Mary Witherspoon
Oak Forest,Illinois
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
American Red Cross of Greater Chicago Volunteer
03.2021 - Current
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with patient's healthcare provider and pharmacy to ensure medication replacement following disaster situation.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations of 40-60 clients living in shelters following disaster situations.
Registered Nurse Case Manager, Hospice
Journey Care Hospice
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each 16 hospice patient per week while following physician instructions.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Mckesson Corporation
08.2014 - 12.2016
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Managed approximately 30 calls and emails and responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
- Prepared clinical notes and updates for review by primary physician.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Advanced Resources Staffing Agency
08.2013 - 08.2014
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources for 12-16 patients per day and connected them to optimal providers and care.
- Performed evaluations on consistent basis to address changes in patient needs, conditions and medications, altering care plans when required.
- Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
Education
Master of Science - Public Health
Chicago State University
Chicago, IL12-2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chicago State University
Chicago, IL05-2005
Skills
- Culturally sensitive
- Medical assessment
- Care Planning
- Lab result interpretation
- Data Collection
- Chronic Disease Management
- Electronic Health Records Management
- IV management
- Nursing staff leadership
- Clinical judgment
- Family planning services education
- Care Plan Development
Certification
Basic Life Support/ American Heart Association
Timeline
Registered Nurse Case Manager, Hospice
Journey Care Hospice
08.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse
American Red Cross of Greater Chicago Volunteer
03.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Mckesson Corporation
08.2014 - 12.2016
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Advanced Resources Staffing Agency
08.2013 - 08.2014
Basic Life Support/ American Heart Association
Master of Science - Public Health
Chicago State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chicago State University
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