Rebecca Spath
RN
Sioux City,IA
Work Preference
Summary
Home Care/Hospice Clinical Care Coordinator at Trinity Home Health Services with expertise in care coordination and case management. Achieved improved patient outcomes through effective interdisciplinary collaboration and discharge planning. Skilled in health assessment and patient education, ensuring smooth transitions and patient empowerment. Recognized for adaptability and strong work ethic, with a proven ability to quickly master new skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Care/Hospice Clinical Care Coordinator
Trinity Home Health Services
Sioux City, Iowa
10.2024 - Current
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive treatment.
- Communicated effectively with patients regarding care options and resources available.
- Provided administrative support to enhance workflow efficiency within the healthcare team.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities for patients transitioning from acute or sub-acute levels of care to home or community settings.
- Provided case management services including assisting with referrals, authorizations, eligibility verification, and benefits coordination.
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center
Sioux City, Iowa
07.2019 - 10.2024
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams for personalized treatment.
- Evaluated patient conditions through home visits and health assessments.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and medication protocols.
- Provided training and support to junior nurses on best practices in home health care.
- Developed discharge plans to facilitate smooth transitions from hospital to home care.
- Utilized problem solving skills to assess complex medical situations and formulate appropriate interventions.
- Recognized when a change in condition warrants further evaluation or intervention and took appropriate action.
- Coordinated communication between all members of the healthcare team including primary care providers, specialists, family members, caregivers.
Clinical Nurse
Jackson Recovery Ctr
Sioux City, Iowa
06.2016 - 01.2019
- Delivered patient care by monitoring vital signs and assessing health needs.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Mentored junior nurses on best practices and professional development.
- Assisted in coordinating patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Implemented infection control measures to ensure a safe environment for patients.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Mercy Medical Hospital
Sioux City, Iowa
07.2012 - 09.2015
- Monitored patient vitals post-anesthesia in recovery unit.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians for pain management.
- Assisted in the assessment and triage of patients upon arrival to PACU.
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing anxiety after surgery.
- Evaluated assigned patients to effectively plan, implement, and document skilled nursing care.
- Employed nursing best practices and clinical judgment to continuously evaluate patients' progress and employed intervention to achieve desired outcomes.
RN Floor Nurse
Saint Luke's Hospital
Sioux City, Iowa
09.2008 - 09.2012
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging treatments.
- Supported patients receiving treatment by carefully listening and offering comfort.
- Educated patients on their diagnosis and treatment plans, providing emotional support when needed.
- Provided guidance to family members regarding end-of-life decisions related to advanced stages of cancer.
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored side effects.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
CNA
Saint Luke's Hospital
Sioux City, Iowa
01.2004 - 09.2008
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with daily activities and personal care needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient living spaces.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure quality patient care delivery.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families regarding care plans.
- Used proper body mechanics when lifting, transferring or positioning immobile patients.
Computer Programmer
K-Products
Orange City, Iowa
09.1998 - 06.2003
- Developed software solutions for inventory management systems.
- Collaborated with teams to design user-friendly interfaces.
- Debugged and tested applications to ensure functionality.
- Collaborated with other programmers to develop web-based applications using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP.
- Provided technical support for end-users and troubleshooting issues.
- Provided technical support for end-users experiencing difficulty with software programs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Briar Cliff University
Sioux City, IA09-2008
Associate of Science -
Western Iowa Tech Community College
Sioux City, IA09-1998
Skills
- Care coordination
- Case management
- Patient education
- Discharge planning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Health assessment
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award 2022
Certification
- RN/BSN
- AS/Computer Programming
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Home Care/Hospice Clinical Care Coordinator
Trinity Home Health Services
10.2024 - Current
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center
07.2019 - 10.2024
Clinical Nurse
Jackson Recovery Ctr
06.2016 - 01.2019
Registered Nurse, PACU
Mercy Medical Hospital
07.2012 - 09.2015
RN Floor Nurse
Saint Luke's Hospital
09.2008 - 09.2012
CNA
Saint Luke's Hospital
01.2004 - 09.2008
Computer Programmer
K-Products
09.1998 - 06.2003
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Briar Cliff University
Associate of Science -
Western Iowa Tech Community College
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