Misty Estrada
Newnan
Summary
Compassionate and highly skilled Registered Nurse (RN) with experience in care coordination, transitions of care, chronic disease management, and patient education. Adept at prior authorizations, medical necessity determinations, post-admission assessments, medication reconciliation, and interdisciplinary collaboration to improve patient outcomes. Proven ability to provide virtual and in-person patient education, utilize motivational interviewing techniques, and facilitate effective transitions of care for diverse populations. Seeking a remote role in utilization management or transitions of care where I can leverage my experience to maximize patient health and independence.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
John Peter Smith Hospital
10.2010 - 03.2025
- Provide direct patient-centered care including post-admission assessments, stabilization of neonates at birth, monitoring vitals, and performing point-of-care testing
- Administer medications and facilitate medication reconciliation for neonates
- Educate and assist mothers with breastfeeding, health coaching, and post-discharge care
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including NICU staff, physicians, and case managers, to develop and coordinate patient care plans
- Care for neonates with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS), implementing best practices in chronic disease management and care coordination
- Float to NICU, postpartum, and antepartum units to provide transitional care services and patient education
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and safety
- Experience in conducting utilization reviews, ensuring appropriate level of care, and applying evidence-based criteria for continued hospital stays
Registered Nurse
Care Now
06.2008 - 07.2009
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments, triaged cases, and maintained smooth patient flow in a fast-paced urgent care setting
- Administered medications via IM, PO, and IV routes
- Collected and processed lab specimens for testing
- Conducted EKGs, DOT exams, and school physicals
- Provided wound care and patient education regarding treatment plans and follow-up care
- Telephonic & Virtual Case Review – assess patient needs remotely, coordinate with providers, and make coverage recommendations
Registered Nurse
John Peter Smith Hospital
10.2005 - 03.2008
- Delivered direct patient care for up to six patients per shift, ensuring adherence to clinical care protocols and patient safety guidelines
- Administered IV therapy, wound care, and medication management
- Provided resources for patient referrals and assisted in discharge planning to support smooth transitions of care
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses and assisted in training programs
- Worked closely with case managers and insurance representatives to ensure proper utilization of resources and optimize patient outcomes
Education
Masters of Science - Nursing
03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
02.2024
Associate Degree - Nursing
08.2010
Skills
- Proficient in Epic EMR System
- Utilization Review
- Medical Necessity Determinations
- Prior Authorization
- Care Coordination
- Transitions of Care
- Medication Reconciliation
- Chronic Disease Management
- Quality Improvement Initiatives
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Expert Communicator
- Telephonic Care Experience
- Virtual Care Experience
- Experience with COPD
- Experience with CHF
- Experience with CKD
- Experience with Catheters
- Experience with Wounds
- Pain management
Certification
- Active Compact RN License (TX)
- NRP Certification
- BLS Certification
- STABLE Certification
Degree
MSN,BSN, ADN
Timeline
Registered Nurse - John Peter Smith Hospital
10.2010 - 03.2025
Registered Nurse - Care Now
06.2008 - 07.2009
Registered Nurse - John Peter Smith Hospital
10.2005 - 03.2008
Capella University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing
Hill College - Associate Degree, Nursing
Capella University - Masters of Science, Nursing
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