Sarah Bass
Whitehouse ,TX
Summary
Seasoned RN Case Manager with a robust background at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, showcasing expertise in care coordination and cultural competence. Excelled in enhancing nursing satisfaction and patient care through innovative leadership and advocacy. Proven track record in improving patient outcomes and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, with a commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Case Manager
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
07.2021 - Current
- Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff, and patients.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
RN Floor Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2015 - 06.2021
- Established compassionate environment by providing psychological, emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in Rehabilitation environment.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Nurse Shift Supervisor
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
11.2015 - 11.2017
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
- Supervised nurses and nursing activities in 94-bed hospital by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX12-2014
Associate of Science - Science
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TX05-2012
Skills
- Care Coordination
- Discharge Planning
- Cultural competence
- Insurance knowledge
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse- Compact
- Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
- Certified Case Manager
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
07.2021 - Current
Nurse Shift Supervisor
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
11.2015 - 11.2017
RN Floor Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2015 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Tyler
Associate of Science - Science
Tyler Junior College
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