Lisa Adams, RN
Ocala,FL
Summary
Experienced RN with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Cornerstone Hospice/Chapters Health
10.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Use standardized clinical protocols and guidelines to provide evidenced based advice.
- Provide health education, symptom management tips, and reassurance to patients.
- Document all interactions accurately in electronic health records.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
VITAS Healthcare
12.2022 - 11.2023
- Effectively communicate with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences; verify interventions, treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care, administer tests and monitor patient status.
- Complete assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual care needs. ·
- Respond promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
Registered Nurse
Ocala Health And Rehab
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Oversee delivery of care for patients providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, and technicians. Distribute medication on schedule to meet patient needs.
- Administer medications and treatment to patients and monitor patient responses.
- Update patient charts to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
RN Medical Reviewer III, Appeals
Palmetto GBA
02.2013 - 11.2022
- Review medical records and documentation of services for medical necessity and adherence to Medicare and payer guidelines.
- Render and communicate decision and redetermination process to providers and members.
- Perform and develop nurse training and quality assurance procedures for Benefits Integrity and
- Assist and provide resources, evidence based research, and medical education to other departments and divisions as needed.
- Maintain accuracy, completeness and security for medical records and health information.
RN Case Manager
Heartland Hospice
08.2011 - 02.2013
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care and monitor patient status.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs. ·
- Created individualized care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated appropriate nursing methods.
- Performed Director of Nursing duties as needed.
- Examined patients and documented history of current and previous conditions, illnesses, injuries and current medications.
RN Palliative Care/Med-Surg
University Hospital
02.2010 - 08.2011
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
- EMR documentation, supporting accurate and consistent delivery of patient care.
- Providing guidance on diagnoses, management of medications and prevention methods.
- Performed Charge Nurse duties as needed.
RN Oncology
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
09.2008 - 03.2009
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Brenau University
Gainesville, GA05-2008
Skills
- Clinical Expertise with foundational understanding of diseases, treatments, and patient data interpretation
- Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Accurate Documentation, Medical Recordkeeping
- Regulatory Knowledge
- Complex Problem Solving
- 3 years clinical skills experience
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- RN, Florida Board of Nursing, Multistate RN9592342
- RN, Georgia Board of Nursing, RN199496
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Cornerstone Hospice/Chapters Health
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Case Manager
VITAS Healthcare
12.2022 - 11.2023
Registered Nurse
Ocala Health And Rehab
11.2022 - 01.2023
RN Medical Reviewer III, Appeals
Palmetto GBA
02.2013 - 11.2022
RN Case Manager
Heartland Hospice
08.2011 - 02.2013
RN Palliative Care/Med-Surg
University Hospital
02.2010 - 08.2011
RN Oncology
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
09.2008 - 03.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Brenau University