Meghan Johnson
Simsbury
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional of 24 years with a strong background in case management and patient care. Skilled in developing care plans, coordinating with interdisciplinary teams, and navigating healthcare systems to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Valued for adaptability, teamwork, and focus on achieving results in fast-paced environments. Highly dependable with compassionate approach to patient advocacy and support.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Nurse Case Manager
Genex
08.2022 - Current
- Works with injured workers to coordinate medical care, facilitate communication between all parties involved in the claim, and help ensure that the injured worker receives the appropriate medical treatment.
- Attends office visits with the injured worker and the provider to discuss treatment plans and return-to-work goals. Assists in coordinating care directed by the provider to achieve these return-to-work goals in a timely manner.
- Monitors the progress of the injured worker, adjusting care plans based on ongoing evaluations and feedback.
- Educates patients and families on chronic disease management, preventive health practices, and pre- and post-operative care.
- Increases referral rates by providing excellent service and building meaningful relationships with adjusters, employers, providers, and injured workers.
- Optimized resource utilization by identifying opportunities for cost savings through all network vendors, negotiating lower rates for service.
Labor and Delivery RN
Bristol Hospital
01.2003 - 08.2022
- Provided direct patient care during labor and delivery, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs to assess labor progress.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized birth plans for patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes during delivery.
- Educated families on postpartum care and newborn health practices.
- Mentored junior nurses in labor support techniques and emergency response protocols.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare providers to enhance workflow efficiency in the delivery unit.
- Worked as the charge RN on the unit, delegating effectively while providing excellent care and outcomes.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Charlotte Hungerford Hospital
01.2002 - 12.2002
- Cared for all pediatric ages. Reported assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals.
- Initiated emergency resuscitative measures according to resuscitation and pediatric advanced life support protocols. PALS certified
- Facilitated medication management and monitored patients for side effects.
- Completed initial and comprehensive ongoing patient and family assessments to determine healthcare needs while in the hospital and in the home setting.
- Cared for overflow post-op adult patients and outpatient IV infusions.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Yale New Haven Hospital
09.2001 - 12.2001
- Worked in the infant/toddler and respiratory intensive care unit as a pediatric nurse. Provided patient assessment, medication administration, and education. Worked with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate patient wellness and growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Villanova University
Villanova, PA05.2001
Skills
- Effective communication skills
- Effective time management
- Collaborative team player
- Optimistic mindset
- Compassionate support
- Proficient in NRP, BLS, and STABLE certifications
- Certified SCRUB professional
- Case evaluation
- Medical documentation
- Care coordination
- Multitasking
- Strong clinical judgment
- Goal setting
- Professionalism
- Written communication
- Patient counseling
Timeline
Field Nurse Case Manager
Genex
08.2022 - Current
Labor and Delivery RN
Bristol Hospital
01.2003 - 08.2022
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Charlotte Hungerford Hospital
01.2002 - 12.2002
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Yale New Haven Hospital
09.2001 - 12.2001
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Villanova University
Education and Training
STABLE, NRP, CPR, SCRUB certified, Unity