Uraina McCall
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience, excelling in patient placement and clinical assessment. Proven ability to enhance treatment compliance through effective utilization review and critical thinking. Recognized for optimizing patient flow and improving resource management, ensuring high-quality care in fast-paced environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Placement Coordinator
Atrium Healthcare
Mint Hill, NC
04.2024 - Current
- Coordinated patient placement within healthcare facilities to optimize bed utilization.
- Managed electronic health records for accurate data entry and updates.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient flow processes.
- Communicated with medical staff to obtain admission and transfer information.
- Monitored bed availability, providing real-time status updates for resource management.
- Assisted in scheduling and prioritizing placements based on clinical needs.
Utilization Review Nurse
United Healthcare
Minneapolis, Minnesota
02.2024 - Current
- Conducted assessments of patient medical records for appropriateness of requested procedures.
- Reviewed medical records for compliance with policies and admission criteria.
- Communicated effective approval decisions to providers to facilitate care delivery.
- Performed initial, concurrent, and retrospective reviews of inpatient services.
- Referred cases needing secondary review based on failure to meet criteria.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards in utilization management.
- Managed inpatient utilization reviews in alignment with concurrent review requirements.
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
MultiCare Auburn Medical Center
Auburn, Washington
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and recognized changes in patient conditions promptly.
- Managed documentation of patient information in electronic health record system.
- Developed individualized teaching plans based on patient needs utilizing evidence based guidelines.
- Provided emergency medical services, including triage, resuscitation, stabilization and transport of critically ill or injured patients.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing quality care to patients in fast-paced environment.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Montefiore Hospital
The Bronx, New York
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Delivered direct patient care in high-pressure emergency department setting.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients with diverse acute conditions.
- Utilized advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and basic life support (BLS) techniques during emergencies.
- Monitored patient conditions to detect and address concerning changes.
- Administered emergency medical services, including triage, resuscitation, stabilization, and transport of critically ill patients.
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Duke Medical Center
Durham, North Carolina
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Delivered emergency medical services, including triage, resuscitation, and stabilization of critically ill patients.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments of trauma victims using advanced airway management techniques.
- Evaluated nursing interventions through observation of patient responses to treatments.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and discharge instructions for successful transitions.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment while ensuring quality patient care.
- Developed individualized teaching plans based on patient needs, utilizing evidence-based guidelines.
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Carolina East Medical Center
New Bern, North Carolina
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Administered medications and treatments per established protocols, ensuring compliance with standards.
- Monitored vital signs, promptly recognizing changes in patient conditions.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and discharge instructions for better understanding.
- Maintained accurate electronic medical records of assessments, treatments, and progress notes.
- Coordinated transfers to other facilities, completing required paperwork accurately and timely.
- Provided emergency medical services including triage, resuscitation, stabilization, and transport of critically ill patients.
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
John Muir Medical Center
Concord, California
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Delivered direct patient care in high-pressure emergency department environment.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient assessments.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and discharge instructions.
- Managed documentation of patient information in electronic health record system.
- Evaluated nursing interventions by observing patient's response to treatment.
Travel Registered Nurse
Providence Portland Medical Center
Portland, Oregon
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Managed emergency care situations through critical thinking and decisive actions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to formulate treatment strategies for complex cases.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies and changes in patient conditions.
- Ensured compliance with laws and regulations governing nursing practices for travel nurses.
- Documented patient information accurately, including medical history and vital signs.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient requirements.
Utilization Review Nurse
Atrium Healthcare
Charlotte, North Carolina
10.2019 - 10.2021
- Documented utilization review findings in electronic health record systems for data integrity.
- Analyzed treatment plans to ensure compliance with clinical guidelines.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to address and resolve complex cases.
- Evaluated clinical documentation for accuracy to inform coverage determinations.
- Applied medical criteria and clinical judgment to assess and establish case determinations.
- Monitored pre-authorization requests to confirm receipt of necessary information before service approval.
- Maintained knowledge of benefit plans, medical policies, and state-specific clinical guidelines.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Novant Presbyterian Medical Center
Charlotte, North Carolina
11.2019 - 03.2021
- Managed high-volume caseload in fast-paced emergency room environment.
- Responded swiftly to life-threatening emergencies while exhibiting composure.
- Ensured adherence to hospital policies and compliance with regulations.
- Administered medications and therapies to patients as part of treatment protocols.
- Maintained precise records of patient care using electronic medical record system.
- Utilized advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and basic life support (BLS) techniques during critical interventions.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Atrium Health Mercy Hospital
Charlotte, North Carolina
06.2015 - 10.2019
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures in the ER.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, technicians, therapists, social workers, family members and other healthcare providers.
- Assisted in training new staff members on proper nursing protocols for emergency room operations.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services rendered utilizing the electronic medical record system.
Vascular Access Registered Nurse
Atrium Health Pineville
Charlotte, North Carolina
04.2017 - 10.2018
- Administered vascular access procedures for patients in a clinical setting.
- Educated patients on vascular access techniques and aftercare instructions.
- Monitored patients' conditions during and after vascular access interventions.
- Maintained accurate records of procedures and patient assessments.
- Trained new staff on best practices for vascular access management.
- Implemented infection control protocols to enhance patient safety standards.
Assistant Nurse Manager
Atrium Health Mercy Hospital
Charlotte, North Carolina
02.2015 - 06.2016
- Supervised daily nursing operations to maintain high standards in patient care.
- Coordinated staff schedules, optimizing coverage and enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Facilitated interdepartmental communication to boost patient outcomes.
- Resolved conflicts among staff and between staff and patients professionally.
- Recruited, hired, and evaluated personnel to achieve departmental objectives.
- Led Lean Initiative to implement policy changes based on patient outcome evaluations.
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Atrium Health Mercy Hospital
Charlotte, North Carolina
11.2011 - 02.2015
- Provided direct and indirect patient care in a Medical Intensive Care Unit.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations involving unstable patients requiring rapid intervention.
- Managed ventilator settings and monitored ventilator alarms per protocol.
- Participated in clinical rounds with physicians, offering insights from nursing perspective to inform patient care decisions.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to make quick and accurate clinical decisions in emergency situations.
- Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatment plans, and progress notes in electronic health systems.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Hostos Community College
Bronx, NY06-2011
Skills
- Patient placement
- Clinical assessment
- Treatment compliance
- Health information management
- Utilization review
- Critical thinking
Certification
- TNCC
- BLS
- PALS
- ACLS
- BARD Access Management
Timeline
Patient Placement Coordinator
Atrium Healthcare
04.2024 - Current
Utilization Review Nurse
United Healthcare
02.2024 - Current
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
MultiCare Auburn Medical Center
11.2023 - 02.2024
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Montefiore Hospital
01.2023 - 09.2023
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Duke Medical Center
07.2022 - 10.2022
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Carolina East Medical Center
06.2022 - 07.2022
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
John Muir Medical Center
01.2022 - 02.2022
Travel Registered Nurse
Providence Portland Medical Center
10.2021 - 12.2021
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Novant Presbyterian Medical Center
11.2019 - 03.2021
Utilization Review Nurse
Atrium Healthcare
10.2019 - 10.2021
Vascular Access Registered Nurse
Atrium Health Pineville
04.2017 - 10.2018
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Atrium Health Mercy Hospital
06.2015 - 10.2019
Assistant Nurse Manager
Atrium Health Mercy Hospital
02.2015 - 06.2016
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Atrium Health Mercy Hospital
11.2011 - 02.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Hostos Community College
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