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Manuela (Ela) Jensen

Springville

Summary

Accomplished Oncology Nurse Navigator at HCA- Timpanogos Regional Hospital, I excel in care coordination and psychosocial support, significantly enhancing patient adherence to treatment plans. My expertise in cancer care and interdisciplinary collaboration has streamlined patient care processes, demonstrating a profound impact on patient outcomes and satisfaction.

As an RN who has been working in the health care industry for many years, in various capacities, I feel that I am qualified to help guide patients back to their fullest health potential.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Oncology Nurse Navigator

HCA- Timpanogos Regional Hospital
04.2017 - Current

I work with newly diagnosed cancer patients, helping them to remove potential barriers to care, assisting them with next steps in their treatment, making appointments for them, providing education and support for them.

  • Provided timely referrals to appropriate specialists or support services when necessary for comprehensive patient care.
  • Served as a liaison between patients, families, healthcare providers, insurance companies, and community resources to ensure seamless coordination of care.
  • Increased patient adherence to treatment plans by building strong rapport and trust with patients and their families.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans that addressed each patient''s unique needs.

Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager

Encompass Home Health
01.2013 - 11.2020
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines when administering medications or performing treatments/procedures ensuring optimal safety and efficacy.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Supported family caregivers through education, resources, and emotional support during challenging times.
  • Strengthened patient adherence to prescribed medications and treatments by providing clear instructions and addressing any concerns or barriers.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, social, and environmental needs to develop individualized care plans.

Nursing House Supervisor

Timpanogos Regional Hospital
01.1998 - 04.2017
  • Served as a liaison between hospital administration and nursing staff, advocating for improvements that positively impacted patient care delivery.
  • Exemplified strong leadership skills by serving as a mentor for new nursing staff members, providing guidance and support throughout their onboarding process.
  • Streamlined communication between departments for better patient care and timely treatment.
  • Promoted a safe working environment for nursing staff by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines.

Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager

Alpine Home Care
05.2003 - 01.2012
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Developed strong relationships with primary care providers to facilitate seamless coordination of care for patients transitioning from hospital or rehabilitation settings back into the community setting.
  • Supported family caregivers through education, resources, and emotional support during challenging times.

Medical/Surgical Staff Nurse

Mountain View Hospital
02.1985 - 01.1998
  • Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
  • Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
  • Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
  • Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
  • Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
  • Recorded and measured patients' weight, temperature, respiration, and blood pressure.
  • Educated patients and families on illnesses, medications and treatment plans.
  • Assessed patient status during procedures to communicate abnormalities to physicians.
  • Effectively communicated with physicians regarding critical lab values or concerning assessment findings initiating prompt intervention.

Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager

Harmony Home Health
03.1990 - 01.1992
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines when administering medications or performing treatments/procedures ensuring optimal safety and efficacy.
  • Developed strong relationships with primary care providers to facilitate seamless coordination of care for patients transitioning from hospital or rehabilitation settings back into the community setting.
  • Supported family caregivers through education, resources, and emotional support during challenging times.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice

University of Phoenix
Salt Lake City, UT
05.2003

Associate of Science - Nursing

Weber State University
Ogden, UT
12.1984

High School Diploma -

Hillcrest HIgh School
Midvale, UT
05.1980

Skills

  • Psychosocial Support
  • Care Coordination
  • Palliative Care
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Cancer care expertise

Certification

CBCN: Certified Breast Care Nurse

MS Certification- Certified Medical/Surgical Nurse

Languages

German
Limited Working

Timeline

Oncology Nurse Navigator

HCA- Timpanogos Regional Hospital
04.2017 - Current

Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager

Encompass Home Health
01.2013 - 11.2020

Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager

Alpine Home Care
05.2003 - 01.2012

Nursing House Supervisor

Timpanogos Regional Hospital
01.1998 - 04.2017

Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager

Harmony Home Health
03.1990 - 01.1992

Medical/Surgical Staff Nurse

Mountain View Hospital
02.1985 - 01.1998

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice

University of Phoenix

Associate of Science - Nursing

Weber State University

High School Diploma -

Hillcrest HIgh School
Manuela (Ela) Jensen