Maria McKinney
Marion,North Carolina
Summary
Experienced and dedicated registered nurse with a strong background in various healthcare settings, including hospice case management, diabetes coordination and education, emergency department case management, emergency care, psychiatric care, and acute care. Possessing essential certifications such as BLS, ACLS, PALS, CCM, and medical surgical certification. Well-equipped to handle diverse medical situations. Known for excellent communication and time management skills. Consistently delivers accurate and efficient care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Case Manager
Carolina Caring Palliative and Hospice
07.2024 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
- Achieved positive client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
Diabetes Coordinator and Educator
Frye Regional Medical Center
03.2023 - 07.2024
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.
Emergency Department Case Management
UNC Health Care Blue Ridge
04.2020 - 03.2023
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate client care and reduce case management barriers.
- Created care plans that addressed clinical and financial challenges, family requirements and facilitated patient quality of life.
- Leveraged case management tools and conflict management techniques to help interdisciplinary teams achieve optimal outcomes.
- Fostered professional networks and relationships with service and resource providers to promote continuity and quality of care for clients.
Detox Nurse
JFK ADATC
04.2018 - 03.2020
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Acute Care RN
Mission Hospital McDowell
09.2013 - 03.2018
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess, plan and implement evidence-based patient care.
- Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to deliver optimal patient outcomes..
- Documented work in hospital system and updated patients' charts with orders and observations.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Broughton Hospital
08.2010 - 08.2013
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.
Emergency Department RN
Frye Regional Medical Center
07.2008 - 07.2010
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions..
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Informatics
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lenoir-Rhyne University
Hickory, NC05.2008
Skills
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Assessment Skills
- Education and Communication Leadership
- Implementation Planning
- Health Management Information Systems
- Health Needs Education
- Clinical Quality Program Standards
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Organization and multitasking
- Active listening
- Documentation and reporting
Certification
CDCES Certification: May 2023
Case Management Certification CCM: October 2022
Medical-Surgical Certification: August 2014 - current
Basic Life Support (BLS) June 2006 - current
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS): July 2008 - current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS): July 2008 - current
Languages
American Sign Language
Limited Working
Timeline
Case Manager
Carolina Caring Palliative and Hospice
07.2024 - Current
Diabetes Coordinator and Educator
Frye Regional Medical Center
03.2023 - 07.2024
Emergency Department Case Management
UNC Health Care Blue Ridge
04.2020 - 03.2023
Detox Nurse
JFK ADATC
04.2018 - 03.2020
Acute Care RN
Mission Hospital McDowell
09.2013 - 03.2018
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Broughton Hospital
08.2010 - 08.2013
Emergency Department RN
Frye Regional Medical Center
07.2008 - 07.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lenoir-Rhyne University
Master of Science - Nursing Informatics
Western Governors University
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