Rachel Comer
Minford,USA
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with a strong background in patient assessment and care management. Skilled in leading teams, enhancing quality assurance, and improving patient outcomes through effective communication and critical thinking. Experienced in coordinating communications and referrals while enforcing policies. Committed to fostering staff development and resolving conflicts in fast-paced environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Nurse Manager
Adena Pike Medical Center
Waverly , OH
03.2026 - Current
- Provided leadership and direction to nursing staff, ensuring quality patient care.
- Coordinated nursing shift schedules and ensured adequate staffing coverage for optimal patient care.
- Supported nursing staff in daily patient care tasks, enhancing overall patient experience.
- Facilitated communication of updates between patients, families, and healthcare teams to improve care coordination.
- Reviewed patient intervention results to support quality care.
- Supported Nurse Manager with employee development and care quality management.
RN, Medical-Surgical Floor
Adena Pike Medical Center
Waverly , OH
09.2024 - Current
- Completed nursing assessments, including vital signs, intake and output tracking, and wound dressing care.
- Educated patients and families on health management techniques to enhance understanding and adherence.
- Educated patients on disease prevention, treatment options, and health maintenance strategies.
- Facilitated discharge planning by arranging home health services and specialist follow-up appointments for seamless transition.
- Managed various tasks efficiently while ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Southern Ohio Medical Center
Portsmouth, Ohio
09.2018 - 02.2026
- Managed caseloads for patients with multiple chronic conditions, coordinating care across hospitals, long-term care facilities, and private homes to optimize patient outcomes.
- Conducted home visits to assess and address physical and mental health needs of assigned patients, fostering individualized care plans.
- Facilitated daily care and plan-based services for home care patients, ensuring adherence to care plans and promoting patient well-being.
- Delivered patient and family teaching on health promotion, risk reduction, disease prevention, and self-care.
- Provided direct care on a medical-surgical telemetry unit while tracking cardiac status and reporting changes.
Director of Professional Services
Heartland Hospice
Lucasville, Ohio
09.2008 - 09.2018
- Led multidisciplinary meetings to assess patient needs and plan care.
- Motivated staff to identify and implement process improvements, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Facilitated collaboration among healthcare providers to enhance service quality.
- Monitored hospice services for compliance with regulatory standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL12-2019
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Rio Grande University
Gallipolis, OH05-2007
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Scioto County Career Technical Center
Lucasville, OH08-2004
Skills
- Patient care
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessment
- Case management
- Health education
- ACLS certified and CPR trained
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Staff scheduling
- Staff development
- Employee development
- Critical thinking
- Employee development
Timeline
Assistant Nurse Manager
Adena Pike Medical Center
03.2026 - Current
RN, Medical-Surgical Floor
Adena Pike Medical Center
09.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Southern Ohio Medical Center
09.2018 - 02.2026
Director of Professional Services
Heartland Hospice
09.2008 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Rio Grande University
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Scioto County Career Technical Center