Maranda Kearse
Maquoketa,IA
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise of two decades, quality assurance/compliance and technical knowledge. Proficient in reviewing medical records, writing documents for merit and working with legal counsel to relay medical knowledge in easily understandable formats. Quality-driven with efficient and timely results.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Nurse Consultant
Aequitas Consulting LLC
Maquoketa, IA
02.2021 - Current
- Conducted medical research to facilitate ongoing cases and legal investigations into personal injury and workman's compensation.
- Provided legal team and clients with information and definitions for medical terminology.
- Assessed damages and formulated opinions on liability based on research findings.
- Attended depositions involving healthcare providers and witnesses involved in the case at hand.
- Developed case summaries for attorneys to use as evidence during trial.
- Evaluated claims of alleged malpractice and negligence based upon established criteria.
- Provided expert testimony in legal proceedings regarding medical negligence cases.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop effective strategies for presenting complex medical concepts in an understandable manner during trials.
- Collected medical records and evidence to organize case information for lawyers.
- Researched relevant statutes, regulations, court decisions, and other legal materials related to medical malpractice claims.
- Reviewed medical records to identify patient care issues and evaluate the quality of care provided.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Analyzed medical data to determine if there was a deviation from accepted standards of care.
- Served as an expert witness at hearings and trials involving issues of healthcare negligence or malpractice.
Registered Nurse
LTC and Acute Care in Iowa, Illinois and Idaho
05.2005 - Current
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southeastern Community College
West Burlington, IA05.2005
Skills
- Case Review
- Quality Control
- Report Analysis
- Risk Evaluation
- Documentation
- Infection Control
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Nursing Consultation
- Care Coordination
- Chronic Disease Management
- Attention to Detail
- ICD-10
- Treatment Recommendations
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Certification
- Infection Preventionist Certification
- Legal Nurse Consulting Certification
- Medicare Set-Aside Certification
Timeline
Legal Nurse Consultant
Aequitas Consulting LLC
02.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
LTC and Acute Care in Iowa, Illinois and Idaho
05.2005 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southeastern Community College
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