Sandra Pepka
Webster,MA
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Fallon Health
10.2004 - 11.2013
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
- Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing comprehensive assessments and developing tailored care plans.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Hubbard Regional Hospital
03.1998 - 10.2004
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
- Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing comprehensive assessments and developing tailored care plans.
- Streamlined care coordination processes to reduce hospital readmissions and emergency department visits.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary team communication through regular case conferences, promoting effective collaboration for optimal patient care.
Staff Nurse
Hubbard Regional Hospital
05.1977 - 03.1998
Visiting Nurse
Southern Worcester County VNA
02.1994 - 03.1997
Visiting Nurse
Central Multicare
07.1991 - 02.1994
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Education
Quinsigamond Community College
Worcester, MA05-1990
Skills
- Direct patient care
- EMR / EHR
- Care coordination
- Patient assessments
- Home care management
- Patient care planning
- Clinical assessment
- Healthcare regulations
- Care management
- Staff education and training
- Utilization review
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Effective communication
- Patient and family advocacy
- Quality Improvement
Accomplishments
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Supervision - Headed onboarding process for new nursing staff.
- Collaborated with team of 10 in the development of quality assessment tools for variance tracking and QI processes for Continuing Care Dept..
Timeline
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Fallon Health
10.2004 - 11.2013
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Hubbard Regional Hospital
03.1998 - 10.2004
Visiting Nurse
Southern Worcester County VNA
02.1994 - 03.1997
Visiting Nurse
Central Multicare
07.1991 - 02.1994
Staff Nurse
Hubbard Regional Hospital
05.1977 - 03.1998
Associate of Science - Nursing Education
Quinsigamond Community College
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