Compassionate and experienced registered nurse with strong foundation in home health case management. Proven ability to develop and implement patient care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes while providing excellent care. Team-oriented and adaptable, with effective communication and problem-solving skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health RN Case Manager/Travel Registered Nurse
Core Medical Group, LHC Destination Travel, Supplemental Health Care
01.2022 - Current
Have successfully completed travel/local contracts in Dayton OH, Nashville TN, Grand Rapids MN, Aurora CO, Rutland VT, Fort Myers FL and Fargo ND.
Ability to work well in new environments and have excellent time management, communication and critical thinking skills.
Have received advanced OASIS documentation training and exceed company expectations on care planning and documentation.
Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to develop individualized care plans with patient centered goals. Provided necessary follow up and collaboration with care team to decrease percentage of patients returning to hospital setting.
Highly skilled in wound care including negative pressure therapy systems, ostomy teaching and central line IV therapy in the home setting.
Home Health RN Case Manager
Graceworks At Home
10.2018 - 11.2022
Case Manager for residents at large senior living community as well as surrounding Dayton area.
Received praise on excellent level of care provided as well as maintained close relationship with Amanda Nichols NP who referred client base to be seen under my care.
Educated patients and families on health management strategies and medication adherence and was recognized by state surveyor for outstanding medication reconciliation and patient teaching.
Home Health RN Case Manager
Home Care By Black Stone
02.2014 - 10.2018
Provided care to large VA client base. Worked closely with VA liaisons to coordinate services needed to improve patient outcomes and safety in home environments.
Served as preceptor to new nurses at agency. Created educational folder in collaboration with management to improve retention rates and employee satisfaction.
Hospice Nurse
Acclaim Hospice
07.2012 - 12.2013
RN case manager for end of life and palliative care patients in home and assisted living settings.
Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient treatment strategies and enhance hospice services. Educated patients and families on advanced directives and care plans motivated to meet patient comfort goals.
Received advanced training in pain management and palliative care.
Provided compassionate care and close communication with families to initiate bedside nursing care when needed for patients transition to end of life.
RN Floor Nurse/Bariatric Surgery
Miami Valley Hospital
01.2011 - 07.2012
Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal care and safety. Trained in care for post op bariatric patients and complications.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
Educated patients and families on treatment protocols, enhancing understanding and compliance.
Mentored student nurses, fostering skill development and adherence to clinical best practices.
Utilized Epic to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
Education
Nursing
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH
12-2010
Skills
Strong communication skills
Compassionate patient care
Clinical assessment
Patient and family education
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Chronic disease management
Infection control practices
OASIS proficiency
Wound care management
Home health documentation
Geriatric nursing experience
Patient assessments
End-of-life care
Certification
Licensed OH multi-state #366944
Licensed MN #2512821
Timeline
Home Health RN Case Manager/Travel Registered Nurse
Core Medical Group, LHC Destination Travel, Supplemental Health Care