McKenzie Hebert
North Adams,MA
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in analyzing charts, coordinating care and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven, detail-oriented, and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oncology Nurse Navigator
Berkshire Health Systems
Pittsfield , MA
12.2023 - Current
- Provided emotional support and education to patients diagnosed with cancer and their families.
- Coordinated communication between the multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals involved in a patient's care.
- Developed educational materials to educate patients about oncology treatments and side effects.
- Identified barriers preventing timely access to quality cancer care.
RN Case Manager
Berkshire Health Systems -
Pittsfield , MA
02.2021 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with physicians, social workers, families, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients.
- Determined and coordinated appropriate level of care per Interqual and physician review process.
- Conducted reviews of inpatient utilization for compliance with admission criteria and concurrent review requirements.
- Facilitated referrals for specialized services such as SNF, STR, VNA or hospice care when needed.
- Assessed and reviewed patients for discharge planning and integrated services for patients requiring home care, home infusion and DME.
- Promoted continuity of care by advocating for patients within the healthcare system.
- Identified potential risks related to medication use or inadequate follow up care after discharge from the hospital.
- Coordinated discharge planning with multidisciplinary teams ensuring safe transitions back into the community.
Acute Care Oncology Staff Nurse
Berkshire Health Systems
Pittsfield , MA
05.2017 - 02.2021
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Conducted patient education on medical treatments and procedures.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Provided emotional support to patients and family members during difficult times.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Utilized Meditech EMR to store patient information securely.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, MA01-2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Berkshire Community College
Pittsfield, MA06-2016
Skills
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Care Coordination
- Clinical Documentation
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Self Motivation
- Analytical Skills
- Multitasking
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Certification
- Massachusetts Registered Nurse License #: RN2310985 EXP: 11/25/2024
- Certified Case Manager (CCM) #4263016 EXP 5/31/28
Timeline
Oncology Nurse Navigator
Berkshire Health Systems
12.2023 - Current
RN Case Manager
Berkshire Health Systems -
02.2021 - 08.2023
Acute Care Oncology Staff Nurse
Berkshire Health Systems
05.2017 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Associate of Science - Nursing
Berkshire Community College
- Massachusetts Registered Nurse License #: RN2310985 EXP: 11/25/2024
- Certified Case Manager (CCM) #4263016 EXP 5/31/28
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