MARIA BATTAGLIA
Cary,IL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse Case Manager with progressive career history in case management/care coordination in a fast-paced environment. Proven to utilize emotional intelligence under pressure and skillfully handle complex patient circumstances in high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients, families and team through transparent communication, respectful attitude and excellent professional manner. Works effectively with all levels of healthcare providers, physicians and administrators to address patient needs.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Case Manager, Manager
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
11.2011 - 10.2023
- Collaborated with patients/families and interdisciplinary team in identifying patient goals and needs to determine safe plan of care.
- Utilized first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patient's identified goals of care.
- Utilized professional network for post acute referral purposes.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Led team in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Registered Nurse Care Coordinator
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
07.2002 - 11.2011
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to post acute providers for continued care.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to providers, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on Medicare benefits.
- Reviewed clinical documents for Utilization Review purposes and submitted clinical to insurance companies.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
04.1993 - 07.2002
- Facilitated and coordinated plan of care collaboratively among interdisciplinary team.
- Accountable for care coordination, managing resources, utilization review and discharge planning for a twenty four bed neurology unit.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans.
Registered Nurse
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
01.1989 - 04.1993
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing neurological conditions.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after reviewing with physicians/residents.
- Care included assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation of prescribed treatments and medication administration.
- Promoted to Nurse Clinician II, included charge nurse responsibilities.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Americana Health Care Center
05.1986 - 12.1988
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs in collaboration with LPN and RN.
- Promoted as obtained licensure for Licensed Practical Nurse, and then to Registered Nurse.
Education
Master of Science - Health Administration
University of St. Francis
Joliet, ILBachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, ILAssociate of Applied Science - Nursing
William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, ILSkills
- Critical Thinking
- Effective Communication
- Emotional Intelligence
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Knowledgeable of Post Acute Resources
Certification
Accredited Case Manager-RN
Expires 12/3/2025
American Case Management Association
Timeline
Nurse Case Manager, Manager
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
11.2011 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse Care Coordinator
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
07.2002 - 11.2011
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
04.1993 - 07.2002
Registered Nurse
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
01.1989 - 04.1993
Certified Nurse Assistant
Americana Health Care Center
05.1986 - 12.1988
Master of Science - Health Administration
University of St. Francis
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Illinois University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
William Rainey Harper College
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