Kelly Corvers
Kenner,LA
Summary
Registered nurse with a robust background in oncology navigation, hospice care, and emergency nursing. Proven track record in coordinating care and improving patient outcomes by working collaboratively with diverse healthcare teams. Expertise in patient education and care planning, focused on reducing barriers to quality care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Manager
American Health Holding, Inc.
02.2026 - Current
- Manage a caseload of members with complex medical conditions through telephonic case management and care coordination
- Conduct comprehensive assessments using clinical data, claims, and member interviews
- Develop and implement individualized care plans addressing medical, behavioral, and social determinants of health
- Collaborate with providers and interdisciplinary teams to ensure cost-effective, high-quality care
- Identified high-risk members and implemented strategies to reduce barriers and prevent readmissions, enhancing member health outcomes
- Coordinated referrals to providers and community resources, streamlining access to necessary care
- Perform medical necessity reviews and ensure compliance with clinical and regulatory standards
RN Case Manager
Southern Grace Hospice
03.2025 - 02.2026
- Assess patient needs and develop individualized end-of-life care plans
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create and implement holistic, patient-centered care plans
- Monitor disease progression and adjust care to optimize comfort and quality of life
- Educated patients and families on disease progression and effective symptom management strategies
- Provided compassionate emotional support, enhancing patient and family coping during hospice care
- Provide skilled hospice nursing care in home and residential settings
- Maintain compliant and timely clinical documentation
Oncology Navigator / Clinic RN (GU, Sarcoma, GYN, Lung, Head and neck Oncology)
Ochsner Health
07.2019 - 07.2025
- Coordinated oncology patient care across cancer continuum, ensuring comprehensive support and treatment alignment
- Led pilot program for virtual nurse navigation visits, improving patient accessibility and engagement in care
- Educated patients and families to support informed decision-making
- Reduced barriers to care and facilitated timely treatment access
- Provided chemotherapy and immunotherapy education
- Contributed to tumor boards and multidisciplinary care planning to enhance collaborative treatment strategies
- Supported surgical planning, procedures, and follow-up care
- Facilitated coordination of genetic testing with external laboratories to ensure accurate results for patient care. with external laboratories
RN Case Manager
Serenity Hospice
07.2024 - 03.2025
- Assessed patient physical, emotional, and spiritual needs to create comprehensive care plans
- Provided compassionate care for patients with acute and chronic conditions to improve patient comfort and quality of life
- Informed families on disease processes, medications, and treatments to enhance understanding and compliance
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to support end-of-life care
Oncology Navigator (Survivorship & GU/Prostate Clinic)
Tulane Cancer Center
02.2018 - 07.2019
- Crafted survivorship care plans enhancing patient navigation for Stage I–III cancer patients
- Coordinated multidisciplinary oncology services to streamline patient treatment pathways
- Educated patients on NCCN guideline-based follow-up care
- Supported surgical planning, chemotherapy education, and patient navigation
- Managed genetic testing processes and follow-up care
- Maintained compliance with Commission on Cancer standards to support quality patient care
Operating Room Circulator
Tulane Lakeside Hospital
10.2016 - 02.2018
- Coordinated perioperative care to enhance patient safety and minimize risks
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to streamline surgical workflow and optimize patient outcomes
- Maintained compliance with Joint Commission and AORN standards
- Educated patients on procedures and recovery expectations to improve their understanding and comfort
Travel RN – Pediatric Emergency Department
Nightingale Nurses
06.2016 - 09.2016
- Delivered emergency care, performed triage, and stabilized patients to ensure optimal outcomes
- Administered medications and treatments according to patient care plans.
- Coordinated treatment plans and developed discharge education to enhance patient understanding and recovery
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient assessments.
- Educated patients and families on health management and care procedures.
Emergency Room Nurse / Charge Nurse
Tulane Lakeside Hospital
12.2013 - 06.2016
- Managed patient flow and triaged patients to improve care delivery in high-pressure situations.
- Provided emergency care to adults and pediatrics, ensuring timely treatment and patient stabilization
- Mentored new staff and contributed to quality initiatives, enhancing team knowledge and patient care standards
- Conducted Sexual Assault Nursing Exams (SANE) and coordinated evidence handling
Emergency Room Nurse (Level 1 Trauma Center)
LSU Interim Louisiana Hospital
01.2012 - 12.2013
- Delivered trauma and emergency care to stabilize critical patients
- Conducted triage, stabilization, IV access, and medication administration to ensure timely treatment
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders in high-pressure situations.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
Clinical RN
Louisiana Heart Center
04.2010 - 12.2011
- Assessed cardiac patients, performed EKGs, and collected lab samples to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Coordinated pre-operative care and secured authorizations to facilitate timely surgical procedures
- Collaborated with physicians to develop and implement patient care plans.
Staff RN – Pediatric Emergency Room
West Jefferson Medical Center
09.2009 - 03.2010
- Provided critical emergency care to pediatric patients, ensuring timely intervention and support
- Supported medical procedures by preparing necessary instruments and ensuring a sterile environment and educating patients and families on treatment plans and follow-up care
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Delgado Community College Charity School of Nursing
New Orleans, LA05-2009
Skills
- Care coordination
- Patient assessment
- Patient education
- Documentation management
- HIPAA compliance
- Cost reduction
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Report writing
- Medical necessity reviews
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Resource identification
- Community outreach
- Active listening
Committee Membership
Commission on Cancer Survivorship, 2018–2019
Ochsner Cancer Institute Multi-disciplinary committee 2021-2023
Ochsner Cancer Institute employee engagement committee 2023-2024
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Louisiana-compact, Active
- BLS
Personal Information
Title: RN
Community Outreach
- Ochsner Men’s Health Event – Zulu Den
- Colorectal Education & Screening Events
- Surviving in Style (Gynecologic Cancer)
- Blue To Doo Prostate Fundraiser
- LLS “Light the Night” Volunteer and Team Captain
Honors And Affiliations
- Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Member
- Emergency Nurses Association (ENA), 2013–2016
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
- Sigma Alpha Chi Lifetime Member
- T.O.P.S. Scholar
- Outstanding Clinical Performer (2009)
Timeline
Case Manager
American Health Holding, Inc.
02.2026 - Current
RN Case Manager
Southern Grace Hospice
03.2025 - 02.2026
RN Case Manager
Serenity Hospice
07.2024 - 03.2025
Oncology Navigator / Clinic RN (GU, Sarcoma, GYN, Lung, Head and neck Oncology)
Ochsner Health
07.2019 - 07.2025
Oncology Navigator (Survivorship & GU/Prostate Clinic)
Tulane Cancer Center
02.2018 - 07.2019
Operating Room Circulator
Tulane Lakeside Hospital
10.2016 - 02.2018
Travel RN – Pediatric Emergency Department
Nightingale Nurses
06.2016 - 09.2016
Emergency Room Nurse / Charge Nurse
Tulane Lakeside Hospital
12.2013 - 06.2016
Emergency Room Nurse (Level 1 Trauma Center)
LSU Interim Louisiana Hospital
01.2012 - 12.2013
Clinical RN
Louisiana Heart Center
04.2010 - 12.2011
Staff RN – Pediatric Emergency Room
West Jefferson Medical Center
09.2009 - 03.2010
Associate of Science - Nursing
Delgado Community College Charity School of Nursing