Lori Pierson

Reviewed with patient and family Hospice Guideline/Qualifications and Conditions of participation at the Time of Admission.

*Reviewed pts medication regime, updating list, reviewing comfort kit, providing education for patient and family in regards to use of comfort mediations.

*Performed a thorough Physical Assessment to reflect pts baseline status at the time of Admission, including FAST Score, PPS and Scores

• Provided case management services including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral and monitoring of families.
• Maintained up-to-date case records with case activity status.
• Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
• Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
• Utilized effective interpersonal, writing and active listening skills to build and cultivate positive relationships with patients, caregivers and physicians.
• Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.

*Reviewed with patient and family Hospice Guideline/Qualifications and Conditions of participation at the Time of Admission.

*Reviewed pts medication regime, updating list, reviewing comfort kit, providing education for patient and family in regards to use of comfort mediations.

*Performed a thorough Physical Assessment to reflect pts baseline status at the time of Admission, including FAST Score, PPS and Karnofsky Scores

• Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
• Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
• Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
• Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.

*Reviewed with patient and family Hospice Guideline/Qualifications and Conditions of participation at the Time of Admission.

*Reviewed pts medication regime, updating list, reviewing comfort kit, providing education for patient and family in regards to use of comfort mediations.

*Performed a thorough Physical Assessment to reflect pts baseline status at the time of Admission, including FAST Score, PPS and Scores

• Provided case management services including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral and monitoring of families.
• Maintained up-to-date case records with case activity status.
• Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
• Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
• Utilized effective interpersonal, writing and active listening skills to build and cultivate positive relationships with patients, caregivers and physicians.
• Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.

• Created and applied tailored care plans that would meet each patient's individualized needs.
• Delivered respectful, compassionate care to each patient and family through dedicated listening, kind words as a Hospice Case manager.
• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
• Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
• Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
• Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.

• Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
• Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
• Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
• Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
• Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
• Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
• Documented nursing intervention and patient and family responses accurately and in compliance with hospital policies.
• Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
• Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
• Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
• Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
• Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
• Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
• Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.

• Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
• Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
• Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
• Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
• Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
• Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
• Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.