Mary Anne Kan

Coordinates and monitors patients through the hospitalization process utilizing physicians, primary care nurses, and third party payors to maintain quality care and fiscal responsibility..Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ medical, social, and psychological needs to develop individualized care plans. • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals, to ensure cohesive patient care. • Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as necessary to achieve optimal health outcomes. • Perform utilization reviews to ensure appropriate use of hospital resources and compliance with insurance requirements. • Advocate for patients’ needs and rights, ensuring access to necessary services and support. • Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding treatment plans, discharge planning, and community resources. • Delivered high-quality nursing care to patients in various departments, including medical-surgical, telemetry, and intensive care units. • Administered medications, performed treatments, and monitored patient conditions. • Collaborated with healthcare team members to create and implement individualized care plans. • Educated patients and their families on health conditions, treatment options, and preventive care. • Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and safety.

• Efficiently handle prior authorizations, referrals, and prescription management, ensuring compliance with insurance requirements and streamlining the process for patients. • Collaborate with healthcare team, providers, insurance companies, and pharmacy representatives to obtain necessary authorizations for medications, treatments, procedures to ensure seamless coordination of services. • Process and respond to prescription refill requests via fax, phone, or pharmacy, working with physicians to resolve refill discrepancies and ensure timely medication availability for patients. • Utilize electronic health record systems and clinical judgment to accurately document patient encounters, including authorization details, referral information, and prescription history.

• Conduct training programs and orientations for new nursing staff to ensure quality care provision. • Coordinate competency completion and facilitate ongoing education. • Assist in screening and hiring nursing staff to maintain adequate staffing levels. • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for staff credentialing and education by maintaining up-to-date employee files for education, training, and health records. • Participate in daily QAPI stand-up meetings to collaborate on individualized care plans and improve care delivery. • Support infection control initiatives for a safe and healthy environment. • Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing. Serve as a resource and mentor for nursing staff, providing guidance on complex cases and clinical procedures. • Assist with medication management, wound care, and other nursing interventions as needed. • Participate in the evaluation process of nursing staff, providing constructive feedback for growth and development. • Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among nursing staff, interdisciplinary team, and management as a liaison, ensuring smooth operations and timely issue resolutio

• Ensure accurate and smooth intake process of referrals received from various sources. Obtaining necessary documentation such as medical records, insurance information, and consent forms • Evaluate patient's eligibility based on specific criteria per policy and regulatory requirements to determine if patient meets admission to home health care. • Collaborate with the IDT to determine appropriate care services and coordinate the scheduling of visits, therapies and other necessary interventions for the patient. • Educate patient and family about the home health services, answering questions, and addressing concerns. Provide resources if needed. • Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans. • Maintain accurate documentation and records to ensure compliance with privacy and confidentiality regulations. • Liaising with referring healthcare providers, hospitals, and other organizations involved in the patient's care by providing updates on patient progress.

• Provided specialized care for patients with strokes, head traumas, comas, and intracranial hematomas. • Managed a caseload of 10 high-acuity clients, delivering education, treatments, IV therapy, venipuncture, and wound care. • Skillfully performed suture removals, promoting optimal healing and recovery. Conducted glucose testing and administered injections as needed. • Assumed primary care responsibilities, including case and medication management. • Maintained accurate documentation of assessments, treatments, vital signs medications, instructions, and follow-up care. • Utilized strong assessment skills to determine appropriate interventions. • Collaborated with Registered Nurses to ensure patients' well-being and safety. • Received commendation for upholding residents' safety, respect, and dignity. • Coordinated care plans with doctors and registered nurses for individualized patient needs.

• Triage and prioritize patient needs for timely care. • Administer IV therapy, medications, and treatments. • Assist physicians during procedures and ensure smooth patient flow. • Perform phlebotomy and conduct drug testing. • Skillfully remove sutures and promote wound healing. • Maintain accurate and confidential patient records. • Collaborate with Registered Nurses for comprehensive patient care. • Conduct patient assessments and measure vital signs. • Ensure instrument sterilization and proper supply management.