Nautashia Polidore
Beaumont,TX
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 17 years of diverse experience in direct patient care. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with case management, medical- surgical, pre/post op, and home health specialty.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Coordinator RN
UnitedHealth Group
Houston, TX
01.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and protocols.
- Served as liaison between the nursing team and other healthcare professionals involved in patients'' care plans.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly; provided feedback on areas requiring growth or improvement; rewarded achievements accordingly.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families through compassionate communication and education on treatment options.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate documentation, adhering to policies, and participating in audits.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing comprehensive discharge planning and follow-up support.
- Built strong relationships with patients and families for optimized care satisfaction.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Home Health RN Case Manager
AccentCare
Beaumont, TX
07.2021 - Current
- Provided physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Introduced changes to patient care plans based on regular evaluations and patient changes.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Registered Nurse
Christus Health
Beaumont, TX
09.2006 - 07.2021
- Provided physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Introduced changes to patient care plans based on regular evaluations and patient changes.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX12.2007
Bachelor Of Science - Psychology
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX12.2004
Skills
- Intramuscular Injections
- Blood Product Transfusion
- Patient Care Assessment
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
- Preventive Healthcare
- Operational Procedures
- Medical Supply Management
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Compassionate and Caring
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Patient Examination
- Home Health and Hospice
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- Infection Control Procedures
- Case Conferences
- Visiting Patient Homes
- Patient Admission
- Feeding Pumps
- Accurate Documentation
- Patient Health Information Access
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Clear Patient Communication
- Diet and Nutrition
- Stasis Ulcers
- Patient Safety
- Patient confidentiality
- Clinical Documentation
- Informed consent
- Patient care planning
- Case Management
Timeline
Clinical Coordinator RN
UnitedHealth Group
01.2023 - Current
Home Health RN Case Manager
AccentCare
07.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Christus Health
09.2006 - 07.2021
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
Lamar University
Bachelor Of Science - Psychology
Lamar University