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Sara Lizotte

Kernersville,NC

Summary

Highly organized case manager with several years of experience as registered nurse. Offering a proven history of successfully advocating for patients and working with practitioners. Passionate about delivering quality care and facilitating efficient healthcare coordination.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Aetna/CVS
WFH, North Carolina
02.2019 - Current
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated individualized nursing care plans for each member.
  • Developed relationships with members and caregivers to ensure they received the highest quality of care.
  • Collaborated with physicians, social workers and other healthcare professionals to achieve more healthy days for our members.
  • Provided education and counseling on health promotion, risk reduction strategies, disease prevention and self-care techniques to members and their caregivers.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss treatment options for complex cases.

Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager

Brookdale
Greensboro, NC
04.2015 - 02.2019
  • Assessed safety risks in the home environment such as fall hazards or improper use of medical equipment.
  • Developed care plans and coordinated services for home health patients.
  • Performed comprehensive physical assessments in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
  • Provided skilled nursing assessments, interventions, and treatments to homebound patients.
  • Counseled family members on how best to provide ongoing support for their loved one's recovery at home.
  • Collaborated with physicians, families, and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality of care.

Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager

Advanced Home Care Inc.
High Point, NC
04.2012 - 04.2015
  • Trained new home health nurses, sharing best practices and clinical expertise.
  • Managed the administration of intravenous (IV) therapies and nutrition.
  • Provided wound care, including dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection.
  • Offered guidance on medication management, ensuring adherence to therapy plans.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management and prevention techniques.
  • Assessed patient conditions during in-home visits, developing personalized care plans.
  • Coordinated with physicians and healthcare teams to update patient progress and adjust care plans.

Registered Nurse Unit Manager

Sava Senior Care
Greensboro, NC
09.2009 - 04.2012
  • Performed diagnostic tests and interpreted results to identify abnormal conditions or diseases.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, respiration rate, temperature and pulse.
  • Assessed patients' health condition and developed nursing care plans accordingly.
  • Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff.
  • Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth, and professional development.
  • Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
05-2021

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-Salem, NC
06-2009

Skills

  • Home infusion care
  • Medical assessment
  • Patient care planning
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Quality Improvement
  • Staff education and training
  • Patient Management
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Care Coordination
  • Case Management

Accomplishments

  • Certified in Infection Control 2010
  • Won Success Story at Aetna/CVS in 2020
  • Graduated with Honors from Capella University in 2021
  • Motivational Interviewing Champion 2024
  • Completed Aetna/CVS Preceptor Program 2024
  • Member of Aetna/CVS Leadership Growth Committee

Affiliations

  • member of WISE CRG
  • member of GREEN CRG
  • member of Capella's National Society of Leadership and Success NSLS

Certification

  • CPR/AED certified via American Heart Association
  • Registered Nurse License # 235222

Timeline

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Aetna/CVS
02.2019 - Current

Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager

Brookdale
04.2015 - 02.2019

Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager

Advanced Home Care Inc.
04.2012 - 04.2015

Registered Nurse Unit Manager

Sava Senior Care
09.2009 - 04.2012

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Capella University

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Forsyth Technical Community College

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