Lisa James
Bonaire,Ga
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with 15 years in Emergency settings, specializing in patient assessment, care coordination, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Expertise in clinical documentation, medical necessity, and payor communication enhances decision-making. Transitioning to Remote Utilization Review Role to apply clinical judgment and organizational skills.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
Emory University Hospital Midtown
Atlanta, Ga
03.2024 - 06.2026
- Neurosurgery-Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar, and Spinal Conditions Led coding team to ensure accurate data entry and documentation, enhancing patient record integrity., Guided team huddles to discuss patient care updates and priorities., Collected and documented vital signs to support informed treatment decisions and improve patient outcomes., Conducted nurse visits to assess patient health and deliver personalized care., Staple/Suture Removal, Processed FMLA forms to maintain regulatory compliance., Discharge patients, Discuss surgery Pre-op/Post op care with patients, respond to result notes, Rx request, patient calls,patient advise request, and staff messages for Dr Matthew Gary, Dr Gerald Rodts, Dr Daniel Refai, and Dr Juanmarco Gutierrez-Gonzalez.
- Delivered direct patient care and assessed health needs in diverse clinical settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
RN
AYA Healthcare
San Diego, CA
04.2022 - 03.2024
- Traveled to multiple states, including Florida, South Carolina, New Jersey, Alabama, and Georgia, providing nursing support in Emergency Departments, Urology, and Neurosurgery units.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, treatment options, and preventive care strategies.
RN
Atrium Navicent Health of Peach County
Byron, Ga
04.2011 - 03.2022
- Completed administrative and clinical rotations, performed phlebotomy, monitored vital signs, inserted IVs, conducted EKG/ECG tests, managed NG tubing, inserted Foley catheters, and administered medications to support patient care. Coordinated transport of patients to higher levels of care across multiple specialties including pediatrics, cardiology, OB/GYN, endocrinology, urology, gastroenterology, neurosurgery, stroke care, geriatrics, bariatrics, and mental health.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care strategies.
EMS
Peach County EMS
Fort Valley, Ga
06.1994 - 02.2022
- Lead Medic, scene safety lead. Assessed, treated, and transported medical and trauma patients to facilities, including those with stroke, cardiac arrest, and other emergencies. Administered cardiac and emergency medications, provided advanced cardiac life support, stabilized patients, splinted and immobilized fractures, established IV access, intubated, and delivered prehospital burn care.
- Established a safety-focused environment in the EMS team by following strict protocols and guidelines in all operations.
- Coordinated continuing education courses for current EMS personnel looking to expand their skill set or maintain certification requirements.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the EMS team through consistent compliance with established policies and protocols regarding patient handling techniques.
- Maintained compliance with all state and federal regulations governing EMS education programs, ensuring program accreditation and student eligibility for certification exams.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Albany State University
Albany, Ga12-2011
Paramedic Diploma - undefined
Central Georgia Technical College
Macon, Ga12-2003
Emergency Medical Technician
Middle Georgia Technical School
Warner Robins, Ga04-1994
Skills
- Clinical Documentation review
- Care Coordination
- Discharge Planning
- Medical Necessity Assessment
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- EMR Documentation
- PALS certification
- ACLS certification
- BLS certification
- TNCC certification
- Emergency Response
- Critical Thinking
- Quality Improvement
- Patient Education
- Clinical Mentorship
- Time Management
- Patient Advocacy
Timeline
RN
Emory University Hospital Midtown
03.2024 - 06.2026
RN
AYA Healthcare
04.2022 - 03.2024
RN
Atrium Navicent Health of Peach County
04.2011 - 03.2022
EMS
Peach County EMS
06.1994 - 02.2022
Paramedic Diploma - undefined
Central Georgia Technical College
Emergency Medical Technician
Middle Georgia Technical School
Associate Degree - Nursing
Albany State University