Theresa A. Kane
West Lafayette,Indiana
Summary
Experienced in patient care, clinical assessments, and medical documentation. Strong interpersonal skills to build trust with patients and improve care delivery. Track record of maintaining accurate health records and implementing effective care strategies.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
PRN Registered Nurse
Advocate Medical Office Based Vascular Lab
10.2016 - 02.2018
- Admitted patients before Cardiac procedures by gathering health history, H&P, and informed consent
- Administered conscious sedation and documented procedure details
- Conducted extensive discharge planning and education to patient and family members
- Advocated for patients with insurance companies, securing coverage for necessary treatments and medications.
- Promoted a seamless healthcare experience for patients by coordinating appointments, referrals, and follow-ups as needed.
- Managed high-stress situations calmly, providing reassurance to distressed callers while gathering necessary information for accurate decisionmaking.
Legal Nurse Consultant/Independent Contractor
Ann Perkins RN
04.2017 - 01.2018
- Reviewed and analyzed medical records to interpret their relevance to a case
- Identified deviations and adherence as applicable to the standard of care
- Proficient in reviewing cases for mass tort litigation (Cases involved Testosterone, Xarelto, Pradaxa, Taxotere, and Invokana)
- Streamlined litigation processes through meticulous organization and management of large volumes of medical documents.
- Enhanced attorney understanding of complex medical issues by creating clear and concise reports detailing case analysis findings.
- Facilitated the development of strategic litigation plans by performing a comprehensive assessment of each case's strengths and weaknesses.
- Achieved successful case outcomes by reviewing medical records and identifying deviations from standards of care.
Float Pool Registered Nurse
Advocate Dreyer Clinic
09.2011 - 01.2015
- Worked in Cardiology, Oncology, Urology, Orthopedics, General Surgery, GI, OB/GYN, and Ophthalmology
- Communicated effectively over the phone to recognize the patient’s health concerns
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced office efficiency by managing patient appointments, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring timely communication between patients and healthcare providers.
- Promoted patient education with one-on-one consultations, providing guidance on treatment options and preventive measures.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes through comprehensive care planning and execution.
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illnesses or difficult diagnoses through empathetic listening and genuine compassion.
- Reviewed records for accurate documentation of patient conditions, treatments provided, and progress made throughout the course of care.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate and comprehensive care to diverse populations in a clinic setting.
- Assisted physicians during medical procedures such as minor surgeries or diagnostic tests to ensure effective completion of the task at hand.
Electrophysiology Lab Registered Nurse
St. Mary’s Hospital
04.2008 - 05.2011
- Utilized critical thinking skills to provide safe and efficient patient care to those undergoing Electrophysiology (EP) procedures
- Performed circulating and scrubbing roles for all procedures provided in the EP lab
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Operated as charge RN of the EP staff1-2 days per week
- Presented chart audits on pain assessments and interventions during EP procedures
- Assisted new management in updating and rewriting policy and procedures for the Invasive Cardiac Services Department
- Precepted Cardiac Services Dept during the transition to EPIC’s electronic medical record system
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Cross trained in Cardiac Procedure Unit, assisting in TEE’s, Cardioversion, Tilt table tests and stress testing as needed
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Registered Nurse
Saint Luke’s Hospital Heart Institute
07.2006 - 03.2008
- Worked on the Surgical Intermediate Cardiac Unit, cared for patients who had undergone open heart, thoracic, and cardiac procedures
- Ensured accuracy of patient records by meticulously documenting care and telemetry readings, contributing to high-quality patient care.
- Enhanced patient and family understanding of treatment plans with a comprehensive education on heart health and post-discharge care.
- Assisted with special projects, developed and implemented a new discharge method decreasing calls to surgeons and simplifying patient discharge process
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently monitoring cardiac telemetry and promptly responding to critical changes.
- Optimized patient outcomes in high-stress scenarios by remaining calm, focused, and utilizing critical thinking skills to provide appropriate interventions.
- Provided comprehensive cardiac education to patients and families, empowering them in self-care management post-discharge.
- Demonstrated expertise in various cardiac procedures such as EKG interpretation, defibrillation, cardioversion, and administration of emergency medications.
- Supported new nursing staff through mentorship and precepting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Kansas
05.2006
Skills
- Clinical assessment
- Medication management
- Critical thinking
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Accurate documentation
- Patient and family advocacy
- Decision-making
- Attention to detail
- Clear patient communication
Timeline
Legal Nurse Consultant/Independent Contractor
Ann Perkins RN
04.2017 - 01.2018
PRN Registered Nurse
Advocate Medical Office Based Vascular Lab
10.2016 - 02.2018
Float Pool Registered Nurse
Advocate Dreyer Clinic
09.2011 - 01.2015
Electrophysiology Lab Registered Nurse
St. Mary’s Hospital
04.2008 - 05.2011
Registered Nurse
Saint Luke’s Hospital Heart Institute
07.2006 - 03.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Kansas
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