Kelsey Morin
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Healthcare professional and newly licensed Registered Nurse with extensive experience in providing high-quality care to diverse patient populations. Proven skills in communication, critical thinking, adaptability, and problem-solving. Actively seeking part-time or casual nursing opportunities to grow clinical skills and provide exceptional patient care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Coordinator of Inpatient Rehab Outreach
Allegheny Health Network
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
04.2017 - Current
- Support the volume of the six AHN acute rehab units by serving as a liaison between the acute care hospitals and the acute rehab units, and providing system-wide bed management to maximize resource utilization.
- Develop referral sources through marketing initiatives in the acute care setting, physician offices, community agencies, skilled nursing and long term acute care facilities.
- Compile clinical reviews, perform on-site patient assessments, and compose preadmission screening to ensure compliance with CMS guidelines for acute rehab.
- Obtain insurance pre-authorizations through clinical review, and maintain a broad knowledge and understanding of commercial insurance, Medicare, and Medicaid regulations related to acute rehab.
- Train and mentor other members of the liaison team system-wide.
Rehabilitation Social Worker/Case Manager
RehabCare Group and Allegheny Health Network
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2010 - 04.2017
- Provided social work and case management services for the acute rehab unit of West Penn Hospital, with caseload including patients recovering from strokes, brain or spinal cord injuries, trauma, neuromuscular disorders, and other life-altering conditions.
- Provided assessment and supportive counseling to patients and families, individually or in family conference, to address new health, mental health, or safety issues brought on by condition.
- Coordinated post-discharge medical care, mental health, drug and alcohol treatment, and other services, to support the greatest long-term outcome for the patient.
- Served as a liaison between patients and families and medical staff to communicate health information, concerns, and barriers to care.
- Managed length of stay and worked with Medicare, managed care, and Medicaid to ensure adequate insurance coverage for patients while hospitalized and post-discharge.
Weekend/On-Call Social Worker
Allegheny Health Network
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
11.2012 - 10.2015
- Provided after-hours social work coverage for all units of West Penn Hospital, including the Emergency Department, psychiatric services and commitments, and substance abuse and intimate partner violence counseling and referrals.
- Coordinated care with interdisciplinary teams and community resources to promote continuity of care and reduce readmission.
- Engaged with various community resources, including hospital psychiatric units, housing and shelter resources, substance abuse facilities, and others as needed.
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Coach
Turtle Creek Valley MH/MR, Inc.
Homestead, PA
12.2006 - 08.2009
- Provided goal-directed services to adults with mental illness, including individual counseling as well as development, planning, and facilitation of psychoeducational groups and classes.
- Promoted whole-person wellness, including physical and mental health connections, substance abuse and harm reduction, mental health advocacy, and issues of stigma.
- Linked individuals to services within and outside of the agency to promote wellness and independence.
Medical Coordinator
Renaissance Community Homes
Adrian, MI
04.2005 - 09.2006
- Provided in-home direct support for individuals intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Managed complex medical needs of clients, including physician visits, ordering medications and supplies, and communicating client needs to other supports.
- Provided 24-hour on-call coverage for questions or emergencies.
Education
Associate in Science - Nursing
Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA05.2025
Master of Social Work - Concentration: Health And Mental Health
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA04-2010
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI04-2006
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI04-2004
Student Clinical Experience
Completed 670 clinical hours over four semesters with progressively increasing responsibilities while providing safe and effective care to diverse patient populations. Developed skills in head-to-toe assessment, bedside shift report, safe medication administration, patient-specific care plans and education, coordination and collaboration with interdisciplinary care teams, prioritization of patient needs, and thorough documentation.
• UPMC Passavant McCandless: Surgical Oncology, Progressive Care Unit, Medical and Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Emergency Department, Rehabilitation Unit
• UPMC Mercy: Trauma/Burn/Ortho Acute Care, Operating Room
• UPMC Magee Womens Hospital: Womancare Birth Center, Mother-Baby Unit
Professional Development
- Registered Nurse, Pennsylvania Department of State
- Licensed Social Worker, Pennsylvania Department of State
- Certified Case Manager, Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC)
Timeline
Senior Coordinator of Inpatient Rehab Outreach
Allegheny Health Network
04.2017 - Current
Weekend/On-Call Social Worker
Allegheny Health Network
11.2012 - 10.2015
Rehabilitation Social Worker/Case Manager
RehabCare Group and Allegheny Health Network
05.2010 - 04.2017
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Coach
Turtle Creek Valley MH/MR, Inc.
12.2006 - 08.2009
Medical Coordinator
Renaissance Community Homes
04.2005 - 09.2006
Associate in Science - Nursing
Community College of Allegheny County
Master of Social Work - Concentration: Health And Mental Health
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Eastern Michigan University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Eastern Michigan University
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