Lisa Sprague, AGNP-C
Palmetto
Summary
Currently a Hospice RN Case Manager with Empath Health with 13 years of experience in chronic disease management and end of life care. This included home and facility visits. Concurrently managing a caseload of patients, taking call for emergencies and death visits and in admissions using medicare guidelines to determine if patient terminally ill. Expertly coordinated complex cases, enhancing patient outcomes through a multidisciplinary team approach. Recognized for compassionate care and effective communication, fostering resilience in patients facing challenging health decisions. Recently graduated from Masters in Nursing. Obtained Adult Geriatric Primary Care Certification. I am currently looking to expand my nursing role. Especially enjoy working with Geriatric population and palliative care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Case Manager
Empath Health
08.2013 - Current
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
Registered Nurse
Sarasota County School District
12.2011 - 05.2013
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Registered Nurse Medical Surgical Acute Care
South Shore Hospital
06.2007 - 10.2011
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Education
Master of Science - Adult Geriatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Massachusetts, Boston
Boston, MA05.2007
Skills
- Chronic disease management
- End of life care management
- Multidisciplinary approach
- Speak and understand Spanish
Additional Information
Adult Geriatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Certification #AG10250055
Active State of Florida RN License #RN9332133.
Active Multistate RN License.
Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse National Certification.
Current BLS
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Empath Health
08.2013 - Current
Registered Nurse
Sarasota County School District
12.2011 - 05.2013
Registered Nurse Medical Surgical Acute Care
South Shore Hospital
06.2007 - 10.2011
Master of Science - Adult Geriatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
University of Cincinnati
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Massachusetts, Boston