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Patricia Sargent

San Dimas,CA

Summary

Healthcare professional with 44 years of diverse nursing experience with a solid background in clinical supervision and staff development. Skilled in comprehensive case management and patient evaluation, fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to optimize care delivery.

Proven ability to enhance team performance and patient outcomes through strategic planning and effective communication. Reliable team player with flexible approach to changing needs and focus on achieving results.


Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Hospice Clinical Supervisor/Manager

Kara Health
02.2021 - Current
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care for clients with complex needs, ensuring comprehensive support was provided across all domains of life functioning.
  • Assessed patients, determined needs, and managed care.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular staff meetings, IDG meetings, case conferences, and training sessions.
  • Monitored, analyzed, and corrected staff performance. .
  • Served as a liaison between clinical staff and administration to address concerns and optimize workflows.
  • Lead and directed team of 18 clinical personnel and support staff.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by conducting regular audits of clinical records and procedures.
  • Managed caseloads effectively, ensuring timely assessments, treatment planning, and progress monitoring.
  • Monitored, analyzed, and corrected staff performance to raise standards of practice.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based treatment plans and clinical interventions.
  • Responded to crisis situations with calm and professional approach to optimize support.

Hospice/Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager

VNA of Greater Los Angeles
06.2000 - 02.2021

Hospice / Home health Case manager, managed patient load of 20+ patients in the hospice and home health fields.

Hospice explanation of benefits, caring patients needs at end of life. Patient education and teaching as related to their disease processes.

Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.

Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.

Improved patient outcomes by implementing personalized care plans and closely monitoring progress.

Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accuracy and timely completion of required paperwork.

Conducted ongoing evaluations of care plan effectiveness, making adjustments as needed to optimize results.

Enhanced overall quality of life for patients suffering from chronic illnesses using a holistic approach that addressed physical, emotional, psychological, social wellbeing.

Introduced changes to patient care plans based on regular evaluations and patient changes.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

SUNY At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY
05-1986

Associate of Science - Nursing

Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY
12-1981

Skills

  • Clinical education
  • Team management
  • Employee scheduling
  • Patient evaluation
  • Employee training
  • Clinical training
  • Quality assurance
  • Employee supervision
  • Staff education and training
  • Medical record organization
  • Patient instruction
  • Experience with HIPAA standards
  • Comprehensive case management

Certification

CPR - BLS

Timeline

Hospice Clinical Supervisor/Manager

Kara Health
02.2021 - Current

Hospice/Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager

VNA of Greater Los Angeles
06.2000 - 02.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

SUNY At Buffalo

Associate of Science - Nursing

Erie Community College