Sarah Elledge

Provide case management and care coordination for hospitalized patients; including patient's with advanced heart failure, ESRD, and diabetes

Advocate for patients with complex psychosocial needs

Ensure pts are able to safely transition from the hospital to an appropriate setting

Collaborate with members of a multidisciplinary team

Discharge planning/Utilization management

• Prioritized patient care based on resource availability and need level.
• Provided patients and their family members with relevant instructions and education.
• Clearly communicated with supervisors, health care providers, patients, and family members about patient needs and progress.
• Built cooperative relationship and rapport with patients and actively sought information to understand issues, needs, and expectations.
• Trained and precepted nursing professionals and ancillary staff to achieve patient care goals.

• Under the supervision of the RN, provide direct patient care to promote the safety, comfort, and well being of the individual by assisting with nutritional intake, mobility, and hygiene.
• Maintain a professional, culturally and developmentally sensitive attitude at all times.