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Natalya Gavel

Jacksonville,Florida

Summary

Accomplished Registered Nurse Case Manager with 17 years of experience dedicated to quality care of diverse patients. Skillfully blend hands-on skills with advanced background in nursing homes, hospitals and home settings. Work effectively with all levels of healthcare providers, physicians and administrators to address patient needs. Seeking to utilize exceptional, individualized care skills and knowledge in a nursing facility.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Jewish Nursing Home
03.2021 - 03.2024
  • Manage patients recovering from medical and surgical procedures.
  • 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.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs in order to develop individualized care plans that facilitated optimal health outcomes.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
  • Participated in patient and family planning process, as well as provided instructions and addressed question and concerns.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Mentored new nursing professionals during orientation periods, fostering a collaborative team dynamic that supported the delivery of high-quality care.
  • Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
  • Assessed and managed implanted ports, midlines and PICCs.

Registered Nurse

Holyoke VNA and Hospice Life Care
05.2013 - 03.2024
  • Provided palliative care for patients with Alzeimer's, dementia and terminal illnesses in homes and skilled facilities.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
  • Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, end-of-life symptoms, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes, med administration, and personal care.
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
  • Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
  • Assessed and managed implanted ports, midlines and PICCs.

Registered Nurse

Vibra Hospital of Western Massachusetts
08.2012 - 03.2019


  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Implemented direct quality care to patients including daily monitoring, recording, and evaluating psychiatric medical conditions of up to 27 patients per day.
  • Provided behavioral and emotional support and supervision to patients affected by dementia, TBI, depression and cognitive impairment disorders.
  • Ensured doctor's orders were effectively carried out ( testing, medical procedures, consultations and stat orders for restraint).
  • Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications, altering treatment plans as needed.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Assesses and manged implanted ports, midlines and PICCs.

Registered Nurse Supervisor

Vibra Hospital of Western Massachusetts
09.2018 - 12.2018


  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging situations.
  • Oversaw and coordinated all delivery of care on psychiatric medical unit and equipped team to provided exceptional care to 27 patients per day.
  • Supervised team of 12 nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks to ensure optional provision, safety, and care of patients.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities in accordance with regulatory requirements, ensuring timely completion of reports as necessary for compliance purposes.
  • Promoted a safe and healthy work environment through adherence to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.

Registered Nurse Case Manager, Hospice

Noble VNA and Hospice
11.2009 - 05.2013
  • Participated in continuous professional development to stay current with best practices in hospice case management and end-of-life care.
  • Provided ongoing physical, spiritual, emotional and nursing care to terminally ill patients and maintained comfort and quality of life.
  • Arranged in home care ( activities of daily living, patient hygiene and pain/EOL symptoms control).
  • Advocated for patients'' wishes regarding treatment options, preserving dignity in their final days.
  • Educated families on the hospice process, enabling informed decision-making during a difficult time.
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.

Registered Nurse Case Manager, Hospice

Mercy Hospice
09.2008 - 11.2009
  • Participated in continuous professional development to stay current with best practices in hospice case management and end-of-life care.
  • Provided ongoing physical, spiritual and psychosocial care to terminally ill patients in home settings and skilled facilities.
  • Maintained comfort and quality of life, and alerted physicians about changes in patients' condition.
  • Enhanced patient care by developing personalized hospice plans and coordinating interdisciplinary team efforts.
  • Educated families on the hospice process, enabling informed decision-making during a difficult time.
  • Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
  • Mentored new nurses in the field of hospice case management, contributing to a skilled workforce dedicated to quality end-of-life care.

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Jewish Nursing Home
08.2007 - 08.2008
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Developed care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative nursing methods.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical and surgical procedures.
  • Assessed, monitored, documented and reported progress of patient's health and condition using established timelines
  • Facilitated wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
  • Cultivated empathetic and compassionate workplace for patients, staff and family.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Springfield Technical Community College
Springfield, MA
05.2007

Skills

  • Bilingual: Russian, English
  • Critical thinking and problem solving
  • Time management and stamina
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Patient Assessments
  • Home Health Care
  • Call triaging
  • Hospice and palliative care
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's care
  • Long-Term Care
  • Case Management
  • Medical assessment
  • Family Education
  • Wound Care
  • Removing sutures
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Infection control measures

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Jewish Nursing Home
03.2021 - 03.2024

Registered Nurse Supervisor

Vibra Hospital of Western Massachusetts
09.2018 - 12.2018

Registered Nurse

Holyoke VNA and Hospice Life Care
05.2013 - 03.2024

Registered Nurse

Vibra Hospital of Western Massachusetts
08.2012 - 03.2019

Registered Nurse Case Manager, Hospice

Noble VNA and Hospice
11.2009 - 05.2013

Registered Nurse Case Manager, Hospice

Mercy Hospice
09.2008 - 11.2009

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Jewish Nursing Home
08.2007 - 08.2008

Associate of Science - Nursing

Springfield Technical Community College

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