Nicole Young

• Streamlined discharge planning processes, ensuring a smoother transition for patients back to their homes or other facilities.
• Facilitated referrals to appropriate specialists or community agencies when indicated by the assessment findings or changes in the patient''s condition.
• Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' needs. The assignment is Medical, Surgical, ED, and CCU units.
• Nurse Ratio 1:17:20,depending on census, EPIC, 125-bed facility, a DNV GL-accredited, and verified Level III trauma center.
• Travel Assignment

• Chief Nursing Officer | Senior Medical Planner | Dept of Health| FEMA, Illinois Department of Public Health, Clinics, Penal Institutions, Coast Guard, Air Force National Guard, Texas State Nursing Officer for Monoclonal Antibody Infusion Centers. Emergency Response Treatment Educator
• Emergency response treatment education for adverse reactions (AED, anaphylaxis, syncopal episodes). Managed a Team of 70+ including RNs, HHA, MD.
• Medical/Surgical, ER, assessing and monitoring patients conditions, vital signs, and responses to treatment. Monitoring and managing pain relief. Preoperative and Postoperative care.
• PRN POSITION

• Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Conducted thorough assessments of patient conditions upon admission to the long-term care facility to ensure appropriate level of care.
• Ratio: 25:1, Long Term Care LTC (Schaffer Extended Care) Short Term Rehabilitation/Subacute Care and Skilled Long Term Care, with 150 Beds, Hospital 242 Bed Facility

• Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.

• Implemented evidence-based interventions that contributed significantly to improved health outcomes among long-term care residents.
• Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities to nursing staff as needed.
• Assisted in coordinating discharge planning process for smooth transitions from long term facilities back into home environments when appropriate.
• 120 Bed Certified Beds, including Post-Acute, Rehabilitation and Long Term Care
• PRN POSITION

• Acted as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, nursing facilities, hospitals, insurance companies regarding matters related to palliative care services.
• Advocated for patients'' rights and ethical considerations in all aspects of care delivery.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
• Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
• 2012 Vitas Admissions Coordinator| 2019 Continuous Care Coordinator, 15 FTEs (70 Patients)

• Units Floated to: Chem Dependency | Adult| Pedi | Intellectuals.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, IV insertions, blood draws, specimen collection, nasogastric tube insertion, wound care, urinary catheter insertion, and tracheotomy care, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary. Ratio: 22:1, 627 bed facility.
• Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions post-hospitalization.

• Performed health screenings to determine the overall well-being of patients
• Utilized electronic health records to accurately document patient information and treatment plans
• Measured and recorded vital signs to monitor the health status of patients.

PRN Position

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes. Managed over 50 calls daily.
• Educated employees about potential health hazards in the workplace and implemented preventive measures to reduce risk exposure.
• Developed educational materials on various health topics that addressed specific needs of the workforce population.

• Collected vitals and biological samples to support
  diagnostic plans and ongoing assessment strategies.
• Covid-19 Testing, Delivered outstanding care to patients
  with various diagnoses and managed care from
  treatment initiation through to completion.
• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.

• Navajo Nation Native Americans: 60 Beds -Level IV Trauma Center Comprehensive HealthCare Facility (setup).
• A hotel site has been designated as a medical facility to function as a COVID-19 hospital, providing transfers and emergency response services.
• Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.

• Provided excellent customer service through active listening skills, understanding patient needs, and offering tailored solutions where applicable.
• Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
• Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.

Case Management| Utilization Review| Discharge Planning