Melinda Colon
Burlington,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Lead Care Manager RN with a proven track record at Accolade, adept in care planning and interdisciplinary collaboration. Achieved a 98% quality assurance score while managing high-acuity cases and mentoring new hires. Skilled in holistic care and patient assessment, ensuring optimal outcomes for members throughout their maternity journey.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Care Manager RN
Accolade
01.2021 - Current
- Managed caseload of 75 members in company-sponsored maternity program, ensuring comprehensive support throughout pregnancy.
- Developed and monitored individualized care plans with measurable goals tailored to each member's unique needs during pregnancy.
- Used nursing judgment to initiate appropriate triage pathway to assess symptoms and guide member for the appropriate level of care.
- Presented high-acuity cases in interdisciplinary rounds, collaborating with Medical Director, Pharmacy Director, Behavioral Health Specialist, Registered Dietitian, and Social Worker to optimize care.
- Maintained 98% monthly quality assurance score.
- Provided mentorship to new hires to enhance their skills and integration into the team.
Staff RN
Jefferson Einstein Hospital
12.2007 - 06.2021
- Provided holistic care through assessment, care planning, evaluation, and education for high-risk antepartum and postpartum patients, ensuring comprehensive support during critical periods.
- Oversaw patient care in high-risk OB/GYN unit, ensuring safety and quality of care for vulnerable patients.
- Managed patient care in postpartum unit
- Coordinated care in labor and delivery unit
- Completed staffing assignments and resolved unit issues while collaborating with leadership as charge nurse, fostering a cohesive team environment.
- Led the Nursing Governance Committee.
Staff RN
Chestnut Hill Hospital
08.2006 - 12.2007
- Monitored cardiac patients in telemetry unit, ensuring timely interventions and continuity of care.
- Delivered holistic care and education to cardiac patients in progressive step-down unit, enhancing patient understanding and recovery.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans.
- Provided direct patient care in various clinical settings.
Education
BSN -
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL08-2020
ASN -
Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA05-2006
Skills
- Case management
- Care planning
- Patient assessment
- Quality assurance
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient advocacy
- Holistic care
Certification
New Jersey Compact Nursing License
Accomplishments
- Chair of Nursing Shared Governance Committee
- RN Excellence Award for Imminent Delivery Project
- RN Excellence Award for Breastfeeding Education
Timeline
Lead Care Manager RN
Accolade
01.2021 - Current
Staff RN
Jefferson Einstein Hospital
12.2007 - 06.2021
Staff RN
Chestnut Hill Hospital
08.2006 - 12.2007
BSN -
Chamberlain College of Nursing
ASN -
Thomas Jefferson University