Laurel Gage
Brant Rock,Ma
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Case Manager
Bayada Home Health
10.2023 - Current
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and their families, providing support and education on health management.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patient needs to inform effective care planning.
- Served as a key liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, fostering open communication and trust among all parties involved in the care process.
- Streamlined discharge planning processes, ensuring a smoother transition for patients back to their homes or other facilities.
RN CASE Manager
Cranberry Hospice
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Assume responsibility for patient/family caseload that includes assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing process while communicating with all members of the hospice team
- Communicating with physicians and outside agencies in order to provide optimal care to patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
RN CASE MANAGER
VNA HOSPICE CAPE COD
12.2019 - 11.2021
- Developed strong relationships with patients and their families, providing support and education on health management.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
CLINICAL CONSULTANT INFECTION PREVENTION
BECTON, DICKINSON and COMPANY
03.2015 - 08.2019
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety and delivering high-quality care consistently across all services provided by the organization.
- Assisted with regulatory issues such as compliance.
- Consulted with healthcare professionals on business decisions.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
NURSE TEAM LEADER
MASHPEE, CAPE COD COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
08.2014 - 02.2015
- Mentored new nurses to enhance their clinical skills, increasing overall team competency and performance.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory standards by regularly reviewing policies, procedures, and documentation practices.
- Achieved high patient satisfaction rates by providing empathetic, compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
INFECTION PREVENTION NURSE MANAGER/EMPLOYEE HEALTH
SPAULDING REHABILITATION
10.2011 - 07.2014
- Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
- Oversaw infection control procedures to protect patients from infections and keep nursing departments compliant with state regulations.
- Implemented infection control measures, resulting in reduced incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Championed continuous learning among staff members, organizing regular educational workshops and seminars.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
NURSE MANAGER INFECTION PREVENTION
GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Reduced hospital readmission rates with proactive discharge planning and thorough patient education.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
- Implemented infection control measures, resulting in reduced incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
- Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a team-oriented environment among nursing staff.
MANAGER INFECTION PREVENTION
CAPE COD HOSPITAL
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
- Fostered partnerships with industry leaders, enhancing company's reputation and creating new business opportunities.
REGISTERED NURSE
CAPE COD HEALTHCARE
01.1983 - 01.2005
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Education
MASTERS HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION -
CAMBRIDGE COLLEGE
Boston, MA01.2009
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE NURSING -
CURRY COLLEGE
Milton, MA01.2005
LEGAL NURSE DIPLOMA
BRIGHTWOOD COLLEGE
FLA01.1998
NURSING DEGREE -
LEOMINSTER HOSPITAL SCHOOL OF NURSING
MA01.1983
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Clinical assessment
- Quality Improvement
- Community Resources
- Medication Management
- Healthcare regulations
- Care Coordination
- Discharge Planning
- Chronic Disease Management
- Home care management
- Excellent Communication
Activities
- LED GROUP OF 13 ON MISSION TRIP TO THE JUNGLES OF BELIZE TO WORK ON A BUILDING THAT SERVES AS A SAFE HAVEN FROM HURRICANES AND FLOODS, COLLEGE, CLASSROOMS, AND CHURCH~3 MISSION TRIPS FROM 2019-2021
- SERVED ON MASHPEE BOARD OF HEALTH FROM 2017-2020
- SERVED AS APIC COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR 2015-2017
- PUBLICATION: THE USE AND NEED FOR STANDARD PRECAUTIONS AND TRANSMISSION -BASED PRECAUTIONS IN THE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT, JOURNAL OF EMERGENCY NURSING, 2011
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Bayada Home Health
10.2023 - Current
RN CASE Manager
Cranberry Hospice
12.2021 - 12.2022
RN CASE MANAGER
VNA HOSPICE CAPE COD
12.2019 - 11.2021
CLINICAL CONSULTANT INFECTION PREVENTION
BECTON, DICKINSON and COMPANY
03.2015 - 08.2019
NURSE TEAM LEADER
MASHPEE, CAPE COD COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
08.2014 - 02.2015
INFECTION PREVENTION NURSE MANAGER/EMPLOYEE HEALTH
SPAULDING REHABILITATION
10.2011 - 07.2014
NURSE MANAGER INFECTION PREVENTION
GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL
01.2009 - 01.2010
MANAGER INFECTION PREVENTION
CAPE COD HOSPITAL
01.2005 - 01.2009
REGISTERED NURSE
CAPE COD HEALTHCARE
01.1983 - 01.2005
MASTERS HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION -
CAMBRIDGE COLLEGE
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE NURSING -
CURRY COLLEGE
LEGAL NURSE DIPLOMA
BRIGHTWOOD COLLEGE
NURSING DEGREE -
LEOMINSTER HOSPITAL SCHOOL OF NURSING
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