Patricia Gomez
Little Neck,NY
Summary
Skilled nursing professional with strong background in patient care coordination and healthcare management. Demonstrates expertise in clinical assessment, discharge planning, and patient advocacy. Known for fostering team collaboration, adapting to evolving needs, and delivering meaningful outcomes. Equipped with excellent communication skills, critical thinking, and ability to navigate complex healthcare systems.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Northwell LIJ Medical Center
04.2018 - Current
- Coordinate, facilitate and advocate for patients' overall care throughout hospitalization.
- Conduct chart review for appropriateness of admission and continued length of stay; facilitate throughput.
- Ensure compliance with current state, federal, and third-party payer regulations.
- Conduct clinical reviews and interact with third party payers to obtain approval of hospital days, pre-certification and post-discharge eligibility in relation to clinical course.
- Provide education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
- Streamline care coordination processes to reduce hospital readmissions and emergency department visits.
- Oversee provisions for patient's discharge.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Northwell LIJ Medical Center
11.2008 - 04.2018
- Championed a culture of patient-centered care, consistently demonstrating empathy, respect, and professionalism in all interactions with patients and their families.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality nursing care and addressing individual needs.
- Promoted patient advocacy by actively participating in interdisciplinary meetings and voicing concerns on behalf of patients.
- Streamlined documentation processes by accurately updating electronic health records in a timely manner.
- Enhanced teamwork among nursing staff through clear communication, active listening, and constructive feedback.
- Optimized patient outcomes through proactive identification of potential complications or changes in condition requiring intervention.
- Advocated for patient needs with healthcare providers, securing necessary interventions for optimal care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Dominican College of Blauvelt
Orangeburg06-2004
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Attention to detail
- Patient advocacy
- Case management
- Relationship building
- EMR / EHR
Certification
- Certified Case Manager
- BLS Certification
- PRI Assessor Certification
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Northwell LIJ Medical Center
04.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Northwell LIJ Medical Center
11.2008 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Dominican College of Blauvelt
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