Accomplished Registered Nurse Case Manager with 30+ years of experience dedicated to quality care of diverse patients. Skillfully blend hands-on skills with advanced background in homecare both private and insurance settings. Work effectively with all levels of healthcare providers, physicians and administrators to address patient needs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Case Manager
Amcare Pro Home Health
Richardson, TX
04.2020 - Current
Consulted with clinicians to devise and manage effective ongoing care plans for at-risk patients.Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans as needed. Initiated appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures.Authored initial assessments of patients and family to develop plans for individual home care needs.Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care. Created individualized care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated appropriate nursing methods to achieve positive outcomes.Participated in on-call rotations to deliver after-hours care.Increased patient satisfaction scores by 90% within 90 days
Director of Nursing
Angel Wings Hospice
Arlington, TX
01.2019 - 04.2019
Collaborated with staff, management and external groups to coordinate patient care. Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients. Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents and families. Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections. Recruited and developed quality individuals to develop accountable top-quality staff. Organized and facilitated 1 department head meetings weekly, discussing current census, admissions and discharges and residents' Medicaid applications
Charge Nurse
Liberty Dialysis
Richardson, TX
09.2017 - 12.2018
Provide care and administer medications to patients on hemodialysis. Oversee and evaluate patient’s reaction to dialysis treatment and medications from start to finish. Review patient’s lab work, home medication, activities and communicate information with doctors. Ensure function of machine and other necessary equipment during dialysis. Cared for patients in 16-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients Supervised and managed functions for unit, including daily scheduling, tasking and administration Maximized team performance by monitoring nursing care, including patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
Medical Staff - Travel Dialysis Nurse
AMN Healthcare
San Diego, CA
08.2010 - 09.2017
Oversee and evaluate patient’s reaction to dialysis treatment and medications from start to finish. Review patient’s lab work, home medication, activities and communicate information with doctors. Ensure function of machine and other necessary equipment during dialysis. Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies. Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including home and outpatients. Cared for patients in 16-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan
Case Manager
Agape Home Health - Home health nurse - Case Management
Amarillo, TX
06.2000 - 09.2009
Lead client case conferences to evaluate and address any unresolved health, psychological, or educational needs. Responsible for identification and assessment of clients, perform cognitive examinations, and identify appropriate client referral and future evaluations. Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems. Helped patients receive appropriate, high-quality care with reasonable results. Reported plans, findings and results to employers and insurance carriers. Identified care needs of individual patients and coordinated responses based on physician advice, insurance limitations and procedural consents
Education
Bachelor of Science - ADN To BSN
The University of Texas At Arlington
12.2001
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Amarillo College
12.1990
Skills
Creative Problem Solving
Preventive Healthcare
Procedure Assistance
Specialized Healthcare Referrals
Care Coordination
Accurate Documentation
Decision Making
Patient Care Oversight
Critical Thinking
Treatment Plan Modification
Healthcare Program Planning
Accomplishments
Certifications: BLS.
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Amcare Pro Home Health
04.2020 - Current
Director of Nursing
Angel Wings Hospice
01.2019 - 04.2019
Charge Nurse
Liberty Dialysis
09.2017 - 12.2018
Medical Staff - Travel Dialysis Nurse
AMN Healthcare
08.2010 - 09.2017
Case Manager
Agape Home Health - Home health nurse - Case Management
06.2000 - 09.2009
Bachelor of Science - ADN To BSN
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Amarillo College
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