted with medical procedures, scheduled tests.
Certified drug screen collector for the Department of Transportation, and certified Breath Alcohol Technician.
Assisted in patient intake and maintained accurate medical records.
Education
BSN - Nursing
Alderson Broaddus College | Philippi, WV | 05-2011
LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse
United Technical Center | Clarksburg, WV | 06-2006
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
OIC Training Academy | Fairmont, WV | 07-2002
Skills
Case Management
Program Management
Medical Office/EMR Experience
Documentation
Records management
Clinical performance improvement
Care Coordination
Employee training
Patient Education
Multitasking and organization
Written communication
Certification
CPR/First Aid/AED, Bachelors of Science in Nursing, Council for Accreditation for Occupational Hearing Conservation, NIOSH Approved Spirometry, Certified Breath Alcohol Technician, Certified Drug Screen Collector, Emergency Oxygen Administration, OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER, OSHA Recordkeeping
Timeline
Disease Management Coordinator
WVU Medicine
04.2024 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse (RN)
WVU Medicine
08.2021 - 04.2024Read More
Regional Account Manager
WorkCare, Inc
08.2020 - 08.2021Read More
RN, Contracted to Pratt and Whitney Engine Services
WorkCare, Inc
07.2006 - 08.2020Read More
LPN
Medbrook Medical Associates
01.2006 - 05.2011Read More
Medical Assistant
Medbrook Medical Associates
12.2002 - 06.2006Read More
Alderson Broaddus College
BSN from Nursing
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United Technical Center
LPN from Licensed Practical Nurse
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OIC Training Academy
Certified Medical Assistant from Medical Assistant
RN, Utilization Management Nurse Coordinator at Aetna Better Health of MichiganRN, Utilization Management Nurse Coordinator at Aetna Better Health of Michigan
Non-Clinical Case Management Coordinator at Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas HealthNon-Clinical Case Management Coordinator at Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas Health