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LAURA WILLIAMSON

WARSAW,IN

Summary

Compassionate Nurse Case Manager offering 21 years of experience working with patients and families. Committed to working collaboratively with health plan, leadership, and department coordinators to achieve highest quality of patient satisfaction. Well-versed in developing individualized care plans and advocating patient welfare.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

NURSE CASE MANAGER

ANTHEM
12.2021 - Current
  • Attended physician rounds as part of the interdisciplinary team.
  • Assessed patient needs to develop individualized health management strategies for optimal outcomes.
  • Developed and modified patient care plans and assisted interdisciplinary team in identifying client needs and goals to determine priorities of care.
  • Educated patients on disease management techniques, empowering them to take control of their health and reduce complications.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.

DIALYSIS NURSE

DIALYZE DIRECT
01.2020 - 12.2021
  • Administered dialysis treatment to patients, ensuring safety and comfort throughout procedures.
  • Administered medications to patients and monitored responses.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, promptly reporting changes to healthcare team for immediate response.
  • Educated patients on dialysis processes and self-care practices to enhance treatment adherence.
  • Maintained safe and efficient treatment environment by adhering to infection control protocols and equipment maintenance schedules.

FACILITY ADMINISTRATOR

DAVITA
10.2015 - 01.2020
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth facility functioning.
  • Coordinated maintenance schedules to uphold equipment reliability.
  • Streamlined patient scheduling processes for enhanced efficiency.
  • Oversaw inventory management for medical supplies and equipment.
  • Assisted in budgeting and forecasting for operational needs.
  • Managed personnel matters, including hiring, onboarding, evaluations, and promotions.
  • Conducted regular facility inspections to identify repair needs or improvements.

Nurse Clinical Coordinator

DAVITA
07.2013 - 10.2015

Supervise patient care provided by nurses and technicians. Ensure documentation of care delivered is appropriate. Assist Facility Administrator with counseling and evaluation of teammates. Perform direct patient care including monitoring vital signs, initiating and terminating dialysis treatment. Administer medication appropriately. Process physician orders. Provide education for families and patients.

  • Coordinated patient care activities to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Monitored treatment plans, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols and improving patient outcomes.
  • Mentored new clinical staff members for proper onboarding and orientation processes.
  • Worked closely with clinic administrators to maintain a safe, clean and well-organized environment in which patients could receive care.
  • Implemented new policies and educated staff on changes.
  • Created weekly schedules for nurses, taking into account sick days and vacation time.
  • Built strong relationships with patients and families for optimized care satisfaction.
  • Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.

ACUTE DIALYSIS NURSE

FRESENIUS MEDICAL CARE
10.2006 - 07.2013
  • Dialysis provided to four hospital locations in northern Indiana.
  • Administered dialysis treatments to patients, ensuring safety and comfort throughout procedures.
  • Monitored vital signs and lab results to assess patient conditions and adjust care plans as necessary.
  • Educated patients and families on dialysis processes, fostering understanding and compliance with treatment protocols.
  • Implemented infection control measures to minimize risks during dialysis sessions, enhancing patient safety.
  • Evaluated patient responses to treatments, providing timely interventions to address complications or concerns.
  • Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and consistently performing equipment checks.
  • Reduced complications by thoroughly assessing patients prior to initiating dialysis treatments.
  • Administered prescribed medications accurately while continuously monitoring for adverse effects or reactions during dialysis treatments.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Ivy Tech State College
05.2004

Skills

  • Compassion/Dedication
  • CPR certified
  • Word/Excel/EMR
  • Dialysis experience
  • Case Management
  • Patient Assessment

Timeline

NURSE CASE MANAGER

ANTHEM
12.2021 - Current

DIALYSIS NURSE

DIALYZE DIRECT
01.2020 - 12.2021

FACILITY ADMINISTRATOR

DAVITA
10.2015 - 01.2020

Nurse Clinical Coordinator

DAVITA
07.2013 - 10.2015

ACUTE DIALYSIS NURSE

FRESENIUS MEDICAL CARE
10.2006 - 07.2013

Associate of Science - Nursing

Ivy Tech State College