Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Rapides Regional Hospital
Alexandria
11.2025 - Current
Developed individualized patient care plans, effectively improving health outcomes and ensuring adherence to treatment protocols.
Coordinated multidisciplinary teams to streamline patient care processes, enhancing communication and collaboration among healthcare providers.
Monitored patient progress, adjusting care strategies as necessary to achieve optimal health results and improve patient satisfaction.
Conducted comprehensive assessments and evaluations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and enhancing overall patient safety.
Utilized electronic health records systems to document patient information accurately, supporting clinical decision-making and improving patient outcomes.
Participated in team meetings to discuss treatment options for complex cases.
Utilized critical thinking skills when assessing new information or changes in a patient's condition.
Determined and coordinated appropriate level of care to meet individual patient needs.
Collaborated with physicians on patient medications, medical needs and performance.
Coordinated discharge planning with multidisciplinary teams ensuring safe transitions back into the community.
Updated and maintained discharge plan of care with physician, members of healthcare team, patients and families.
Advocated for patients by identifying insurance coverage, communicating care preferences to practitioners and verifying interventions met patients' treatment goals.
Implemented interventions based on evidence-based practice guidelines while working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.
Collaborated with physicians, social workers and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients.
Obtained recommendations for inpatient or outpatient level of care by discussing cases with physician advisor.
Actively participated in family and patient planning processes.
Arranged placement of new patient admissions and transfers according to clinical standards and guidelines.
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Center
Alexandria
07.2015 - 11.2025
Provided patient-centered care by assessing health needs, implementing treatment plans, and monitoring progress effectively.
Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and improve patient care plans, enhancing overall health outcomes.
Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care, promoting adherence to treatment regimens.
Utilized electronic health records to document patient information accurately, supporting efficient care coordination and compliance.
Assisted in training new nursing staff, enhancing team capabilities and fostering a collaborative working environment.
Conducted routine patient assessments, identifying changes in condition and facilitating timely interventions to improve care quality.
Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to enhanced patient safety and operational efficiency within the unit.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.