Teresita Areopagita
Rancho Santa Margarita,CA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Case Manager
Memorial Care Home Health
Laguna Hills, CA
03.2005 - Current
- Identified high-risk cases requiring intensive monitoring or specialized interventions.
- Facilitated transitions between levels of care through effective coordination of resources within a managed care environment.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards concerning utilization review, ethical decision making and legal aspects of case management practice.
- Communicated regularly with family members regarding patient care needs and progress toward goals.
- Monitored and evaluated effectiveness of treatment plans and interventions.
- Researched new technologies available for improved delivery of healthcare services.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Assessed patient's physical, mental, and psychosocial health status to develop individualized care plans.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress in the electronic health record.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients dealing with chronic illness or end-of-life issues.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Provided direct nursing care such as wound dressing changes, IV therapy, medication administration and patient education.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Facilitated referrals to community resources for additional support services.
- Educated patients on disease prevention strategies, wellness promotion techniques and lifestyle modifications.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
RN Floor Nurse
Mission Hospital Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo, CA
01.1999 - 02.2005
- Counseled family members regarding home care options and strategies for successful transition back into community environment.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Provided physical, psychological, and emotional support to patients.
- Demonstrated safe handling techniques when transferring and positioning bedridden patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored patient response to treatments.
- Evaluated patient progress towards goals set during initial assessment period.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and oxygen saturation levels.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Instructed patients in the use of adaptive equipment for mobility and daily living activities.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Conducted assessments of movement capabilities post-injury or surgery utilizing range-of-motion exercises, balance tests, gait training.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate rehabilitation services for optimal outcomes.
- Assisted with ambulation using appropriate assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
- Documented all aspects of patient care according to established protocols within a timely manner.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques for injury prevention or management of chronic illnesses.
- Developed discharge plans to ensure continuity of care after release from facility.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Performed wound care procedures including dressing changes and debridement of wounds.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
RN Charge RN (SNF)
Freedom Village Health Care Center
Lake Forest, CA
12.1993 - 03.2000
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Coordinated communication between interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care for each patient.
Education
Graduate in Nursing - Nursing Education
Nueva Ecija Colleges
Philippines04-1979
Bachelor of Arts - Nursing
Centro Escolar University
PhilippinesSkills
- Care Coordination
- Quality Improvement
- HIPAA Compliance
- Community Resources
- Insurance Knowledge
- Discharge Planning
- Medication Management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Case Management
- Disease Management
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Care Planning
- RN Case Management
- Patient Care and Education
- Patient Counseling
- Policy Adherence
- Community Resource Referrals
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Memorial Care Home Health
03.2005 - Current
RN Floor Nurse
Mission Hospital Mission Viejo
01.1999 - 02.2005
RN Charge RN (SNF)
Freedom Village Health Care Center
12.1993 - 03.2000
Graduate in Nursing - Nursing Education
Nueva Ecija Colleges
Bachelor of Arts - Nursing
Centro Escolar University
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