Samantha Therrien
Westport,MA
Summary
Registered Nurse Case Manager with 30 years of experience dedicated to quality Care of diverse patients. Smoothly blend hands-on skills with advanced clinical background. Successful at working with all levels of healthcare providers, physicians and administrators to address patient needs. Health Care professional in complicated situations and the proven ability to provide outstanding patient care. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Supportive Clinical Liaison anticipates patient needs and understands expectations. Committed to treating others with compassion, courteous, fairness and respect. Adept at assessing and admitting new patients and aiding with management and marketing of hospital accounts. Caring Clinical Liaison with over years of experience serving as a vital link between patients and physicians. Understanding and accommodating with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Talented at communicating patient needs to healthcare providers and ensuring those needs are met through periodic evaluations and inspections. Caring Clinical Liaison with over [Number] years of experience serving as a vital link between patients and physicians. Understanding and accommodating with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Talented at communicating patient needs to healthcare providers and ensuring those needs are met through periodic evaluations and inspections.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Clinical Liaison
Vibra Hospital of Southeastern Massachusetts
2023.10 - Current
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing clinical outcomes, streamlining workflows, and identifying areas for potential cost savings.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, coordinating appropriate resources for optimal patient management.
- Supported nursing staff development by creating targeted training programs focused on clinical skills and best practices.
- Facilitated collaboration among healthcare providers through regular interdisciplinary meetings, fostering a team approach to patient care.
- Streamlined communication between hospital staff, patients, and families to ensure timely updates and smooth transitions of care.
- Improved efficiency in the admissions process by developing a standardized system for collecting essential information from incoming patients.
- Conducted thorough assessments of newly admitted patients to determine individual needs, establish baseline data, and develop personalized care plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with case management teams to identify high-risk patients requiring additional support and resources upon hospital discharge.
- Acted as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers during critical situations, ensuring that all parties were informed of the current status and anticipated course of action.
- Strengthened relationships between the facility and community partners by participating in outreach events and promoting available services to local residents.
RN Case Manager/ Utilization Review/Discharge Planner
St Lukes hospital
2020.02 - Current
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance
- Managed resident admissions and discharge and referrals to other facilities, home health agencies and hospice based on resident and family needs, preferences and resources
- Collaborated with providers to obtain required clinical information, supporting prior authorization determinations and individual inquiries
- Collaborated with physicians during medical rounds, updated treatment plans and provided plan of care to patients and families
- Actively participated in family and patient planning processes
- Updated and maintained discharge plan of care with physician, members of healthcare team, patients and families
- Arranged placement of admissions and transfers in accordance with clinical standards and guidelines.
Staff Nurse
Southcoast St Luke's Hospital
2019.01 - 2019.02
- Procedures, providing sedation and monitoring during procedures and monitoring during procedures Nuclear stress testing and Cardiac CCTA Transported patients to and from rooms and prepared for treatments according to individual specifications
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Staff Nurse/ Perioperative /PCA
Southcoast Charlton Memorial Hospital
2016.01 - 2018.01
- In preop preparing pts for surgical procedures 20015 Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment and administered medications and IVs
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions
- Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
Per Diem Nurse
Home Care
2015.01 - 2016.01
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and pulse; gained proficiency and knowledge in OASIS Controlled and responded appropriately to physical, emotional, and developmental needs of patients.
Staff Nurse
Same Day Surgical Clinic of New England
2001.03 - 2015.09
- In Recovery second stage Post general Surgical, Endoscopy, Cardiac Cath EP and Vascular procedures Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks
- Treated and monitored wounds using liquid skin, sutures and bandages
- Incorporated business unit and health system's goals to improve patient safety, quality and satisfaction.
Perioperative Clinical Coordinator
Medical Resource
2009.01 - 2015.01
- Manage clinical care for this Ambulatory Surgical Center Provide ongoing leadership in coordinating and maintaining high levels of nursing care Review charts for quality assurance and employee health Staff Nurse for OR, Endoscopy, Preop and Recovery experience
Medical Legal Nurse Consultant
Medical Legal Consultants
2008.01 - 2014.01
- Duties include: reviewing medical records of patients, screening cases for merit, analyzing records for medical and nursing standards of care, and summarizing medical records for law firms and consulting groups Selected and assigned to consult in a CSA case in Connecticut in 2014 for an attorney – gaining a case win.
Residents Service Director / Director of Nurses
Atria Assisted Living
2008.01 - 2009.01
- Provided leadership and oversaw care management of patients in this 127-bed assisted living facility Facilitated and participated with the nursing staff in daily care risk identification and communication with patients, families, and physicians Ensured patients rights, safety, and choices were safeguarded.
Nurse Manager
Royal of Fairhaven
2007.01 - 2008.01
- As a patient advocate, used extensive knowledge of discharge planning to complete medical documentation Led treatments and assisted on each treatment plan for patients in Sub Acute & Long Term Rehab unit.
Nurse Manager
Catholic Memorial Home
2004.01 - 2006.01
- Led in patient management for 40-bed unit (Hospice/Long & Short Term Rehab) – medication reconciliation and care plan development Collaboratively worked with other health professions on patient health goals.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
Education
Cerificate - Legal Nursing
New England Medical Legal Consultants
Warwick, RI05.2004
Dipolma - Nursing
St. Joseph's School of Nursing North Providence
Rhode Island05.1995
Skills
- Patient Care Planning
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
- Nursing Consultation
- Creative Problem Solving
- Care Coordination
- Community Program Referrals
- Rehabilitation Assistance
- Medical Assessment
- Compassionate and Caring
- Decision Making
- Clear Patient Communication
- Community Healthcare Programming
- Skillful with MAR EPIC
- Skillful with InterQual for UR
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Clinical Documentation
- Clinical assessment
- Healthcare regulations knowledge
- Ethical Practice
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient Advocacy
- Medical terminology expertise
- Patient and family advocacy
- Medical record review
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Reliability
Accomplishments
- Medical Legal Consulting
- CPR
- ACLS
- IV Therapy
- PALS
Activities
- Monthly nursing blog – advanceweb.com 2016 (write a blog article each month for this company)
- Member of Massachusetts American Nurses Association 1995
Timeline
Registered Nurse Clinical Liaison
Vibra Hospital of Southeastern Massachusetts
2023.10 - Current
RN Case Manager/ Utilization Review/Discharge Planner
St Lukes hospital
2020.02 - Current
Staff Nurse
Southcoast St Luke's Hospital
2019.01 - 2019.02
Staff Nurse/ Perioperative /PCA
Southcoast Charlton Memorial Hospital
2016.01 - 2018.01
Per Diem Nurse
Home Care
2015.01 - 2016.01
Perioperative Clinical Coordinator
Medical Resource
2009.01 - 2015.01
Medical Legal Nurse Consultant
Medical Legal Consultants
2008.01 - 2014.01
Residents Service Director / Director of Nurses
Atria Assisted Living
2008.01 - 2009.01
Nurse Manager
Royal of Fairhaven
2007.01 - 2008.01
Nurse Manager
Catholic Memorial Home
2004.01 - 2006.01
Staff Nurse
Same Day Surgical Clinic of New England
2001.03 - 2015.09
Cerificate - Legal Nursing
New England Medical Legal Consultants
Dipolma - Nursing
St. Joseph's School of Nursing North Providence
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