Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Leah Njuguna

Laurel,MD

Summary

Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Work History

Registered Nurse Care Manager

Sharecare
Atlanta, GA
02152021 - Current
  • Performed initial assessments on newly referred patients to determine eligibility for case management services.
  • Monitored patient progress through chart reviews, physician contacts, and regular communication with family members.
  • Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging for home health services and post-hospital follow up appointments.
  • Served as a liaison between physicians, hospitals, insurance companies, employers, providing accurate information about case management programs offered by the organization.
  • Ensured that all patient records were accurately maintained according to legal requirements.
  • Assessed and evaluated patient needs, developed individualized care plans, and coordinated with other health care providers to ensure quality of care.
  • Provided emotional support to families dealing with difficult situations involving illness or death.
  • Identified high risk patients requiring intensive case management interventions based on diagnosis or other factors affecting their ability to manage their own healthcare needs.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Suburban Hospital Healthcare System
Bethesda, MD
08242007 - 03222021
  • Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
  • Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
  • Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
  • Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.

Home Care Nurse PRN

Adventist Home Health
Silver Spring, MD
05222015 - 12022022
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients in their homes, including wound care, medication management and administration, patient education and monitoring of vital signs.
  • Facilitated communication between physicians, agencies, families and caregivers and other healthcare providers involved in the patient's care.
  • Monitored changes in patient health status and reported to physician or other healthcare professionals as necessary.
  • Counseled patients regarding lifestyle modifications required for optimal health outcomes.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and professional standards related to home health care services.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient outcomes.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
  • Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Montgomery College
Takoma Park
05-2007

Bachelor of Arts - Information Technology

University of Maryland Baltimore County
Catonsville, MD
12-2002

Skills

  • Quality Improvement
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Diabetes Management
  • Care Planning
  • Wound Care
  • Medical Assessment
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Health and Wellness Expertise
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Community Advocate
  • Patient Education and Counseling
  • Home Health Care
  • Disease Management Programs
  • Emotional Awareness
  • Patient Satisfaction and Process Improvement
  • Medication and IV Administration
  • Strong Medical Ethic

Accomplishments

Nominated nurse of year in 2009.

Recipient of hospital wide service excellence award in 2010

Timeline

Registered Nurse Care Manager

Sharecare
02152021 - Current

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Suburban Hospital Healthcare System
08242007 - 03222021

Home Care Nurse PRN

Adventist Home Health
05222015 - 12022022

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Montgomery College

Bachelor of Arts - Information Technology

University of Maryland Baltimore County
Leah Njuguna