PENNY FLOWERS
Thomaston,GA
Summary
Seasoned Home Health RN Case Manager with a proven track record at Encompass Home Health, adept in medication administration and developing personalized care plans. Excelled in patient assessment and diagnostic test interpretation, significantly enhancing patient comfort and recovery. Skilled in providing critical emotional support, showcasing exceptional critical thinking and empathy.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health RN Case Manager
Encompass Home Health
Thomaston, GA
11.2014 - 07.2021
- Administered medications, treatments, and injections as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized care plans.
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Angels of Hope
01.2009 - 07.2014
- Planned hospice care for elderly and disabled patients.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Christian Ministries Hospice
Griffin, Georgia
03.2004 - 12.2008
- Planned hospice care for elderly and disabled patients.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
Registered Nurse
West Georgia Medical Center
La Grange, Georgia
07.1993 - 07.1996
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Administered oral, and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Lagrange College
La Grange, Georgia06-1993
Skills
- Medication administration, including dosage calculations
- Care plan development
- Patient assessment
- Diagnostic test interpretation
- Critical thinking
Why education?
- I have a strong desire to switch from a nursing career to a career in education.
- I truly enjoy being in a school environment.
- Whether it be in the classroom or working outside the classroom, I am ready as this has been a lifelong dream of mine.
Timeline
Home Health RN Case Manager
Encompass Home Health
11.2014 - 07.2021
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Angels of Hope
01.2009 - 07.2014
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Christian Ministries Hospice
03.2004 - 12.2008
Registered Nurse
West Georgia Medical Center
07.1993 - 07.1996
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Lagrange College