LAERIKA EASMON, BSN RN CCM
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Highly organized case manager with several years of experience as registered nurse. Offering a proven history of successfully advocating for patients and working with practitioners. Passionate about delivering quality care and facilitating efficient healthcare coordination.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Case Manager
University medical center of Southern NV
Las Vegas, NV
01.2023 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions according to established protocols.
- Facilitated referrals for specialized services such as physical therapy or hospice care when needed.
- Collaborated with physicians, social workers and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients.
- Coordinated discharge planning with multidisciplinary teams ensuring safe transitions back into the community.
- Promoted continuity of care by advocating for patients within the healthcare system.
- Acted as an advocate for patient rights during hospital stays or other clinical encounters.
- Determined and coordinated appropriate level of care to meet individual patient needs.
- Coordinated home care, home infusion, and durable medical equipment reducing patient wait times.
- Updated and maintained discharge plan of care with physician, members of healthcare team, patients and families.
RN Care Manager
Centene
Las Vegas, NV
11.2021 - 01.2023
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conducted assessments of client's physical, psychological, cognitive, social, economic and environmental needs.
- Collaborated with community resources to facilitate referrals and access to additional services for clients.
- Conducted regular follow-up with clients to assess satisfaction with services and identify any unmet needs.
- Monitored and evaluated the effectiveness of care plans, making adjustments as necessary to meet clients' evolving needs.
Telephone Triage Registered Nurse
UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center
Sacramento, California
12.2019 - 06.2021
- Performed detailed reviews of patient records to determine appropriate action plans and referrals, if necessary.
- Determined whether a caller's complaint is an emergency situation requiring immediate referral to a physician or urgent care facility.
- Responded promptly and professionally to incoming calls from patients seeking medical advice or assistance.
- Participated in continuing education activities related to telephone triage nursing practices.
- Communicated effectively with physicians regarding patient conditions and concerns.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines when providing care recommendations over the phone.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all triage encounters and treatments provided.
- Rendered telephone advice according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Followed up with physicians regarding test results or other requests made during the telephone triage encounter.
- Provided emotional support and reassurance to callers in distress.
Clinical Resource Nurse
UC Davis Medical Center
Sacramento, CA
08.2015 - 12.2019
- Performed ongoing assessments of the changing needs of each patient in order to provide appropriate interventions as needed.
- Provided direct clinical care to patients in accordance with established standards and practices.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines when developing treatment plans or making decisions related to patient care.
- Responded quickly and appropriately during times of crisis or emergency situations.
- Developed, implemented, and evaluated patient care plans based on medical diagnosis and individualized patient needs.
- Maintained confidentiality of all medical records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Served as a resource person for other members of the healthcare team regarding clinical issues or questions.
- Coached and trained new members of nursing team regarding hospital's procedures, answering questions and delivering positive feedback.
- Carried out comprehensive care focused on patient needs and meeting care goals.
- Advocated for patient rights and ethical care practices, ensuring patient dignity was maintained.
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care, IV therapy, and assistance with daily activities.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain clinical competency and stay updated on healthcare advancements.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety and healthcare delivery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University, Chico
Chico, CA12-2010
Associate of Science - Nursing
Yuba College
Marysville, CA12-2006
Skills
- Care coordination
- Patient advocacy
- Discharge planning
- Health assessments
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient education
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- EMR / EHR
- Referral coordination
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
Registered Nurse License California Board of Registered Nursing 01/07-08/26 Registered Nurse License Nevada State Board of Nursing 08/21-07/25 BLS for the Healthcare Provider (CPR/AED) American Heart Association 02/25-02/27 CMSRN Certification Academy of Med Surg Nurses 03/21-02/26 Certified Case Manager (CCM) 01/25-11/29
Timeline
Registered Nurse Case Manager
University medical center of Southern NV
01.2023 - Current
RN Care Manager
Centene
11.2021 - 01.2023
Telephone Triage Registered Nurse
UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center
12.2019 - 06.2021
Clinical Resource Nurse
UC Davis Medical Center
08.2015 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University, Chico
Associate of Science - Nursing
Yuba College
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