Sean Sullivan
Cookeville,TN
Summary
Registered Nurse with 10 years of experience in hospice case management. Demonstrated expertise in communication, interpersonal relations, and management. Aiming to utilize nursing, education, counseling, and ministry skills to enhance patient care as a Hospice RN / Clinical Liaison.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Liaison
Hospice of Tennessee
Cookeville, Tennessee
04.2025 - Current
- Facilitated communication among patients, families, and healthcare providers to enhance care coordination.
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive treatment.
- Educated families on hospice services and available resources to improve understanding.
Patient Care Manager
Caris Hospice
Cookeville, Tennessee
07.2024 - 04.2025
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams and families to enhance treatment outcomes.
- Trained staff on best practices for hospice care, improving service delivery standards.
- Monitored compliance with healthcare regulations and policies to ensure operational integrity.
RN Case Manager
Care 360 Hospice
Toledo, Ohio
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams and families to enhance treatment effectiveness.
- Managed documentation of patient assessments and care updates in electronic systems for accuracy.
- Educated families on end-of-life care options and available resources, ensuring informed decisions.
- Conducted regular visits to ensure quality of care and compliance with hospice regulations.
- Collaborated with social workers to address emotional and psychological support needs effectively.
- Performed patient assessments to evaluate medical and emotional requirements comprehensively.
- Served as liaison between patients, families, hospice staff, and physicians regarding treatment options.
- Developed individualized care plans based on thorough assessments of physical and psychological needs.
RN Case Manager
Ohio Living Home Health and Hospice
Toledo, Ohio
06.2018 - 02.2024
- Delivered compassionate, high-quality nursing care across home, skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care settings.
- Provided case management and follow-up care for hospice patients, ensuring seamless transitions.
- Contributed to census growth in multiple assisted living and memory care facilities.
- Trained new hires in preceptor and supervisory roles, enhancing team capabilities.
RN Case Manager
Kindred Hospice
Cookeville, Tennessee
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Delivered award-winning hospice nursing care to patients and clients.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop and manage initial plans of care.
- Coordinated comprehensive patient care across various healthcare disciplines.
- Received 2017 Clinician of the Year Award for exceptional service.
- Honored with 2017 Kindred Touchstone Award for Excellence in Care.
RN Case Manager/Marketing Assistant
Upper Cumberland Hospice
Cookeville, Tennessee
11.2015 - 04.2016
- Delivered admission, case management, and skilled nursing visits for patients.
- Supported marketing of hospice services to regional healthcare agencies.
- Collaborated with marketing director to conduct workshops for local healthcare providers.
RN Case Manager/Staff Mentor
Avalon Hospice
Cookeville, TN
10.2014 - 10.2015
- Facilitated admissions, case management, and skilled nursing visits for clients and families.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance local service delivery.
- Assisted in training hospice team following merger in Castle Rock, Colorado.
Aide / RN
Cookeville Regional Medical Center
Cookeville, Tennessee
10.2011 - 02.2015
- Developed individualized care plans through collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Provided comprehensive nursing care in Med Surg/Oncology settings to enhance patient outcomes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Tennessee State University
05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Liberty University
OnlineSkills
- Award-winning clinical nurse
- Empathetic and engaging personality
- Effective communication skills
- Judgment and decision-making
- Teaching and interpersonal skills
- Positive motivation
Volunteer Experience
- Past President, Putnam County TN Right to Life, 2007-2009
- Board of Directors, Putnam County Jail Ministry, 2009-2012
- Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Instructor, 2009-2017
- Board of Directors, First United Pentecostal Church of Cookeville, TN, 2006-2017
- Board of Directors, First Apostolic Church of Toledo, 2018-2024
- Board of Directors, Apostolic Christian Academy, 2022-2024
Awards
- Clinician of the Year Award, 2017
- Kindred Touchstone Award for Excellence of Care, 2017
Certification
- Nurse Compact Multistate Nursing License
- American Heart Association BLS Certified
Timeline
Clinical Liaison
Hospice of Tennessee
04.2025 - Current
Patient Care Manager
Caris Hospice
07.2024 - 04.2025
RN Case Manager
Care 360 Hospice
02.2024 - 07.2024
RN Case Manager
Ohio Living Home Health and Hospice
06.2018 - 02.2024
RN Case Manager
Kindred Hospice
08.2017 - 06.2018
RN Case Manager/Marketing Assistant
Upper Cumberland Hospice
11.2015 - 04.2016
RN Case Manager/Staff Mentor
Avalon Hospice
10.2014 - 10.2015
Aide / RN
Cookeville Regional Medical Center
10.2011 - 02.2015
Associate of Applied Science -
Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Liberty University