Maura Carducci
Wintersville ,OH
Summary
Driven Registered Nurse with 7 years experience caring patients bedside and telephonically. A certified Nurse Case manager who is committed to advocating for , educating and supporting patients and their families as they navigate complex health conditions. Committed to delivering safe and comprehensive patient care within a multidisciplinary team environment. Collaborates well with physicians and nurse colleagues to ensure the delivery of quality care, and drive positive outcomes for diverse types of patients. Highly motivated, adapts easily, and fast learner .
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Health Coach
Cigna
Pittsburgh, PA
12.2021 - 11.2023
- Developed personalized health coaching plans to empower patients in managing chronic conditions effectively.
- Facilitated patient education sessions on lifestyle changes, enhancing overall health and wellness engagement.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and streamline patient treatment pathways for optimal outcomes.
- Monitored patient progress regularly, adjusting care strategies based on individual health goals and feedback.
- Advocated for patients' needs, fostering strong relationships that support trust and open communication channels.
- Engaged with technology platforms for effective tracking of patient data and health improvement metrics.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through ongoing feedback loops, refining coaching techniques for enhanced patient success rates.
- Supported patients'' mental wellbeing through compassionate conversations about personal challenges faced during their journey to better health.
- Facilitated weight loss success for patients through customized diet plans and motivational support.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide a holistic approach to healthcare, improving overall patient wellbeing.
Registered Nurse
Weirton Geriatric Center
Weirton, WV
03.2019 - 12.2021
- Oversee efficient nursing operations in 120-bed long-term care unit as the sole Registered Nurse on duty. Responsible for all IV care, end of life care, and oversight of all Licensed Practical Nurses on duty.
- Counsel caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educate on patient care options.
- Deliver direct care to 35 patients per day, including coordinating and evaluating interdisciplinary care.
- Treat patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
- Counsel patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Prioritize nursing tasks and assignments and accurately report patient status.
- Oversee and complete patient admission and discharge processes.
- Collect lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Update physicians on patient test results and assist in developing care plans.
- Monitor and manage various treatment and care interventions.
- Co-management of hospice patients.
- Support and assist treatment plan and modalities for patients undergoing acute rehabilitation.
- Provided direct patient care to COVID positive patients.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Cigna
11.2023 - Current
- Assessed patient eligibility for programs and services, ensuring compliance with organizational guidelines
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare providers and patients.
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments, identifying barriers to care and strategizing solutions for improvement.
- Facilitated seamless transitions of care by coordinating post-discharge follow-up appointments and resources.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient interactions, interventions, and outcomes in electronic health records.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient satisfaction metrics.
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
- Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
- Streamlined care coordination processes to reduce hospital readmissions and emergency department visits with some interventions including medication reconciliation, coordination with interdisciplinary teams, education and assessment of follow up plans.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary team communication through regular case conferences, promoting effective collaboration for optimal patient care.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs in order to develop individualized care plans that facilitated optimal health outcomes.
- Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans.
- Telephonically engaged and assessed customers via company and national guidelines.
- Utilize and navigated resources including MCG to promote post discharge and ongoing customer education.
Registered Nurse
Trinity Health System
Steubenville , OH
09.2018 - 03.2019
- Delivered high-quality nursing care to patients requiring continuous cardiac monitoring. Care included those admitted to inpatient level of care as well as those in Observation level of care .
- Responsible for all patients requiring cardiac catheterization both pre and post procedure.
- Responsible for all patients undergoing bariatric surgery both pre and post op as telemetry monitoring was a requirement for those undergoing the procedure. Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
- Coordinated and managed care for patients undergoing myocardial infarction screening and anticoagulation therapies.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
- Responsible for patient admission and discharge processes. Coordinate discharge planning and transfer to alternative level of care.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
Shift Manager
Subway
Wintersville, OH
09.2014 - 09.2018
- Upheld company standards and compliance requirements for operations and cleanliness.
- Positioned skilled staff in key areas throughout shift to optimize productivity.
- Documented receipts, employee hours and inventory movements.
- Coordinated shift-based inventory receiving, auditing and restocking.
- Directed employees through daily routines.
- Handled any customer complaints, questions and inquiries.
- Counted out cash drawers at end of each shift and logged profits into computer system.
- Managed inventory and ordered new products when inventory was running low.
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, techniques and customer service standards.
- Answered customer inquiries in regard to nutritional information and menu offerings.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Trinity School of Nursing
Steubenville, OH07.2018
High School Diploma -
Steubenville High School
Steubenville, OH05.2016
Skills
- Medical assessment
- Family and patient support
- Patient education and counseling
- Long-Term Care
- Patient monitoring
- Patient Management
- Patient Care
- Palliative and Pain Management
- Geriatric treatment knowledge
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Patient care planning
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Nursing Plan Development
- Customer and provider engagement and retention
- Proficient use of systems such as Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft office, Webex, MCG
- Care coordination
- Patient advocacy
- Discharge Planning
- Proficiency working in an interdisciplinary team
- Goal setting
- Geriatric care
- Case evaluation
- Service coordination
- Resource utilization
Technology
Well versed in Microsoft word , outlook , and excel. Experience with Meditech and Matrix electronic medical record systems.
Timeline
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Cigna
11.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Health Coach
Cigna
12.2021 - 11.2023
Registered Nurse
Weirton Geriatric Center
03.2019 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse
Trinity Health System
09.2018 - 03.2019
Shift Manager
Subway
09.2014 - 09.2018
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Trinity School of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Steubenville High School