KIMBERLY BASTA
ROCHESTER,NY
Summary
I am an experienced Advanced Practice Nurse. I have worked in long term skilled nursing as part of a multidisciplinary team with a concentration on discharge planning as well as end of life care. I have experience directing a skilled transitional care team of nurses and maintaining patient care satisfaction goals and upholding regulatory policy and procedures. I am currently working telephonically to provide urgent care to skilled nursing facilities in 7 states after hours.
Current RN /NP License and DEA
New York
New Jersey
CT
Rhode island
Maine
New Hampshire
MASS NP
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Telephonic Urgent Care NP - Clinical Advisor
Optum
07.2019 - Current
- Assessment of patient conditions and prioritizes care in fast-paced urgent telephonic skilled nursing care environment.
- Licensed in multiple states with DEA license to provide telephonic care to patients in the home and nursing home setting after hours weekends and holidays.
- Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
- Mentors and coaches APCs and RNs fostering skill development and teamwork.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records, ensuring timely updates and thorough documentation of patient interactions.
- Advised clinical teams on best practices for patient care and treatment protocols.
- Developed training materials to enhance staff understanding of clinical guidelines.
- Delivered educational presentations to both internal staff members and external stakeholders on various clinical topics or initiatives.
Nurse Practitioner Wound Care
St Anns Community
05.2016 - 01.2021
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to diagnose and manage acute and chronic illnesses.
- Developed and implemented personalized treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and improve health outcomes.
- Educated patients on disease prevention, management strategies, and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Responsible for wound care budget, collaborating with vendors and maintaining product protocols
- Education of staff on wound care and DOH regulations to keep facility in compliance.
Nurse Practitioner Colorectal Surgery
University of Rochester
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Care management of surgical patients in an ambulatory setting
- Care of below the knee wound care and management
- Team with primary medical MD to plan care
Nurse Practitioner
St. Ann's Community
09.2006 - 05.2015
- Management of advanced practice team
- Collaboration with in house medical team and outside specialists
- Responsible for budget staffing management and patient satisfaction
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to determine appropriate treatment plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans based on clinical evaluations.
Director of Transitional Care Operations
S. Ann's Community Rochester New York
06.2011 - 01.2013
- Developed and implemented operational policies to streamline service delivery across departments.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Oversaw budget planning and resource allocation, ensuring financial sustainability of community services.
- Analyzed program outcomes to inform decision-making and improve service offerings.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
Nurse Practitioner Long Term Care and Rehab
Wesley Gardens Rochester New York
01.2002 - 01.2006
- Overall operations of a 57 bed transitional care program
- Responsible for budget staffing nursing management and patient satisfaction
Registered Nurse CT Surgery
Rochester General Hospital Rochester NY
05.1990 - 08.2002
Education
MSN - ANP
University of Buffalo
Buffalo, New York05-2001
BSN -
SUNY At Brockport
Brockport, New York05-1990
Skills
- Ethical practice
- Geriatric care
- Compassionate care
Affiliations
AANC certified
GAPNA member
Certification
- Current Board Certification as Adult Nurse Practitioner, ANCC
- GAPNA member
Timeline
Telephonic Urgent Care NP - Clinical Advisor
Optum
07.2019 - Current
Nurse Practitioner Wound Care
St Anns Community
05.2016 - 01.2021
Nurse Practitioner Colorectal Surgery
University of Rochester
01.2015 - 01.2016
Director of Transitional Care Operations
S. Ann's Community Rochester New York
06.2011 - 01.2013
Nurse Practitioner
St. Ann's Community
09.2006 - 05.2015
Nurse Practitioner Long Term Care and Rehab
Wesley Gardens Rochester New York
01.2002 - 01.2006
Registered Nurse CT Surgery
Rochester General Hospital Rochester NY
05.1990 - 08.2002
MSN - ANP
University of Buffalo
BSN -
SUNY At Brockport