Lee Ann Sommer
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
Dynamic RN Care Coordinator with a proven track record at Norman Regional Health, adept at reducing hospital readmission rates through effective discharge planning. Skilled in care coordination and patient education, I excel in building relationships and navigating insurance complexities, ensuring timely access to healthcare services while fostering team collaboration.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Care Coordinator
Norman Regional Health
Norman, OK
03.2024 - Current
- Assessed patient conditions and identified necessary interventions, coordinating referrals to specialists as needed
- Provided education and support to patients and their families regarding treatment options, medication management, and self-care techniques
- Utilized electronic medical records (EMR) systems to document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately
- Implemented strategies that reduced hospital readmission rates by XX% through improved discharge planning processes
- Developed strong relationships with community resources such as home health agencies, rehabilitation centers, and social service organizations
- Served as a liaison between patients/families and healthcare providers during transitions of care
- Ensured timely access to appropriate healthcare services, coordinating appointments and referrals as needed
RN Case Manager
Absentee Shawnee Tribe
Norman, OK
02.2016 - 05.2021
- Initiate referrals for patient care for services ordered by provider.
- Coordinate patient care after hospitalizations for home health, DME, and other needs.
- Assist and educate patients with options for healthcare coverage.
- Many more duties.
RN Case Manager/PRC
Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health Clinic
Norman, OK
02.2016 - 05.2021
- RN Case Manager/PRC/Contract Health -assisting patients with hospital discharge, arranging services needed at home.
- Coordinating tribal benefits with insurance.
- Care Coordinator for patients with 2 or more chronic conditions by telephonic case management to decrease the use of emergency room visits and hospitalizations.
- RN Charge Nurse for Primary Care and Plus Care clinics, supervising nursing staff, scheduling, payroll, also providing patient care, including injections, starting IV fluids, draw lab as needed, breathing treatments.
- Ensured coordination of providers and nursing staff to ensure quality patient care.
Nurse Manager, RN
Oklahoma Center for Orthopedic& Multi-Specialty Surgery
Oklahoma City, OK
08.2007 - 08.2016
- Nurse Manager for Endoscopy and Pain Management Procedures - supervised nursing staff, including scheduling, payroll, assisted in procedures, prepared reports for administration and many more duties.
- Ensured coordination of staff and providers for quality of care for patients.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma City, OK05.1993
Certification
- BLS Certification, 11/30/26
- RN License, 11/01/93, 11/30/26
- Driver's License
- CPR Certification
- RN, 11/30/24, OK
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
RN Care Coordinator
Norman Regional Health
03.2024 - Current
RN Case Manager
Absentee Shawnee Tribe
02.2016 - 05.2021
RN Case Manager/PRC
Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health Clinic
02.2016 - 05.2021
Nurse Manager, RN
Oklahoma Center for Orthopedic& Multi-Specialty Surgery
08.2007 - 08.2016
Associate Degree - Nursing
Oklahoma State University