Nancy Ball

• Coordinated seamless transitions from hospital to home setting by collaborating with discharge planners, physicians, therapists, and social workers.
• Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting care plans in response to changes in patients'' conditions or circumstances for optimal outcomes.
• Enhanced the efficiency of home visits by effectively managing schedules and prioritizing patients based on acuity levels.
• Advocated for the best interests of patients when collaborating with healthcare providers, insurance companies, and other stakeholders.
• Conducted thorough initial assessments upon each new patient admission to establish baseline data for ongoing evaluation of progress toward goals.
• Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring high-risk patients and promptly addressing any health concerns or complications.
• Delivered exceptional wound care, including dressing changes and infection prevention measures, resulting in faster healing times for patients.
• Improved patients'' quality of life by providing compassionate care and assisting with daily living activities.
• Utilized evidence-based practices to provide high-quality care tailored to each patient''s unique needs and preferences.
• Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
• Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
• Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.

• Operated infusion pumps to deliver prescribed treatments, monitoring patient responses.
• Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams, facilitating comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
• Collected and labeled lab specimens, maintaining proper protocols for timely analysis.
• Utilized wound care techniques, including dressing changes and infection prevention, to promote patient healing.
• Provided emotional support to patients and families, addressing concerns and enhancing patient care.
• Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
• Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
• Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
• Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
• Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.

Facilitated opening of new ER department

Organized flow of patients

Collaborated closely with physician and nurses

Ordered testing based on protocols

Implemented transfer, ambulance, air care

Proficient with MPAC and Cerner computer applications

Transcribe and implement physician orders

Maintained departmental statistics and record keeping

Electronic Health Records