Nancy Cadenhead
Hayden,CO
Summary
Experienced RN and Discharge Planner with strengths in case management, interdisciplinary coordination, and regulatory compliance. Skilled in EMR documentation, patient advocacy, and smooth transitions of care.
Overview
2020
2020
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Discharge Planner
Memorial Regional Healthd
Craig, Colorado
2015 - 2026
- Reviewed patient charts to identify post-discharge needs and placement options.
- Supported patients, families, and care teams with discharge planning in an acute care setting.
- Coordinated post-acute services after hospitalization, including home health care, durable medical equipment, transportation, and placement.
- Provided discharge readiness updates to physicians, nurses, and ancillary staff.
- Shared patient progress with physicians and staff to support coordinated care before discharge.
- Stayed in contact with outside providers and facility staff during the discharge process.
- Joined multidisciplinary team meetings and documented notes to support patient care plans.
- Collected intake details from patients and relatives to complete case histories.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Arranged discharge planning tasks, including follow-up appointments and referrals for additional services.
- Processed insurance authorizations for patient services to ensure coverage and compliance. and clinical submissions for swing bed patients to support smooth transitions.
- Maintained accurate, confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Provided training and mentorship to new Discharge Planners to enhance team performance. new Discharge Planners.
- Worked independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Followed strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA and prevent information breaches.
- Followed standards of professional practice and state and federal regulations related to healthcare delivery services.
- Adjusted daily practices to align with institutional core values. with institution core values.
RN Staff Nurse
Memorial Regional Health Hospital
Craig, Colorado
06.2015 - 06.2019
- Provided direct patient care, including medication administration and treatment delivery per physician orders.
- Applied critical thinking to assess patient conditions and respond to changes in status.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to develop and update individualized nursing care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and recovery instructions.
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing serious illness or injury, enhancing their overall care experience.
- Supported new nurses in developing proper patient care techniques.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes within a healthcare facility.
- Assisted in achieving departmental goals by implementing effective strategies and processes. by introducing new processes and standards for inpatient care.
- Maintained compliance with federal, state, and local healthcare regulations.
RN Staff Nurse
Yampa Valley Medical Center Hospital
Steamboat Springs, Colorado
2000 - 2014
- Provided OB and medical-surgical care by assessing patients, administering medications, carrying out ordered treatments, and teaching patients and families about condition changes and discharge instructions.
- Conducted preoperative phone calls to gather patient information, ensuring readiness for scheduled surgical procedures.
- Interviewed patients for total joint or spine surgery, facilitating preoperative and recovery preparation.
RN Staff Nurse
Memorial Hospital of Carbon County
Rawlins, Wyoming
1997 - 2000
- Provided compassionate bedside nursing care for patients in OB and Med-Surg units, ensuring safety and comfort during recovery.
RN Staff Nurse
Ivenson Memorial Hospital
Laramie, Wyoming
1991 - 1997
- Delivered comprehensive bedside nursing care to patients on medical and post-surgical units, promoting comfort and recovery.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Practice
Casper College
Casper, WY05-1991
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Univesity of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN05-1981
Skills
- Discharge Planning and Case Management
- Electronic medical records
- Regulatory compliance
- Quality improvement
- Interdisciplinary coordination and team collaboration
- Critical thinking and attention to detail
- Effective communication
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
Memorial Regional Health Hospital
06.2015 - 06.2019
Registered Nurse Discharge Planner
Memorial Regional Healthd
2015 - 2026
RN Staff Nurse
Yampa Valley Medical Center Hospital
2000 - 2014
RN Staff Nurse
Memorial Hospital of Carbon County
1997 - 2000
RN Staff Nurse
Ivenson Memorial Hospital
1991 - 1997
Associate of Science - Nursing Practice
Casper College
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Univesity of Minnesota