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Melanie Ruggiero

Jacksonville,FL

Summary


Accomplished Registered Nurse Case Manager with 18 + years of experience dedicating care for home care and long term care patients with Community Hospice of Northeast Florida. I skillfully blend hands-on skills with advanced background in both long term care and home settings. Work effectively with all levels of healthcare providers, physicians and administrators to address patient needs.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

RN Case Manager

Community Hospice Of Northeast Florida
Jacksonville, FL
07.2006 - Current
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Developed care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative nursing methods.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Educated patients and loved ones about different treatment options and outside care approaches to reduce burden on hospital resources.
  • Educated and supported home healthcare providers with training, guidance, mentoring and resources required to achieve objectives."

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MI
05.2003

Skills

  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Attention to Detail
  • Clear Patient Communication
  • Patient Care Assessment
  • Patient Care Oversight
  • Employee Supervision
  • Interdepartmental Functions Coordination
  • Critical Thinking

Timeline

RN Case Manager

Community Hospice Of Northeast Florida
07.2006 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Schoolcraft College

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