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Laura Branton
Registered Nurse; Care Manager
Spruce Pine,NC
Summary
Accomplished nursing leader with expertise in care coordination and individualized care planning across diverse healthcare settings. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through collaborative problem-solving with multidisciplinary teams. Dedicated to upholding regulatory standards and providing compassionate, patient-centered care. Highly organized and dependable professional adept at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude, and willing to take on additional responsibilities to achieve team objectives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Care Management Lead
Mountain Community Health Partnership
Bakersville, North Carolina
06.2022 - 05.2025
- Directed team of RN 4 Care Managers and 3 Care Coordinators in delivering coordinated care management services.
- Conducted comprehensive Social Determinants of Health and nursing assessments to formulate individualized care plans.
- Developed and implemented procedures to enhance care coordination and meet community needs.
- Collaborated with multiple payor sources and providers to ensure compliance and quality of care.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Hospice Nurse Case Manager
MSA- Medi Home Health and Hospice
Newland, North Carolina
02.2021 - 06.2022
- Delivered nursing care to patients at end of life and their families, effectively managing a caseload of up to 18 patients.
- Facilitated family meetings to discuss goals of care, addressing concerns and answering questions compassionately.
- Educated family members on the hospice process, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their loved one''s care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and progress notes, ensuring efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Provided symptom management and pain relief for terminally ill patients through careful assessment and appropriate medication administration.
Registered Nurse- Behavioral Health
State of NC Department of Health and Human Services
Morganton, North Carolina
07.2020 - 01.2021
- Delivered compassionate medical and psychiatric nursing services to acute and chronically ill clients while adhering to state and federal regulations.
- Monitored effectiveness and side effects of prescribed psychotropic medications in patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive patient care tailored to individual needs.
- Led staff in-service trainings on various topics, such as chronic disease management and wound care techniques, enhancing overall clinical competency within the nursing team.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication with team members for optimal patient care.
- Maintained timely, accurate, and confidential documentation of patient care, progress, and responses to treatment plans.
- Evaluated and updated care plans regularly based on ongoing assessments of patients'' progress, ensuring best possible outcomes.
Emergency Room, Charge Nurse
Blue Ridge Regional Medical Center
Spruce Pine, North Carolina
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Supervised night shift nursing staff in emergency department to ensure optimal patient care.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Directed unit staff to maintain ambitious standards of care during rapidly changing COVID pandemic challenges.
- Delegated tasks among staff leveraging qualifications and expertise of an average of six RN and four CNA each shift.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
Lead/Charge Nurse
State of NC Department of Public Safety
Spruce Pine, North Carolina
06.2019 - 01.2020
- Supervised staff nurses to ensure safe, effective nursing coverage and optimal patient care.
- Developed and refined nursing processes while ensuring compliance with state policies and procedures.
- Administered nursing services to incarcerated individuals, including health education and medical triage.
- Executed emergency response protocols and managed medication administration and wound care.
Detox/Crisis Nurse
Residential Treatment Services of Alamance
Alamance, North Carolina
08.2018 - 02.2019
- Assessed individuals with substance use disorders for suitability of non-hospital medical detox services, average four assessments per shift.
- Monitored clients in the center for withdrawal symptoms and administered appropriate interventions.
- Delivered addiction education and psycho-social support while facilitating referrals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
Remote Telephone Triage Nurse
AxisPoint Health
Telehealth/Remote, NC
01.2017 - 04.2018
- Executed thorough evaluations of callers requesting nursing advice, facilitating timely referrals to appropriate care.
- Maintained clear communication with healthcare providers, ensuring proper documentation of telephone encounters for continuity of care.
- Ensured patient safety by following established protocols for escalating concerning symptoms or situations to appropriate medical personnel.
Ambulatory Care Nurse
Lakeside Family Physicians, Novant Healthcare
Mooresville, North Carolina
03.2015 - 08.2016
- Executed comprehensive telephone and in-person triage, medication reconciliation, and patient assessments.
- Delivered compassionate care to diverse populations, demonstrating cultural competence and sensitivity to individual patient needs.
- Performed laboratory tests to support accurate condition detection and diagnosis.
- Delivered nursing interventions and provided patient education to enhance care quality.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure exceptional service delivery.
- Facilitated patient education sessions on topics such as disease management, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications, promoting self-care strategies for improved health outcomes.
- Served as nursing representative on Leadership Team during 2015-2016, contributing to strategic initiatives.
Critical Care Staff Nurse
Lake Norman Regional Medical Center
Mooresville, North Carolina
03.2014 - 10.2014
- Managed high-acuity patients on mechanical ventilation, titrating sedation levels according to established protocols for optimal respiratory support.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures such as central line insertions, arterial line placements, and intubations, ensuring timely interventions for critically ill patients.
- Utilized strong patient advocacy and communication skills to coordinate care within a multidisciplinary team and coordinate palliative and end of life care as appropriate.
- Served as CCU representative on Patient Safety Committee Member and as Skin Care Champion.
Critical Care Staff Nurse
CaroMont Regional Medical Center
Gastonia, North Carolina
02.2013 - 03.2014
- Utilized advanced nursing skills such as hemodynamic monitoring, ventilator management, and administration of vasoactive medications for optimal patient care delivery.
- Served as Unit Charge Nurse on a rotating basis, overseeing unit operations and staff management.
- Mentored graduating ADN students as a Volunteer Preceptor, enhancing their clinical skills and knowledge.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and overall satisfaction within the critical care unit.
Intensive Care Nurse
Davis Regional Medical Center
Statesville, North Carolina
03.2012 - 10.2012
- Provide skilled nursing care to critically ill patients in a general medical intensive care unit.
- Utilize strong patient advocacy and communication skills to coordinate care between multiple specialists and coordinate end of life care as necessary.
- Work as RN Team leader for Code Blue and Rapid Response teams.
Staff Nurse
Forsyth Medical Center
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
03.2011 - 03.2012
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Jacksonville University
Jacksonville, FL 01.2012 - 06.2014
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Concord, NC 01.2009 - 12.2010
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FL 01.1989 - 07.1991
Skills
Skilled in patient care coordination
Experienced with Microsoft Office applications
Skilled in resolving conflicts
Self-motivated approach
Tailored patient care plans
Effective team leadership
Quality improvement
Effective time management
Chronic disease management/patient education
Certification
Registered Nurse, North Carolina, 243764, 12/31/26
Affiliations
- Aledade State-wide conference participant 2024
- Regional Healthy Opportunities Program participant 2024
- National Alliance on Mental Illness member/advocate
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridAccomplishments
- Led and collaborated with team of four RN Care Managers and three Care Coordinators in the development of new and updated Processes and Procedures for Care Management Department.
- Supervised team of seven staff members.
- Provided supervision for student nurses.
- Developed new documentation methods for tracking medication transfer with movement of prisoners within the State Department of Corrections.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software
Cerner
AthenaHealth
HERO EHR System
AllScripts
McKesson
Timeline
Care Management Lead
Mountain Community Health Partnership
06.2022 - 05.2025
Hospice Nurse Case Manager
MSA- Medi Home Health and Hospice
02.2021 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse- Behavioral Health
State of NC Department of Health and Human Services
07.2020 - 01.2021
Emergency Room, Charge Nurse
Blue Ridge Regional Medical Center
01.2020 - 06.2020
Lead/Charge Nurse
State of NC Department of Public Safety
06.2019 - 01.2020
Detox/Crisis Nurse
Residential Treatment Services of Alamance
08.2018 - 02.2019
Remote Telephone Triage Nurse
AxisPoint Health
01.2017 - 04.2018
Ambulatory Care Nurse
Lakeside Family Physicians, Novant Healthcare
03.2015 - 08.2016
Critical Care Staff Nurse
Lake Norman Regional Medical Center
03.2014 - 10.2014
Critical Care Staff Nurse
CaroMont Regional Medical Center
02.2013 - 03.2014
Intensive Care Nurse
Davis Regional Medical Center
03.2012 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Jacksonville University
01.2012 - 06.2014
Staff Nurse
Forsyth Medical Center
03.2011 - 03.2012
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
01.2009 - 12.2010
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
St. Petersburg College
01.1989 - 07.1991