Laurie Windy
Morris,IL
Summary
Compasionate RN Case Manager with expertise in care coordination, discharge planning, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to develop individualized care strategies and advocate for patient needs.
Overview
2
2
Certifications
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Case Manager
Prime Saint Joseph Medical Center
Joliet, IL
06.2020 - Current
- Coordinated patient care plans with multidisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes.
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized care strategies to enhance recovery.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans based on health changes.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options and health management practices.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers for seamless care.
- Reviewed medical records to ensure accurate documentation and compliance with standards.
- Advocated for patient needs within the healthcare system to ensure quality services.
- Collaborated with community resources to support patient transitions and ongoing care needs.
- Developed discharge plans for patients transitioning from acute care settings to home or alternate facilities.
- Educated patients on disease prevention strategies, wellness promotion techniques and lifestyle modifications.
- Actively participated in multidisciplinary rounds discussing complex cases with members of the healthcare team.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards concerning utilization review, ethical decision making and legal aspects of case management practice.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Prime Saint Joseph Medical Center
Joliet, Illinois
07.2008 - 06.2020
- Provided direct patient care in a fast-paced intensive care unit.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients' conditions continuously.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
- Documented patient progress and interventions accurately in electronic records.
- Responded to emergencies swiftly while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering skills in critical care procedures and protocols.
- Performed bedside procedures such as wound dressing changes, catheterizations, IV starts and changes, tracheostomy care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and medications administered in electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses and outcomes.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients and families.
- Achieved best possible outcomes for nursing sensitive indicators, core measures, HCAPS, patient satisfaction and associate satisfaction.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
Iowa City, Iowa
07.2006 - 07.2008
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering skills in critical care procedures and protocols.
- Performed bedside procedures such as wound dressing changes, catheterizations, IV starts and changes, tracheostomy care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and medications administered in electronic medical record system.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Prioritized multiple tasks while maintaining excellent standards of care delivery.
- Participated in quality improvement activities aimed at improving the overall standard of care provided to ICU patients.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses and outcomes.
- Recognized changes in patient conditions, promptly notified physicians, and implemented appropriate interventions as necessary.
Education
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05-2006
Bachelor of Science - Biology With A Minor in Business
William Penn University
Oskaloosa, IA05-2004
Skills
- Care coordination
- Discharge planning
- Electronic documentation
- Regulatory compliance
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Advocacy skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Multidisciplinary approach
Certification
Registered Nurse License-Illinois
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Prime Saint Joseph Medical Center
06.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Prime Saint Joseph Medical Center
07.2008 - 06.2020
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
07.2006 - 07.2008
University of Iowa
Bachelor of Science - Biology With A Minor in Business
William Penn University