Nicole Blessen
Amarillo
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with a background in pediatrics and behavioral health, complemented by a strong passion for maternal-child health. Recognized for effective leadership, communication, and strong time-management skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Case Manager
BSA
Amarillo
06.2024 - 05.2025
- Managed patient care in emergency room, facilitating timely interventions and support.
- Evaluated patient needs and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Documented patient interactions and maintained accurate records.
- Communicated regularly with family members regarding patient care needs and progress toward goals.
Utilization Review/Case Manager RN
Northwest Healthcare System
Amarillo
12.2020 - 03.2023
- RN in Access BH Assessment/Intake Unit and Utilization Review at BH Facility for Inpatient/PHP/IOP
- Coordinated patient care plans with multidisciplinary teams and community resources.
- Assessed patient needs through interviews and evaluations to determine service requirements.
- Developed case documentation in compliance with healthcare regulations and organizational standards.
Behavioral Health Pediatric RN
Children’s Health
Dallas
03.2018 - 12.2020
- Psychiatry Pediatric BH Unit; Day Treatment Program - Preceptor, Lead RN.
- Administered medications and treatments to pediatric patients according to care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create and implement comprehensive care strategies, enhancing patient-centered care.
- Educated families on health management and post-discharge care instructions, empowering them to support recovery and prevent readmissions.
Pediatric RN
Cook Children’s
Fort Worth
07.2019 - 10.2019
- Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Unit
- Provided compassionate care to pediatric patients in inpatient settings.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs for pediatric patients.
Pediatric RN
BSA
Amarillo
08.2017 - 03.2018
- General Medical Pediatric Unit
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Educated families on pediatric care, nutrition, and health management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Oklahoma College of Nursing
OKC05-2016
Skills
- Utilization review
- Case management
- Discharge planning
- Patient education
- Patient safety
- Quality care
- Conflict resolution
- De-escalation
- Problem solving
- EPIC charting
- HIPAA compliance
- Time management
- Excellent communication
- Feedback
- Patient advocacy
Certification
- RN License, #904126
- PPMAB (de-escalation training), 2/2023
- BLS, 6/2026
- APHON, 11/2019
- PACES, 8/2020
Volunteer Opportunities
The Worldrace, International missionary, 08/01/16, 07/31/17, Team Leader. Lived overseas in 11 countries for 11 months. Worked alongside established missionary families or churches.
Timeline
RN Case Manager
BSA
06.2024 - 05.2025
Utilization Review/Case Manager RN
Northwest Healthcare System
12.2020 - 03.2023
Pediatric RN
Cook Children’s
07.2019 - 10.2019
Behavioral Health Pediatric RN
Children’s Health
03.2018 - 12.2020
Pediatric RN
BSA
08.2017 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Oklahoma College of Nursing