Teresa Lawsky
Laguna Beach,CA
Summary
Healthcare professional equipped with extensive experience in patient navigation and care coordination. Known for improving patient outcomes through effective communication and resource optimization. Strong team collaborator with focus on achieving measurable results and adapting to dynamic healthcare needs.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Breast Health Nurse Navigator
Salinas Valley Health
07.2024 - Current
- Coordinated appropriate and efficient delivery of healthcare services to promote optimal outcomes by assessing and matching unmet needs with referrals and support services.
- Facilitated timely scheduling of appointments, diagnostic testing and procedures to advocate for patients, expedite plan of care and promote continuity.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and support services.
- Enhanced patient experience by providing personalized care, addressing individual needs, and excellent patient education.
- Supported patients during transitions between healthcare settings by providing information, resources, and emotional support.
Director/Lead Nurse Navigator
The Laurus Project
09.2015 - 07.2024
- Founder of the organization and developer of eight initiatives in breast health navigation/advocacy, medical research, and support programs serving 1000+ people to date
- Functioned as Lead Nurse Navigator for newly diagnosed breast cancer patients ensuring prompt medical care for underserved individuals, including disease process education and sufficient support services
- Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
- Secured key partnerships that contributed to the company''s overall growth strategy and reach.
Breast Oncology Nurse Navigator
Hoag Hospital
09.2013 - 09.2015
- Supported the oncology patient and family to navigate the continuum of care from screening to survivorship
- Assessment of physical and psychosocial needs was performed to ensure seamless quality and comprehensive services to achieve desired outcomes
- Developed Young Survivor Support Group for newly diagnosed breast cancer patients
Senior Nurse Clinician/Breast Oncology Nurse Navigator
NYU Langone Health Clinical Cancer Center
06.2004 - 09.2013
- Served as nurse navigator/care coordinator at Surgical Oncology, Breast Disease.
- Facilitated and coordinated care for newly diagnosed breast cancer patients by ongoing systematic assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care according to the nursing process.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Loma Linda University
Loma Linda, CASkills
- Expert Registered Nurse
- Leadership
- Excellent Communication
- Care coordination
- Patient and family advocacy
- Customer service
- Organizational Skills
- Patient education
- Educational materials development
- Multidisciplinary communication
- Basic life support for healthcare providers
Certification
- CA Registered Nurse License, 516926
- NY Registered Nurse License, 512938-1
Affiliations
- Advisory Board Member at Create Cures Foundation
- American Nurses Association
Timeline
Breast Health Nurse Navigator
Salinas Valley Health
07.2024 - Current
Director/Lead Nurse Navigator
The Laurus Project
09.2015 - 07.2024
Breast Oncology Nurse Navigator
Hoag Hospital
09.2013 - 09.2015
Senior Nurse Clinician/Breast Oncology Nurse Navigator
NYU Langone Health Clinical Cancer Center
06.2004 - 09.2013
- CA Registered Nurse License, 516926
- NY Registered Nurse License, 512938-1
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Loma Linda University
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