Kimberly McGowen-Rupp
Moundridge,KS
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional with a strong background in hospice, PACE, emergency, and trauma care. Skilled in team leadership, staff mentoring, and healthcare regulations. Consistently supports quality care through collaboration, training, and process improvement.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Hospice and Homecare of Reno County
Hutchinson, Ks
11.2024 - Current
- Managed caseload of 18-26 hospice and home health patients, ensuring comprehensive care and support.
- Educated patients and families on hospice benefits and levels of care, enhancing understanding and engagement in the care process. Accurate documentation of assessment, nursing visits and care plans including OASIS data set and HOPE assessment.
- Actively participated in Interdisciplinary team meetings for hospice and homecare. Communicate efficiently and effectively with providers to manage patient care at home. Collaborate with facility staff at independent living apartments and long-term care facilities to provide quality care.
- Provided physical spiritual and emotional support to patients and families.
- Equipped new hires with tools and knowledge for quality care, providing ongoing support and sharing best practices post-orientation.
- Educated nursing students during clinical rotations about patient care practices.
Registered Nurse
Bluestem PACE
McPherson, Kansas
03.2023 - 10.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Evaluated health needs of participants in PACE care coordination programs. within PACE care coordination programs.
- Supervised LPNs, home health aides, and CNAs across clinic, day center, and home settings.
- Oversaw the care plan schedule to ensure CMS compliance for new admissions and ongoing participants.
- Contributed to Quality Improvement committees to enhance clinic processes and procedures.
- Provided End of life education to staff and participants.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Good Shepherd Hospice
Wichita , Ks
01.2020 - 03.2023
- Managed a caseload of 16-20 hospice patients. Documented nursing visits, assessments, and care plans in medical records.
- Coordinated appropriate levels of care tailored to individual patient needs, educating families and patients on hospice election benefits and non-covered addendum forms.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when assessing new information or changes in a patient's condition. Communicated effectively and efficiently with providers to ensure the best care.
- Collaborated with case managers, hospital nurses, facility staff, and physician offices to gather information, facilitating accurate diagnosis and admission criteria.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary group meetings.
- Onboarded new staff to hospice admissions, providing training on symptom management orders, Hospice Item Set (HIS) assessment and documentation, and identifying covered vs non-covered items.
Registered Nurse
AMG Via Christi Immediate Care
Wichita, Kansas
06.2018 - 01.2020
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate a safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Wesley Medical Center HCA
Wichita, Kansas
11.2014 - 03.2019
- Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
- Assess symptoms, vital signs, and trauma needs in fast-paced emergency care.
- Triage emergency patients using Wesley Medical Center HCA acuity protocols.
- Administer medications, IV fluids, and blood products per provider orders.
- Monitor cardiac rhythms and report critical changes to emergency physicians.
- Utilized advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and basic life support (BLS) techniques during critical situations.
- Educate patients and families on discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Provided guidance to new hires and capstone students in clinical settings.
Trauma Program Manager
Hutchinson Regional Medical Center
Hutchinson, Kansas
05.2013 - 11.2014
- Led trauma committee meetings across emergency, nursing, surgery, and support departments.
- Coordinated trauma performance improvement reviews with hospital leaders and clinical teams.
- Managed trauma registry data for Hutchinson Regional Medical Center trauma services.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in the delivery of trauma services through data analysis and benchmarking.
- Led quality assurance and improvement projects across multiple disciplines within the department.
- Evaluated and updated existing policies and procedures related to trauma services.
- Organized trauma education for staff, physicians, and emergency response partners.
- Provided education and training on trauma protocols, processes, systems, and best practices to staff members. Instructor and coordinator for TNCC.
- Collaborated with EMS, surgeons, and nurses on trauma care workflows.
- Established relationships with external organizations such as EMS providers to facilitate efficient care coordination.
- Led the successful recertification process in 2014 performed by the American College of Surgeons
Charge Nurse
Hutchinson Regional Medical Center
Hutchinson, Kansas
05.2011 - 05.2013
- Coordinated patient assignments and staffing coverage, prioritizing shift activities to enhance team efficiency
- Monitored patient conditions and escalated changes to physicians and care providers
- Reviewed nursing documentation for accuracy and compliance, ensuring high standards of patient care
- Managed admissions, transfers, and discharges to support smooth patient flow
- Delegated tasks among staff based on qualifications, promoting optimal team performance and patient safety.
- Trained new nurses on unit routines, patient safety, and care procedures
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to emergency department policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, and house supervisor, to ensure proper delivery of services.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Hutchinson Regional Medical Center
Hutchinson, Kansas
05.2007 - 05.2011
- Responded to trauma, cardiac, and respiratory emergencies in fast-paced settings.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered medications and monitored responses during urgent care treatment.
- Performed triage for emergency department patients at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.
- Documented assessments, interventions, and patient status in medical records.
- Coached nursing staff on emergency department protocols and patient care practices.
- Monitored cardiac rhythm strips and titrated vasoactive medications as ordered by physicians.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions, and enhance the continuum of care.
- Prepared patients for transfers, procedures, and discharge instructions.
- Participated in educational activities such as seminars or classes related to emergency nursing practices. Maintained certifications in ACLS, PALS and TNCC.
- Advocated for patient rights and ethical treatment, ensuring respect and dignity in patient care.
- Supported criminal inquiries by reporting injuries and completing evidence collection kits.
Education
ADN - Nursing
Hutchinson Community College
Hutchinson, KS05-2007
Skills
- Hospice coordination
- Care plan management
- OASIS assessment
- HOPE assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient education
- Referral coordination
- Resource utilization
- Critical thinking
- Clear communication
- Team leadership
- Training mentorship
- Healthcare regulations
Timeline
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Hospice and Homecare of Reno County
11.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Bluestem PACE
03.2023 - 10.2024
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Good Shepherd Hospice
01.2020 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse
AMG Via Christi Immediate Care
06.2018 - 01.2020
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Wesley Medical Center HCA
11.2014 - 03.2019
Trauma Program Manager
Hutchinson Regional Medical Center
05.2013 - 11.2014
Charge Nurse
Hutchinson Regional Medical Center
05.2011 - 05.2013
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Hutchinson Regional Medical Center
05.2007 - 05.2011
ADN - Nursing
Hutchinson Community College