Amanda Skelton
Derby,KS
Summary
Dedicated Hospice Case Manager with expertise in patient care coordination, interdisciplinary collaboration, and compassionate care. Proven ability to develop educational materials and facilitate communication, ensuring personalized end-of-life services.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospice Case Manager
Phoenix Home Care and Hospice
Wichita, Kansas
12.2016 - Current
- Assessed patient needs and preferences to ensure personalized hospice services.
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams and family members.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Facilitated communication between families and health care teams to ensure continuity of care.
- Educated families on end-of-life care options and available resources.
- Monitored and documented patient progress using electronic health records systems.
- Trained new staff on hospice procedures and best practices for case management.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Wesley Woodlawn Hospital and ER
Wichita, Kansas
09.2015 - 05.2017
- Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to medical staff.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Assisted in patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on unit protocols and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS 08.2011 - 06.2015
Skills
- patient care coordination
- Hospice education
- interdisciplinary collaboration
- electronic health records
- staff training and development
- critical thinking
- Compassionate care
Accomplishments
- Wichita Business Journal Heathcare Hero 2022.
Timeline
Hospice Case Manager
Phoenix Home Care and Hospice
12.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Wesley Woodlawn Hospital and ER
09.2015 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wichita State University
08.2011 - 06.2015