Registered nurse with extensive ICU and Emergency Room experience, specializing in clinical assessment and documentation review. Proven ability to analyze patient data, ensuring medical necessity and optimizing care outcomes. Experienced in navigating workers' compensation claims and insurance processes. Transitioning into utilization review to enhance quality and cost-effective patient care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Methodist Hospital (Alamo Heights)
San Antonio
07.2025 - Current
Evaluated patient conditions and clinical data to facilitate timely, evidence-based care decisions in high acuity ER setting
Collaborated with physicians and case management to optimize patient care and resource utilization
Documented patient status, interventions, and outcomes to ensure compliance with regulatory and hospital standards
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Methodist Hospital (Main Campus)
San Antonio
07.2023 - 07.2025
Analyzed complex patient data, lab results, and clinical trends to identify changes in condition and support medical decision making
Applied critical thinking to determine appropriateness of interventions and escalation of care
Coordinated multidisciplinary care planning to optimize patient outcomes and resource utilization
Workers Compensation Certified Medical Assistant
Hendrick Clinic Early
Early
05.2020 - 05.2023
Managed workers compensation claims to ensure compliance with insurance guidelines and achieve timely case resolutions
Reviewed medical documentation for accuracy, completeness, and eligibility to secure coverage
Coordinated with providers and insurers to facilitate authorization and streamline claims processing
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Howard Payne University
Brownwood, TX
05-2023
Skills
Medical Necessity Evaluation
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Critical Care Assessments
Insurance & Workers Compensation Claims
Community Service
Texas Public Health Association Education Conference Participant, 2023
"Be The Match" Bone Marrow Drive Coordinator, 2022
Guest Speaker at annual Nurse Pinning Ceremony at Howard Payne University, 2024