Lori Vinesett
Lawndale,NC
Summary
Compassionate Hospice Admission Nurse with a proven track record at Via Hospice, enhancing patient care through effective clinical assessments and interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in optimizing resource allocation and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, I have successfully reduced readmission rates while providing empathetic support to families during critical transitions.
Experienced with patient assessments and admissions in hospice care. Utilizes compassionate communication to support patients and families. Track record of coordinating care plans and ensuring smooth transitions into hospice services.
Hospice care professional with strong clinical assessment skills and deep understanding of patient and family needs. Proven track record in providing compassionate care and managing complex cases with focus on dignity and comfort. Exceptional at team collaboration and adapting to changing healthcare environments. Known for reliability, empathy, and effective communication in high-stress situations.
Experienced Hospice Nurse with background in home and institutional care. Works gently with patients and family to provide comfort and palliative care. Supports family with extensive resources and information concerning end-of-life events and expectations. Maintains round-the-clock availability to patients and families.
Well-rounded and personable Hospice Nurse determined to give patients superior level of care while ensuring dignity. Proudly offering more than 25 years' expertise in nursing field.
Smart and attentive Hospice Nurse gifted in calming both patients and caregivers through dynamic listening and interpersonal skills. Considered valuable asset in helping to manage pain and patients' needs.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospice Admission Nurse
Via Hospice
10.2023 - 04.2025
- Collaborated with physicians, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to expedite appropriate hospice referrals and admissions.
- Improved patient admission process by efficiently conducting initial assessments and obtaining necessary medical information.
- Demonstrated exceptional clinical judgement when evaluating appropriateness for hospice services based on Medicare guidelines and individual patient needs.
- Optimized resource allocation by working closely with case managers to determine appropriate levels of care based on patients'' needs and clinical factors.
- Maintained accurate documentation of admission assessments, individualized care plans, and ongoing updates in electronic health records.
- Reduced readmission rates by collaborating closely with hospital discharge planners to ensure proper placement of patients into hospice care settings.
- Streamlined communication with interdisciplinary team members for seamless care coordination during hospice admissions.
- Enhanced the hospice''s reputation for quality care by adhering to strict ethical standards and maintaining patient confidentiality during admissions processes.
- Increased awareness of hospice benefits among patients, families, and healthcare professionals through educational presentations and community outreach efforts.
- Promoted a positive work environment by actively participating in staff meetings, trainings, and continuing education opportunities.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between hospital discharge and hospice admission by establishing strong relationships with local hospitals and healthcare providers.
- Expedited medication delivery for incoming patients by coordinating with pharmacy partners on prescription orders upon admission assessment completion.
- Contributed to the continuous improvement of hospice admission processes through consistent feedback and collaboration with management.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by keeping informed of relevant hospice admission policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Provided compassionate support to families in crisis situations, guiding them through complex decision-making regarding their loved ones'' end-of-life care options.
- Developed tailored interventions for each patient''s unique end-of-life journey through thorough evaluation of their goals of care preferences during the admissions consultation phase.
- Ensured timely initiation of hospice services by effectively managing caseloads and promptly addressing urgent admissions requests.
- Provided comprehensive symptom management recommendations upon assessing newly admitted patients'' physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs.
- Enhanced patient experience by providing compassionate support and education to patients and families throughout the admission process.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
- Established hospice care services for elderly and disabled patients.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Case Manager
Atrium Health At Home
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
- Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
- Achieved positive client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
- Advocated for client rights when interacting with external agencies or institutions, ensuring fair treatment at all times.
- Contributed to team discussions and case conferences actively, sharing insights and expertise with colleagues to optimize client support strategies.
- Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address client needs and formulate tailored support strategies.
- Fostered open lines of communication with clients'' families and support networks, involving them in the case management process as appropriate.
- Participated in regular professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of case management.
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists, and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
Case Manager
Centerwell Home Health
03.2006 - 10.2019
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
- Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
- Achieved positive client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
- Advocated for client rights when interacting with external agencies or institutions, ensuring fair treatment at all times.
- Provided crisis intervention support for clients experiencing emergencies, using appropriate techniques to de-escalate situations safely.
- Contributed to team discussions and case conferences actively, sharing insights and expertise with colleagues to optimize client support strategies.
- Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address client needs and formulate tailored support strategies.
- Improved client satisfaction by efficiently addressing concerns or grievances in a timely manner.
- Assisted clients in setting achievable goals while providing ongoing encouragement and support throughout the process of reaching those objectives.
- Coordinated essential services for clients, resulting in improved overall well-being and selfsufficiency.
- Monitored clients' progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions.
- Fostered open lines of communication with clients'' families and support networks, involving them in the case management process as appropriate.
- Participated in regular professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of case management.
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists, and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
- Strengthened relationships with community organizations to increase access to supportive resources for clients in need.
- Facilitated successful transitions between levels of care by developing detailed discharge plans and coordinating resources.
- Promoted a safe environment for vulnerable populations by reporting suspected abuse or neglect.
- Improved client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case plans tailored to individual needs.
- Analyzed case outcomes to identify trends and areas for improvement, driving continuous service enhancement.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to ensure clients had access to necessary medical services, enhancing their overall well-being.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Gaston College
Dallas, NC05-2020
Skills
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Empathy and sensitivity
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient safety
- Compassionate care
- Clinical documentation
- Emotional support
- Care planning
- Family education
- Oxygen therapy
- End-of-life support
- Continuity of care
- Hospice philosophy
- Home care coordination
- Symptom management
- Clinical assessment
- End-of-life care
- Medication administration
- Patient care plans
- Pain control
- Physician communication
- Hospice care
- EMR updating
- Admissions support
- Hospice of NC guidelines
- Medication and IV administration
- Excellent communication
- Strong clinical judgment
- Direct patient care
- Active listening
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Monitoring vital signs
- Physical assessment
- Vitals monitoring
- Clear patient communication
- Wound care
- Microsoft office
- Pain management
- Safety protocols
- Infection control
Certification
- Certified Wound Treatment Associate
- Certified Ostomy Care Associate,
Timeline
Hospice Admission Nurse
Via Hospice
10.2023 - 04.2025
Case Manager
Atrium Health At Home
10.2019 - 05.2021
Case Manager
Centerwell Home Health
03.2006 - 10.2019
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Gaston College
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