Teri McNeely
Hoopeston,IL
Summary
Skilled utilization review nurse offering talents in continuous assessments and clinical records oversight. Pleasant individual with several years in the nursing field. Ready to join new company that appreciates attention to detail and exemplary clinical review skills. Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive, and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings multi-year record in field.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Night Shift RN
Heritage Health: Therapy & Senior Care
Hoopeston, IL
12.2021 - Current
- Communicated effectively with patients to ensure understanding of their plan of care.
- Provided emotional support to family members during stressful times.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Identified potential safety hazards within the environment of care and took corrective action as needed.
- Managed time efficiently between multiple tasks throughout shift.
- Assisted with end-of-life decisions when necessary while providing emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns in electronic medical records system.
- Implemented infection control measures such as hand hygiene techniques.
- Documented all nursing interventions in a timely manner according to accepted standards of practice.
- Provided education on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment of illnesses.
- Encouraged patient independence by helping them complete activities of daily living.
- Provided a safe environment for patients through proper use of safety protocols.
- Administered intravenous medications as prescribed by physician orders.
- Performed wound dressings, IV insertions and blood draws.
- Monitored patient's nutrition status and hydration levels.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving life threatening conditions.
- Ensured that all medications were administered properly following established policies.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient progress and needs.
- Assessed patients' vital signs and condition to determine appropriate care.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines to provide safe quality patient care.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal care for each patient.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
RN Case Manager/Utilization Review Nurse
Carle HRHC
Hoopeston, IL
06.2013 - 05.2021
- Facilitated transitions between levels of care through effective coordination of resources within a managed care environment.
- Assessed patient's physical, mental, and psychosocial health status to develop individualized care plans.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to case management processes.
- Communicated regularly with family members regarding patient care needs and progress toward goals.
- Educated patients on disease prevention strategies, wellness promotion techniques and lifestyle modifications.
- Facilitated referrals to community resources for additional support services.
- Developed discharge plans for patients transitioning from acute care settings to home or alternate facilities.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients dealing with chronic illness or end-of-life issues.
- Actively participated in multidisciplinary rounds discussing complex cases with members of the healthcare team.
- Monitored and evaluated effectiveness of treatment plans and interventions.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards concerning utilization review, ethical decision making and legal aspects of case management practice.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress in the electronic health record.
- Identified high-risk cases requiring intensive monitoring or specialized interventions.
- Analyzed financial information related to insurance coverage eligibility prior to initiating services.
- Coordinated medical services between primary care providers, specialists, hospitals and outpatient clinics.
- Conducted weekly interdisciplinary team meetings to review case management activities for assigned caseloads.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Reviewed clinical data including lab results, radiology reports and vital signs to assess appropriateness of treatments.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Danville Area Community College
Danville, IL12-2009
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Electronic health records
- Care coordination
- Critical thinking
- Emotional support
- Patient education
- Time management
- Clinical documentation
- Safety protocols
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Regulatory compliance
- Quality improvement
- Basic life support
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Compassion and empathy
- Clinical judgment
- Health promotion
- Discharge planning
- Research utilization
- Family advocacy
- Care plan development
- Indirect patient care
- Emotional awareness
- Policy compliance
- Geriatric treatment
- Patient discharging
Accomplishments
- Was chosen Employee of the Month during my tenure at Carle HRHC
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Night Shift RN
Heritage Health: Therapy & Senior Care
12.2021 - Current
RN Case Manager/Utilization Review Nurse
Carle HRHC
06.2013 - 05.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Danville Area Community College