Shelly Kersey
Miamisburg,OH
Summary
Dedicated Nurse Navigator with expertise in care coordination, patient education, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven ability to streamline patient care and ensure adherence to treatment protocols.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
BPH Nurse Navigator
Dayton Physicians Network
Centerville, OH
12.2022 - Current
- Streamlined appointment scheduling for better provider-patient communication.
- Educated patients on treatment options and healthcare resources available.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient support.
- Managed follow-up care and ensured adherence to treatment protocols.
- Developed educational materials to enhance patient understanding of conditions.
- Monitored patient progress and communicated updates to the care team effectively.
- Reviewed medical records for accuracy and completeness in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Facilitated communication between providers, patients, and families throughout the treatment process.
- Coordinated with physicians, nurses, and other staff to ensure quality patient care.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
Transitional Care Management Nurse
Dayton Physicians Network
Kettering, Ohio
06.2015 - 12.2022
- Coordinated interdisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive patient care.
- Educated patients on medical conditions, treatment plans, and self-care techniques.
- Executed physician orders for patient follow-up after hospitalization.
- Ensured documentation accuracy and compliance with established guidelines.
- Managed multiple tasks while prioritizing urgent requests from healthcare professionals.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources and community agencies for additional support.
- Utilized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) alongside Electronic Health Record (EHR).
- Maintained thorough, accurate, and confidential electronic medical records.
Infusion Nurse
Dayton Physicians Network
Kettering, Ohio
12.2012 - 06.2015
- Administered intravenous medications and fluids to patients according to physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Educated patients on infusion procedures, potential side effects, and self-care techniques.
- Performed venipuncture procedures when necessary for accessing central lines or port catheters.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records for infusion treatments.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
Registered Nurse - Team Lead
Miami Valley Hospital
Dayton, OH
11.2006 - 12.2012
- Represented the unit at various committees or task forces as assigned by upper management.
- Coordinated daily patient assessments and care plans with interdisciplinary teams.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families regarding care needs.
- Advocated for patient rights and coordinated resources for effective resolution.
- Participated in interdisciplinary meetings to discuss patient progress and develop discharge plans for successful transitions home or into long-term facilities.
- Assessed patients' medical conditions and developed individualized plans of care to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care activities across the continuum of care.
- Provided direct patient care and supervised nursing staff in a fast-paced, acute care setting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Athens, Ohio, OH11-2006
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH09-2006
Skills
- Care coordination
- Patient education
- Medical record management
- Diagnostic interpretation
- Treatment adherence
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
CPR
Timeline
BPH Nurse Navigator
Dayton Physicians Network
12.2022 - Current
Transitional Care Management Nurse
Dayton Physicians Network
06.2015 - 12.2022
Infusion Nurse
Dayton Physicians Network
12.2012 - 06.2015
Registered Nurse - Team Lead
Miami Valley Hospital
11.2006 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Sinclair Community College