Tara Johnson-Wason
Louisville,KY
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with over 12 years in healthcare management and clinical support. Skilled in developing individualized care plans, managing case coordination, and advocating for patient needs within multidisciplinary teams. Proficient in insurance processing and compliance, with strong organizational skills to prioritize and manage multiple tasks. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes and operational efficiency through effective collaboration and utilization of electronic medical records.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Coordinator/Case Manager
St. Croix & Adoration Home Health
Louisville, KY
01.2014 - Current
- Provided patient advocacy and education, developing individualized care plans to enhance recovery and promote independence.
- Coordinated and managed skilled services for patient referrals recovering from surgery, illness, or chronic conditions to ensure continuity of care.
- Oversaw chronic care and comorbidities in emergency, critical care, orthopedic, and medical-surgical settings to enhance patient outcomes.
- Reviewed medical charts, initiated state-of-care plans, and oversaw the coordination of home health services.
- Built and sustained relationships with physicians, hospital administrators, and nurse managers to facilitate effective patient care.
- Collaborated with multiple branches to fortify clinical operations and improve outcomes.
- Exercised critical thinking and problem-solving skills while collaborating with team members.
- Promoted wellness-focused mindset to enhance patient care and recovery.
Oncology Clinical Nurse/Research Nurse
Norton Cancer Institute
Louisville, KY
05.2011 - 09.2014
- Screened, consented, and enrolled patients in clinical trials, ensuring compliance with protocols and regulatory standards.
- Conducted comprehensive clinical assessments, managed investigational medications, and coordinated care with multidisciplinary teams.
- Collaborated with pathology and financial counselors to secure timely testing, accurate billing, and necessary insurance approvals.
- Presented clinical findings at tumor board conferences, contributing to informed decision-making and patient care strategies.
- Maintained meticulous documentation to ensure medication accountability and uphold research compliance standards.
- Worked as an oncology registered nurse.
NeuroSpecialist (Territory Sales Representative)
Integra LifeSciences
Louisville, KY
01.2002 - 01.2009
- Promoted and sold surgical and ICU head trauma products, consistently achieving and surpassing annual sales objectives
- Supported neurosurgeons in operating rooms by delivering technical expertise on product application.
- Built strong relationships with surgeons, nurse practitioners, and hospital administrators to enhance collaboration.
- Received multiple sales awards, including: Steel Instrument Contest Winner (2004). President Club Member (2007).
Territory Sales Representative
Atrium Medical
01.1998 - 01.2002
- Sold Cardiothoracic chest tubes and drains.
- Managed territory sales for Atrium Medical medical device products across healthcare accounts.
- Developed relationships with surgeons, nurses, and hospital purchasing teams.
- Presented product features and clinical benefits to healthcare providers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bellarmine
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Louisville
Skills
- Patient Care Coordination
- Case Management
- Care advocacy
- Patient Outcome Improvement
- Patient Safety Initiatives
- Clinical documentation EMR
- Oncology
- Clinical Research Protocols
- Billing and coding
- Healthcare Sales
- Territory Management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Team Collaboration
- Leadership
- Organized skills
- Relationship building
- Compassionate
Timeline
Patient Care Coordinator/Case Manager
St. Croix & Adoration Home Health
01.2014 - Current
Oncology Clinical Nurse/Research Nurse
Norton Cancer Institute
05.2011 - 09.2014
NeuroSpecialist (Territory Sales Representative)
Integra LifeSciences
01.2002 - 01.2009
Territory Sales Representative
Atrium Medical
01.1998 - 01.2002
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bellarmine
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Louisville