Driven Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience and success in leading initiatives to improve clinical documentation, clinical processes and nurses' clinical knowledge. Highly skilled in core quality measures, documentation requirements and patient health education guidelines. Seeking to leverage expertise and leadership in quality control or utilization review role. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Skills
Strong clinical judgment
Medication administration
Case management
Data entry
Oxygen saturation standards
Home care
Collecting vitals
Preventative health
Insulin medication assistance
Chronic disease management
Acute care expertise
Patient consultation
Patient and family advocacy
Tracheostomy care
Work History
Field Home Health RN
Remedy Home Health Care
06.2022 - 04.2023
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment
Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility
Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced environment
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others
Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic
Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
Paid attention to detail while completing assignments
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Staff Coordinator
Springtree Health & Rehab
12.2022 - 05.2023
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment
Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced environment
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement
Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
Paid attention to detail while completing assignments
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
Participated in team projects, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively
Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
RN Case Manager
Aetna Medicaid Administrators LLC
05.2019 - 12.2022
Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information
Applied nursing expertise to meet needs of Nursing Facility patients in challenging controlled environment
Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
Updated patient charts using Dynamo with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Registered Nurse Care Coordinator
AllyAlign Health Inc
06.2018 - 05.2019
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with a multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle management
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies
Observed and reported patients' condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document for future reference and review by other care team members
Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems
Fostered strong relationships with patients and colleagues, leveraging feedback and identifying opportunities to improve delivery and quality of care
Collaborated across disciplines to give every patient optimal care and support
Identified opportunities to improve processes and treatment, making recommendations to improve care and outcomes
Worked with patients, family, caregivers and primary care physicians to create individualized plans of care and coordinate care
Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Registered Nurse
Avante At Roanoke
02.2017 - 05.2018
Coordinated with outgoing and incoming charge nurses
Oriented new nurses and precepted student nurses, providing didactic and clinical instruction and tracking nurse progress to achieve training outcome goals
Partnered with attending physicians, nurses, techs and nursing assistants to create and coordinate plans of care, including imaging, labs, surgery, intensive care and medications
Acted as one of three nurses to facilitate conversion to computerized charting and manually input data from paper charts into new program
Assessed patients, ordered preliminary tests, and charted all changes, medications and issues
Managed the quality and delivery of care
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored response to treatments while working with healthcare teams to adjust careplans
Worked with multidisciplinary care teams to develop, initiate and manage patient care plans
Detected patient reactions, deteriorations and improvements and accurately reported results in patient records
Worked with physicians and administrators to educate patients on care issues such as discharge delays or equipment unavailability and postponed procedures
Effectively communicated with physicians to deliver information to patients on test results, treatment option and recommended procedures
Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care
Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring
Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging to provide comprehensive care to over 25 patients daily
Managed the patient discharge and admissions process
Promoted core measures in patient safety and satisfaction
Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician's orders and treatment plan
Mentored and provided clinical coaching to new nursing personnel
Conducted routine audits of medications and best practices to sustain quality and guideline standards
Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems
Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Lewis Gale Pavillion
08.2014 - 02.2017
Cared for patients in a 40-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients
Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes
Assisted over 15 patients per day while planning, monitoring and evaluating interdisciplinary care
Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined the severity of injuries and illnesses
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies
Worked with physicians and administrators to educate patients on care issues such as discharge delays or equipment unavailability and postponed procedures
Worked with physicians and administrators to educate patients on care issues such as discharge delays or equipment unavailability and postponed procedures
Worked with doctors to design specialized plans for patients after treatments
Provided comprehensive care to patients with inputting data-wide range of standards, including head traumas, intracranial hematomas, strokes, cardiac issues, addiction and multiple chronic diagnoses like COPD and asthma
Collaborated across disciplines to give every patient optimal care and support
Worked with patients, family, caregivers and primary care physicians to create individualized plans of care and coordinate care
Observed and reported patients' condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document for future reference and review by other care team members
Oversaw and managed 5 clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining high level of staff morale and professionalism
Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and compliance to best practices
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle management
Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging to provide comprehensive care to over 15 patients daily.
Registered Nurse, Field
Aya Healthcare
03.2013 - 06.2014
Provided comprehensive care to patients with inputting data-wide range of standards, including head traumas, intracranial hematomas, strokes, cardiac issues, addiction and multiple chronic diagnoses like COPD and asthma
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns
Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging to provide comprehensive care to over 9 patients daily
Worked with physicians and administrators to educate patients on care issues such as discharge delays or equipment unavailability and postponed procedures
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability
Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create a safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction
Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and compliance to best practices
Evaluated vitals and presenting symptoms to understand and properly treat conditions
Applied nursing expertise to meet needs of Psychiatric patients in challenging Inpatient environment
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans
Cared for patients in a 45-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Osawatomie State Hospital
01.2009 - 02.2014
Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes
Cared for patients in a 70-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients
Managed 8 nurses and nursing activities in 75-bed hospital by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and ensuring outstanding patient satisfaction and care
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission
Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens
Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability
Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined the severity of injuries and illnesses
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
Fostered strong relationships with patients and colleagues, leveraging feedback and identifying opportunities to improve delivery and quality of care
Completed head-to -toe physical assessments and interpreted diagnostic tests, leveraging information to facilitate care planning, implementation and management
Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems
Informed patients and answered questions about health condition management and general health information
Worked with patients, family, caregivers and primary care physicians to create individualized plans of care and coordinate care
Observed and reported patients' condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document for future reference and review by other care team members
Identified opportunities to improve processes and treatment, making recommendations to improve care and outcomes
Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging to provide comprehensive care to over 25 patients daily
Worked with doctors to design specialized plans for patients after treatments
Maintained highest levels of patient satisfaction, generating referrals to maintain productivity levels for Substance Abuse rehabilitation unit
Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits to ensure adherence to guidelines
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information
Administered prescribed medications and monitored and documented patient responses
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored response to treatments while working with healthcare teams to adjust careplans.
Education
Associate -
Neosho County Community College
1996
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