Leslee Michele Rucker
Thompson's Station,TN
Summary
Knowledgeable, committed, and detail-oriented Registered Nurse with 19+ years of experience in perinatal, triage, MDS Coordination, Utilization Review, unit leadership, clinical practice, and critical care. Holds charge nurse, preceptor, and unit leadership experience. Highly organized with strong communication skills. Passionate about contributing to nursing care through management. Gaps i professional status is due to growing family.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Utilization Review Nurse
Ascension Health Rutherford
07.2024 - Current
- Reduced healthcare costs through efficient utilization of resources and identification of unnecessary treatments or procedures.
- Ensured compliance with regulations and accreditation standards by maintaining accurate documentation of all utilization review activities.
- Evaluated medical guidelines and benefit coverage to determine appropriateness of services.
Postpartum/Nursery Registered Nurse
Williamson Medical Center
09.2017 - 04.2020
- Educated expectant parents on prenatal health, addressing questions related to nutrition, exercise, and mental wellbeing.
- Enhanced mother-baby bonding by providing education on breastfeeding techniques and infant care.
- Supported new mothers experiencing postpartum depression by providing resources, referrals, and empathetic listening.
OB/GYN Phone Triage Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt Franklin Women’s Center
09.2014 - 08.2017
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Perinatal Registered Nurse
Middle Tennessee Medical Center
01.2011 - 09.2012
- Educated families on newborn care techniques such as feeding, bathing, diapering, and comforting strategies.
- Performed comprehensive assessments on both mother and newborn during each shift, identifying any potential problems early for prompt intervention.
- Promoted breastfeeding success by offering lactation support and resources.
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing postpartum depression or anxiety, connecting them with appropriate mental health resources when necessary.
MDS Coordinator
NHC Place At Cool Springs
11.2003 - 11.2004
- Ensured timely completion of all MDS assessments, maintaining full compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on CMS guidelines and changes to ensure accuracy in reporting and reimbursement processes.
- Assessed electronic medical record for required documentation to support
Utilization Review Nurse
Medsolutions
01.2002 - 11.2003
- Reduced healthcare costs through efficient utilization of resources and identification of unnecessary treatments or procedures.
- Ensured compliance with regulations and accreditation standards by maintaining accurate documentation of all utilization review activities.
- Evaluated medical guidelines and benefit coverage to determine appropriateness of services.
- Performed prior authorization review of services requiring notification.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Baptist Hospital
06.1999 - 09.2001
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing Education
Columbia State Community College
Columbia, TN05.1999
Pre-Nursing -
David Lipscomb University
Nashville, NC05.1992
Skills
- InterQual Criteria
- Documentation And Reporting
- Utilization review
- HIPAA Compliance
- Insurance Verification
- Medicare knowledge
- Utilization Management
- Telephonic Nursing
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Medication and IV administration
- Basic Life Support
- Critical Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Clinical Documentation
- Professionalism
Additional Information
- CPR/AED
- ACLS
Timeline
Utilization Review Nurse
Ascension Health Rutherford
07.2024 - Current
Postpartum/Nursery Registered Nurse
Williamson Medical Center
09.2017 - 04.2020
OB/GYN Phone Triage Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt Franklin Women’s Center
09.2014 - 08.2017
Perinatal Registered Nurse
Middle Tennessee Medical Center
01.2011 - 09.2012
MDS Coordinator
NHC Place At Cool Springs
11.2003 - 11.2004
Utilization Review Nurse
Medsolutions
01.2002 - 11.2003
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Baptist Hospital
06.1999 - 09.2001
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing Education
Columbia State Community College
Pre-Nursing -
David Lipscomb University
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