VIRGINIA RACINE
ROBERT J DOLE VA MEDICAL CENTER
Wichita,KS
1
Certification
18
years of professional experience
Registered Nurse with 17+ years of clinical experience and a Master of Science in Nursing, specializing in chronic disease management, patient education, care coordination, and technology-enabled healthcare delivery. Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) with extensive experience conducting patient assessments, providing individualized education, supporting behavior change, and managing complex care needs across diverse populations. Proven ability to build therapeutic relationships, deliver virtual and in-person patient support, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and utilize digital health technologies to improve outcomes and patient engagement. Seeking a remote Telehealth Registered Nurse role focused on patient-centered virtual care, clinical triage, health coaching, and care management.
Work History
Per Diem Pediatric Diabetes Nurse Educator
6 Months- Educate newly diagnosed pediatric Type 1 diabetes patients and families on insulin administration, glucose monitoring, carbohydrate counting, CGM/pump management, and discharge self-care.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans and ensure safe transition to home management.
- Assess learning needs, validate competency, and document education outcomes to support optimal glycemic control and patient safety.
Diabetes Nurse Educator
3 Years 4 Months- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and provide individualized education plans to support chronic disease self-management.
- Deliver evidence-based patient education regarding medications, lifestyle modifications, disease management, and healthcare technologies.
- Collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, dietitians, and healthcare teams to coordinate care and improve patient outcomes.
- Utilize electronic health record systems to document patient encounters, treatment plans, and follow-up care.
- Support patients in adopting health behavior changes through coaching, motivational interviewing, and ongoing engagement.
- Monitor patient progress and provide follow-up interventions to promote treatment adherence and prevent complications.
- Manage complex patient populations requiring ongoing education, support, and care coordination.
- Leverage digital health technologies, including continuous glucose monitoring systems and insulin pump platforms, to improve patient outcomes.
Senior Clinical Territory Manager
4 Years 10 Months- Served as clinical expert supporting patients and healthcare providers utilizing advanced diabetes technologies.
- Conducted virtual and in-person education sessions on device utilization, troubleshooting, and self-management strategies.
- Provided ongoing patient coaching and support to encourage treatment adherence and optimize clinical outcomes.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and providers through effective communication and consultative support.
- Assisted patients with technology adoption, remote monitoring tools, and digital healthcare platforms.
- Extensive experience educating patients remotely and providing technology-based healthcare support.
- Skilled in navigating digital platforms and troubleshooting patient-facing healthcare technologies.
Advanced Standing Coordinator
1 Year- Coordinated evaluation and processing of advanced standing, transfer, and prior learning credit requests.
- Reviewed transcripts, certifications, and supporting documentation for credit eligibility.
- Advised prospective and current students regarding transfer credit policies and degree requirements.
- Collaborated with academic departments to determine course equivalencies and credit awards.
Prep/Pacu Registered Nurse
6 Years 5 Months- Provided preoperative and postoperative nursing care
- Performed patient assessments and discharge education
- Coordinated care with surgeons and anesthesia teams
ICU Registered Nurse
1 Year 1 Month- Provided comprehensive nursing care for critically ill ICU and step-down patients with complex medical and surgical conditions.
- Monitored and interpreted cardiac rhythms, hemodynamic status, and continuous telemetry data.
- Assessed, prioritized, and responded rapidly to changes in patient condition and emergencies.
ICU Registered Nurse
2 Years 1 Month- Provided comprehensive critical care nursing for critically ill adult patients in a cardiac Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
- Assessed, monitored, and interpreted complex patient data, including cardiac rhythms, hemodynamic measurements, and laboratory results.
- Managed ventilators, vasoactive infusions, sedation protocols, and advanced life-support therapies.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
- 3.526 GPA
- Cum Laude
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
- 3.526 GPA
- Cum Laude
Skills
Telehealth Patient Assessment
Diabetes Education (DSME)
Chronic Disease Management
Patient Triage
Care Coordination and Navigation
CGM & Insulin Pump Therapy
Pediatric
Adolescent
& Adult Patient Education
EHR Documentation
Motivational Interviewing
Virtual Patient/Provider Education
Quality Improvement
HIPAA Compliance
Certification
- Registered Nurse (2008)
- Certified Pump Trainer (2018/2023)
- Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (2023)
- Basic Life Support (continuous)
Timeline
Per Diem Pediatric Diabetes Nurse Educator
WESLEY MEDICAL CENTER
12.2025 - CurrentRead More
Diabetes Nurse Educator
ROBERT J DOLE VA MEDICAL CENTER
02.2023 - CurrentRead More
Senior Clinical Territory Manager
MEDTRONIC DIABETES
04.2018 - 02.2023Read More
Advanced Standing Coordinator
BUTLER COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
05.2017 - 05.2018Read More
Prep/Pacu Registered Nurse
SURGERY CENTER OF KANSAS
11.2011 - 04.2018Read More
ICU Registered Nurse
ASCENSION VIA CHRISTI ST. TERESA
10.2010 - 11.2011Read More
ICU Registered Nurse
KANSAS MEDICAL CENTER
09.2008 - 10.2010Read More
Newman University
Master of Science from Nursing
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Newman University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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