Sandra Pearlstein
19701 WT Gallaway ST, Manor
Summary
Dynamic Nursing Case Manager with Team Select Home Care, adept at delivering exceptional patient care and education. Proven expertise in managing complex pediatric cases, including tracheostomy and mechanical ventilation. Strong communicator and critical thinker, skilled in medication administration and patient assessments, ensuring optimal outcomes for high-risk populations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Case Manager
Team Select Home Care
Austin
01.2023 - Current
- Managed and supervised the continuum of care for medically complex pediatric patients from hospital discharge planning through admission within the homecare setting.
- Strong communication skills and focus on empowering the patient to support optimal wellness while advocating for necessary medical services.
- Provided direct nursing care to home health patients with tracheostomy, mechanical ventilation, G-button feeds and care, IV and other prescribed medications when needed.
- Developed a plan of care to be followed, and then supervised, educated, and evaluated clinical staff.
- Monitored patient's response to treatments and plan of care.
- Worked independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Combined strong clinical knowledge and critical thinking to facilitate a care plan that would ensure quality medical care for the high risk member population.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Care Options For Kids
Austin
02.2017 - Current
- Served as a staff nurse providing the highest quality of nursing care to children with complex medical conditions.
- Responsible for assessments and care planning.
- Facilitated medication management and monitored patients for side effects.
- Administered prescribed treatments and therapies.
- Nursing management and care for children with a tracheostomy, on mechanical ventilation, oxygenation, G-button and tube care, enteral feedings, nasogastric feedings and care.
- Documented health findings and information in patients' charts.
- Monitored patients' conditions during treatment or recovery periods to determine progress or need for modification of treatment plan.
- Implemented infection control measures within the pediatric unit environment in order to reduce risk of transmission.
- Initiated emergency interventions when necessary to stabilize a patient's condition prior to transfer or admission to the hospital setting.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in condition using electronic medical record systems.
- Utilized age-specific teaching techniques when educating patients and families on self-care strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses, therapists and dieticians to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients.
- Identified potential risk factors in pediatric populations through ongoing assessment of environmental hazards.
- Assessed patient's physical, mental and emotional health by taking vital signs, observing skin condition, reviewing medical history and administering tests.
- Instructed parents and guardians regarding home care needs such as medication administration and disease management.
- Provided compassionate care to patients and families by listening to their concerns and addressing their needs.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Epic Home Health Services
Austin
08.2011 - 02.2017
- .Served as a staff nurse providing the highest quality of nursing care to children with complex medical conditions. Responsible for assessments and care planning. Facilitated medication management and monitored patients for side effects. Administered prescribed treatments and therapies. Nursing management and care for children with a tracheostomy, on mechanical ventilation, oxygenation, G-button and tube care, enteral feedings, nasogastric feedings and care. Instructed patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment
- Assessed patient's physical, mental and emotional health by taking vital signs, observing skin condition, reviewing medical history and administering tests.
Case Manager
PSA Healthcare
Austin
08.2010 - 07.2011
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, caregivers, social services and other agencies to ensure client needs were met.
- Educated clients about mental health conditions, medications and self-care techniques.
- Assisted with applications for government benefits such as Medicaid or Social Security Disability Insurance.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to coordinate treatment plans for clients.
- Counseled clients on available resources within the community that could help meet their needs.
- Monitored client progress through regular follow-up contacts.
Travel Registered Nurse NICU
ST David’s Medical Center
Austin
09.2009 - 06.2010
- Six month NICU travel assignment.
- Responsible for assessments and care planning, medication administration, and coordination of care.
- Administration of prescribed treatments and therapies, and emergency management,
- Provide direct nursing care for infants with with endotracheal tubes, IV medications, nasogastric feedings total parenteral nutrition feedings,, mechanical ventilation, and oxygenation by either O2 tank or by oxygen concentrator, and bottle feedings.
- Communicated with family and multi-disciplinary team. Health promotion and teaching care of infants with future tracheostomies, GB and tube care, enteral feedings, mechanical ventilation, and oxygenation by either O2 tank or by oxygen concentrator.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing And Management
University of Colorado Health Science Center
Denver, CO12.2004
Nursing Education No Degree Transfer To University
Arapahoe Community College/ Prerequisites Nursing
Littleton, COSkills
- Exceptional capacity to deliver outstanding nursing care and customer service
- Excellent communication skills with family and multi-disciplinary team, health promotion, and educating families on how to care for their child
- Strong ability to multitask, manage emergencies, and complete priorities with ease
- Highly skilled at patient assessments, medication administration, central line therapies, documentation and computer charting, oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, mechanical ventilators, tracheostomy care, NG feedings, and G-button enteral tube feedings
Education and Training
other,other,other
References
- Kathi Rivas, RN, Supervisor for PHC (512) 762-1949 Pediatric Healthcare Connection
- Crystal Lopez, Client Services Coordinator for PHC (737) 272-8448 Pediatric Healthcare Connection
- Matthew P. Daniels, HR Director for PHC (832) 377-9896 Pediatric Healthcare Connection
License, Certificate, Affiliations
- Texas State Board of Nursing License #783660,. Original Issue Date 04/30/2022, Expires 11/30/2026 Multi-state Compact License.
- American Heart Association BLS. Expires 07/30/2026
- Member of the American Nurses Association.
- Member of the Texas Nurses Association.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nursing Case Manager
Team Select Home Care
01.2023 - Current
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Care Options For Kids
02.2017 - Current
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Epic Home Health Services
08.2011 - 02.2017
Case Manager
PSA Healthcare
08.2010 - 07.2011
Travel Registered Nurse NICU
ST David’s Medical Center
09.2009 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing And Management
University of Colorado Health Science Center
Nursing Education No Degree Transfer To University
Arapahoe Community College/ Prerequisites Nursing
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