Leslie Freeman Sellars
Leesburg,GA
Summary
Experienced RN Case Manager with background in providing high-quality patient care and effective case management. Strengths include strong decision-making skills, efficient coordination of care plans, and effective communication with multidisciplinary teams. Previous work has demonstrated significant impact on improving patient outcomes through the development and implementation of comprehensive care strategies. Excel at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and collaborative healthcare environments.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Case Manager
Albany Community Hospice / Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
Albany, GA
01.2005 - Current
- Managed and Provide direct patient care to terminally ill individuals, educating on disease progression, medication, and safety.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to create and implement tailored care plans.
- Document assessments and education using EMR systems.
- Serve as diabetes resource nurse for staff and patients.
- Actively participated in multidisciplinary rounds discussing complex cases with members of the healthcare team.
Diabetes Educator
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
Albany , GA
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Led diabetes education for all age groups, creating individualized care and self-management plans.
- Taught patients and families about insulin therapy, medication administration, nutrition, and complication prevention.
- Conducted both group and one-on-one sessions.
- Facilitated community-based support groups.
- Encouraged lifestyle changes that promote better health outcomes for diabetic patients.
- Assessed patient's knowledge of the condition and provided appropriate instruction.
- Educated patients on techniques such as blood glucose monitoring, insulin administration, and diet modification.
RN Case Manager
Solcus Home Health Care
01.1999 - 01.2004
- Oversaw care for 20-40 patients, performing comprehensive assessments and planning individualized care.
- Supervised LPNs and aides.
- Coordinated with families, social services, and medical professionals to ensure high-quality outcomes.
- Conducted chart audits and compliance reviews.
Staff Nurse
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
01.1998 - 01.2004
- Provided direct patient care in the physical rehabilitation unit.
- Served as charge nurse as needed.
Staff Nurse
Phoebe / CareSouth Home Care Professionals
01.1992 - 01.1998
- Managed care for 25-40 home health patients across various age groups.
- Supervised home health aides and coordinated doctor's orders and care delivery.
- Conducted chart audits and provided physician updates.
Staff Nurse
HCA Columbia Palmyra Medical Center
01.1992 - 01.1995
- Delivered direct patient care in a general surgical unit.
- Functioned as charge nurse as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia Southwestern State University
Americus, GA05.2000
Associate Degree - Nursing
Darton College
Albany, GA06.1992
High School Diploma -
Lee County High School
Leesburg, GA06.1989
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Discharge planning
- Medication management
- Patient examination
- Multitasking capacity
- Professionalism
- Time management abilities
- Effective communication
- Patient assessment
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Diabetes education
- Chronic disease management
- Clear patient communication
- first aid CPR AED
- Patient education
- Reliability
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- End-of-life care
- Hospice care
Certification
- Certified in Diabetes Education, 2004 to present
- Certified in Hospice and Palliative Care, 2007 to present
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- American heart association basic life support and AED training for health care professional's
References
- Kristen Daniel, RN, (229) 357-1046, kdaniel72@windstream.net
- Mary Alice Johnson, FNP, (229) 881-2560, majohnson1@windstream.net
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Albany Community Hospice / Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
01.2005 - Current
Diabetes Educator
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
01.2002 - 01.2005
RN Case Manager
Solcus Home Health Care
01.1999 - 01.2004
Staff Nurse
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
01.1998 - 01.2004
Staff Nurse
Phoebe / CareSouth Home Care Professionals
01.1992 - 01.1998
Staff Nurse
HCA Columbia Palmyra Medical Center
01.1992 - 01.1995
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia Southwestern State University
Associate Degree - Nursing
Darton College
High School Diploma -
Lee County High School