Preethy Saggurthi
Tampa,FL
Summary
Hardworking Nursing Professional Licensed in the State of Florida, and Compact States, able to stay on top of demands in a fast-paced environment looking to take the next step in my career as a Nurse Case Manager. Eager to train, and take on a new Challenges Dedicated professional with demonstrated strengths in customer service, time management, and trend tracking. Good at troubleshooting problems and building successful solutions. Excellent verbal and written communicator with strong background cultivating positive relationships and exceeding goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE TRANSFER CENTER
Adventist Health
Tampa Tampa, FL
02.2019 - Current
- Responsible for for Facilitating appropriate patient transfers into Community Health Network from referring Physicians and facilities (Hospitals,ED, Long Term Care) This is done in a Call Center Environment
- Obtain clinical information necessary to determine the appropriate Consulting Physicians ,and Clinical Specialists ,Level of Care, and Transport Requirements
- Apply Clinical judgement to facilitate Communication between the referring Physician and the receiving Physician per the anticipated level of care required
- Effectively engage transport and clinical staff to ensure timely,seamless and safe patient transfer to receiving Hospitals
- Work collaboratively with Pre Registration by creating FIN numbers prior to arrival, and also to provide this number to Admitting Physicians for Admitting Orders
- Work Collaboratively with Financial Department in order to get Insurance Authorization for Non Emergent Inpatient Transfers
- Adhere to and Implement Emergency Room Transfers according to EMTALA Guidelines.
REGISTERED NURSE
BayCare Health System Inc
Tampa, FL
12.2014 - 04.2020
- Worked closely with physicians, surgeons, and nursing staff as part of unit team
- Developed and implemented treatment plans for patients with various acute and chronic concerns
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects
- Immunized patients against diseases such as influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization due to complications
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes
- Delivered high-quality nursing care to patients on 30-bed medical-surgical unit with emphasis on orthopedics, urology, and gastro-intestinal post-operative patients
- Coordinated care for up to 6 patients per shift in busy setting
- Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction
- Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease
- Completed daily chart audits and assessed clinical records to verify accuracy, evaluate performance against goals and check for appropriate education of patients and families
- Managed direct care of patients, conducted assessments, and documented care activities
- Educated patients and caregivers on proper at-home care and treatment regimens
- Monitored consistent use of aseptic techniques to protect against infection
- Supported patient nutrition needs with assistive feeding and management of gastric tubes.
Registered Nurse
Florida Hospital
Tampa Tampa, Florida
09.2007 - 12.2014
- Administered oral, IV, and intramuscular medications as part of patient treatments
- Developed and implemented treatment plans for patients with various acute and chronic concerns
- Managed direct care of patients, conducted assessments, and documented care activities
- Educated patients and caregivers on proper at-home care and treatment regimens
- Conducted accurate chart updates in computer system
- Monitored consistent use of aseptic techniques to protect against infection
- Supported patient nutrition needs with assistive feeding and management of gastric tubes
- Alleviated patient fears of treatments using kind, empathetic communication
- Worked closely with physicians, surgeons, and nursing staff as part of unit team
- Trained and mentored student nurses, interns, and new graduates in proper procedures and care techniques
- Dressed, cleaned, and redressed wound and incision areas
- Stabilized patients experiencing emergency complications and decompensations
- Educated patients on preventive care and lifestyle choices to improve overall health
- Administered oxygen and monitored respiratory performance and stability
- Contributed to team efficiency, optimal patient flow, and accuracy in treatments by maintaining accurate and detailed reports and records
- Administered medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects to quickly intervene in serious issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Christian Medical College of Nursing
National Registered Case Manager Training Center Online Course Currently Enrolled, Independent Study Basics of Case Management - undefined
Skills
- Cerner Charting
- Teams, Excel
- Task Prioritization
- Telephonic Nursing
- Care Aware Software
- Customer Relations
- Written Communication
Certification
BLS
Quarterly RQI Certification
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE TRANSFER CENTER
Adventist Health
02.2019 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE
BayCare Health System Inc
12.2014 - 04.2020
Registered Nurse
Florida Hospital
09.2007 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Christian Medical College of Nursing
National Registered Case Manager Training Center Online Course Currently Enrolled, Independent Study Basics of Case Management - undefined
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