Compassionate Registered Nurse with comprehensive experience in end-of-life, hospice, and senior care. Proven expertise in clinical symptom and pain management, along with case management for acute care and outpatient services. Skilled in discharge planning, family conferences, and ensuring safe transitions for patients. Demonstrates strong leadership and commitment to staff development and ongoing education. Currently Hospice and Palliative Care certified and End of Life Doula.
Work History
Clinical Manager Home Health
3 Months
Lorian Health | 05.2026 - Current
Led clinical operations, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and quality standards.
Developed and implemented training programs for clinical staff to enhance performance and patient care.
Streamlined patient intake processes, improving efficiency and reducing wait times significantly.
Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to foster collaboration and optimize care plans for patients.
RN CM
1 Year 2 Months
Molina Healthcare | 03.2025 - 05.2026
Conducted clinical reviews for authorizations at skilled nursing facilities.
Delivered high-quality patient care utilizing evidence-based practices and Molina Healthcare protocols.
Coordinated care plans with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes effectively.
Mentored junior nurses on clinical best practices and compliance with healthcare regulations.
RN Case Manager
4 Months
Harmony Health Center | 11.2024 - 03.2025
Developed case management plans that incorporated medical necessity criteria from payers and other resources.
Adhered to evidence-based standards when making decisions regarding resource utilization.
Coordinated discharge planning needs.
Supported discharge planning activities to ensure smooth transitions for patients.
Performed quality assurance audits on completed utilization review cases.
Researched and evaluated new technologies to enhance utilization management practices.
CLINICAL SUPERVISOR
1 Year 6 Months
BELLA TERRA HOSPICE | 12.2022 - 06.2024
Supervised clinical staff, facilitating orientation, training, and development to enhance team capabilities.
Coordinated care for diverse, complex patient cases, ensuring comprehensive treatment plans and seamless service delivery.
Supported hospice team as a resource, promoting effective communication and collaboration across care providers.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care for clients
RN CASE MANAGER
3 Months
KAISER PERMANENTERIVERSIDE | 07.2022 - 10.2022
Conducted ongoing assessments to evaluate patient needs and conditions., coordination of disciplines and symptom management.
Coordinated patient care plans to optimize health outcomes and resource utilization.
Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and develop effective interventions.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care and address patient concerns.
RN CASE MANAGER
5 Months
CALSTRO HOSPICE | 01.2022 - 06.2022
Conducted assessments and coordinated multidisciplinary approaches for effective symptom management
Provided ongoing support and education to patients and their families/caregivers, enhancing understanding of care plans and treatment options.
Moved to Riverside County to pursue new opportunities
RN CASE MANAGER
6 Months
SILVERADO HOSPICE | 06.2021 - 12.2021
Conducted assessments and coordinated interdisciplinary efforts for effective symptom management.
Provided ongoing support and education to patients and family/caregivers to enhance understanding of care plans.
Departed due to reduced patient census.
RN CASE MANAGER
2 Years
CALOPTIMA | 06.2019 - 06.2021
RN Case Manager for long term care patients in skilled nursing facilities
Implemented PIPQI program that aimed to reduce incidents of facility-acquired multiple drug-resistant organisms.
Departed from program to program being discontinued with no further grant for program for which I was hired.
RN CASE MANAGER
7 Months
RELIANCE HOSPICE | 11.2018 - 06.2019
Conducted assessments and coordinated multidisciplinary care for effective symptom management
Provided ongoing support and education to patients and families/caregivers to enhance understanding and care compliance.
Departed the position due to a reduction in patient census.
RN CASE MANAGER
1 Year
SALUS HOSPICE | 06.2018 - 06.2019
Conducted assessments and coordinated interdisciplinary teams for effective symptom management
Provided ongoing support and education to patients and families/caregivers to enhance understanding and care.
Departed due to reduced patient volume in LA County.
RN CASE MANAGER
1 Year
KINDRED HOSPITAL | 06.2017 - 06.2018
Reviewed cases for continued stay and discharge planning to ensure optimal patient outcomes
Conducted Interqual reviews to evaluate patient eligibility for continued care.
Fulfilled 2-year contract with LTACH, providing comprehensive case management services
RN CASE MANAGER
9 Months
SEASONS HOSPICE | 06.2016 - 03.2017
Supervised clinical team operations
Conducted assessments and coordinated disciplines for effective symptom management
Provided ongoing support and education to patients and families/caregivers to enhance care understanding
Mentored and supported multidisciplinary hospice team to improve care delivery
RN CASE MANAGER
2 Years 7 Months
ST. MARY MEDICAL CENTER | 06.2013 - 01.2016
Conducted interqual reviews for admissions and concurrent stays; assisted with discharge planning to ensure effective patient transitions.
Departed after departmental reassignment within department. Went from 12 hour ER department for 3 years to 8 hour floating all adult medical floors. Could not do 8 hour shifts Monday-Friday.
Coordinated patient care plans, ensuring alignment with clinical guidelines and individual health needs.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize treatment strategies and improve patient outcomes.
Managed complex cases, facilitating communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
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