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Whitney Tautges

Whitney Tautges

Brainerd,MN

Summary

Experienced forward-thinking Manager striving to make an impact in my community and be a part of a positive change culture with comprehensive experience implementing new processes and managing project work-stream innovations. Bringing outstanding problem-solving skills and abilities paired with a passion for fostering a curious positive work atmosphere. Skilled at evaluating employee performance and overseeing key projects.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager Case Management - Government Programs

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
Eagan, Minnesota
02.2020 - Current
  • Manage the implementation of process improvements to streamline operations, reduce inefficiencies, and comply with federal and state requirements.
  • Coordinate cross-departmental projects to ensure timely completion of objectives while maintaining cost effective strategies.
  • Coach, mentor, and train team members in order to drive optimal team performance.
  • Evaluated employee performance and provided constructive feedback regularly.
  • Expansive experience facilitating and presenting during meetings with key stakeholders.
  • Embodied a positive change culture while building our Case Management Government programs.

Nurse Case Manager

Morrison County Public Health
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Coordinated patient care plans to meet individual health needs through the completion of MNChoice assessments, and Elderly Waiver assessments.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and community resources.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all case management activities in accordance with regulatory standards.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for complex cases.

Registered Nurse

Essentia Health Saint Joseph's Medical Center
Brainerd, MN
06.2017 - 12.2019
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to develop care plans.
  • Conducted patient assessments and documented vital signs.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.

Education

Bachelors - Nursing

Duluth Business University
01.2018

Associates in Applied Science - Nursing

Central Lakes College
01.2017

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Change Champion
  • Meeting Facilitator
  • Team Training and Development
  • Policy and Process Management
  • Effective Collaboration

Accomplishments

Certificate of Award for Outstanding Clinical Performance

Details: comments from clinical instructors- Able to apply theory into clinical, conscientious, diligent, hardworking, seeks further knowledge and clarification, a true patient advocate, a team player often going above and beyond to help her peers

Nursing Excellence Award

Details: Joy award- Recognizes and celebrates how colleagues use their talents and time to support Essentia’s mission of making a healthy difference in people’s lives. Approaches challenges as an opportunity to learn, grow and facilitate change. Inspires others to see the opportunities within challenges. Finds delight in out work and in the people impacted by our efforts and contributions. Works to celebrate an environment of safety honesty, hope and wellbeing. Spreads joy through small and large acts of kindness to colleagues and patients.

Certification

Certified Case Manager

Timeline

Manager Case Management - Government Programs

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
02.2020 - Current

Nurse Case Manager

Morrison County Public Health
01.2019 - 01.2020

Registered Nurse

Essentia Health Saint Joseph's Medical Center
06.2017 - 12.2019

Bachelors - Nursing

Duluth Business University

Associates in Applied Science - Nursing

Central Lakes College