Valarie Hammonds
Montclair,NJ
Summary
Results-driven Registered Nurse with 6+ years of experience in acute care, care coordination, and patient management within federal and private healthcare systems. Proven ability to triage high-volume consults, streamline referral workflows, and improve access to care. Experienced in Med/Surg, Charge Nurse leadership, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Seeking remote opportunities in care coordination, utilization review, or high-acuity Med/Surg roles in Northern California.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse II – Care Coordination / RCT / Charge Nurse
Veterans Health Administration – East Orange VA Medical Center
East Orange, NJ
04.2023 - Current
- Deliver comprehensive nursing care to Veterans with complex medical conditions, utilizing evidence-based practice and advanced clinical judgment
- Coordinate and triage specialty care consults as part of the Referral Coordination Team (RCT), ensuring timely access to care
- Perform clinical review of referrals to validate appropriateness, confirm required diagnostics, and prevent delays in care
- Serve as liaison between providers, specialty clinics, and community care partners to ensure seamless care coordination
- Educate patients on care options including VA services and community care, improving engagement and decision-making
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Perform advanced nursing procedures including IV insertion, phlebotomy, wound care, and central line management
- Serve as Charge Nurse, overseeing unit workflow, supporting staff, and ensuring safe patient care delivery
- Utilize EMR systems (CPRS) to document and track patient care and referral workflows
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize care coordination and improve patient outcomes
- Ensure compliance with Joint Commission standards and VA regulatory guidelines
Healthcare Advisor RN Manager
Walgreens Boots Alliance
Kearny, NJ
07.2021 - 03.2023
- Managed care for 900+ clients through chronic disease education, medication management, and care coordination
- Provided health coaching and preventive care guidance to improve patient outcomes
- Led vaccination clinics and community health initiatives
- Assisted patients with insurance navigation and continuity of care
- Trained clinical staff on EMR systems, workflows, and patient care protocols
- Led wellness events and educational programs on disease management
- Led initiatives promoting health programs, increasing community engagement and awareness of available services.
- Partnered with local organizations to host educational events focused on trending public health issues.
- Increased clinic efficiency by effectively managing appointment schedules, prioritizing urgent cases, and minimizing wait times.
- Advised clients on health and wellness products, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Medical-Surgical Float Registered Nurse
RWJ Barnabas Health
Livingston, NJ
02.2019 - 07.2021
- Executed comprehensive assessments, medication administration, IV therapy, and post-operative care protocols.
- Responded to emergencies and supported rapid response interventions.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation of patient care.
- Maintained competency in diverse clinical settings by regularly floating between 8 units, adapting quickly to unique patient populations and environments.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans, optimizing patient care and recovery.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Rutgers University
Newark, NJBachelor of Arts - Psychology
Rutgers University
Newark, NJSkills
- Care Coordination
- Utilization Review
- Case Management
- Referral Triage
- Discharge Planning
- Clinical Documentation
- EMR (CPRS, Epic, Cerner)
- Patient Education
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Acute Care Nursing
- Process Improvement
- Leadership & Precepting
- Diabetes Management & Patient Education
- Healthcare Advocacy & Client Engagement
- Process Improvement & Workflow Optimization
- Training & Mentorship of Nursing Staff
- Medication and IV administration
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association (ANA)
- New Jersey Nurses Association
Certification
- Registered Nurse – New Jersey
- Registered Nurse – New York
- BLS Certification – American Heart Association
- National Provider Identifier (NPI)
Timeline
Registered Nurse II – Care Coordination / RCT / Charge Nurse
Veterans Health Administration – East Orange VA Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
Healthcare Advisor RN Manager
Walgreens Boots Alliance
07.2021 - 03.2023
Medical-Surgical Float Registered Nurse
RWJ Barnabas Health
02.2019 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Rutgers University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Rutgers University