Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Additional Information
Timeline
Generic
Winona Rillon RN CMCN

Winona Rillon RN CMCN

Kea'au,HI

Summary

Experienced nursing and case manager professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills, and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications, and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments, seeking career advancement opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

RN Health Coordinator

United Healthcare
Hilo, HI
08.2011 - Current
  • Helped health plan members and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Assessed member's conditions, monitored behaviors, and updated primary care provider with observations and concerns.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Coordinated with the healthcare team to establish, enact, and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehensible terminology.
  • Participated in continuing education programs and community workshops to enhance training and nursing knowledge.
  • Documented all therapies, including inpatient and outpatient treatments, to keep patient charts up to date.

Travel Registered Nurse

Nurse Finders Agency
Honolulu, HI
12.2005 - 07.2011
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
  • Responded to codes or patient crises as part of the rapid-response team.
  • Documented nursing encounters using the SOAP form of charting.
  • Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases, and injuries.
  • Maintained a comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies, and mass casualty incidences.
  • Imparted medical, operational and patient care knowledge to junior nurses, supporting personal growth and enhancing professional development.
  • Updated patient charts to reflect changes to care plans, interventions, and observations.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Reviewed physician orders and administered therapies, treatments, and medications.
  • Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care, and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors, and case managers.
  • Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets, and physician instructions to patients.
  • Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety.
  • Maintained reports to provide oncoming shift with full patient status.
  • Communicated patient progress and issues with families, physicians, and other agencies.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement, and adapt individualized care plans.
  • Provided direct patient care services while utilizing appropriate procedures, equipment, and techniques.
  • Measured and monitored patient vital signs.
  • Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social, and spiritual well-being.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Administered medications and documented adverse reactions to maintain patient safety.
  • Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
  • Performed blood and blood product transfusions, and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
  • Instructed patients, families, and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management, and medication self-management.
  • Observed and carried out physician and nursing orders.
  • Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics, and test results in electronic medical records.
  • Communicated effectively with physicians and provided support during surgical procedures.
  • Monitored patients' conditions, documented findings, and recommended care adjustments.
  • Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide the physician with important patient health information.
  • Liaised between patients and doctors, completing comprehensive assessments and recording medical information to achieve recovery goals.
  • Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders, and pneumonia.
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
  • Started, monitored, and managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient's heart and blood pressure.
  • Assessed patients' physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs and documented them in confidential medical records.
  • Completed initial and comprehensive evaluations to determine initial care requirements.
  • Reached out to patients to convey lab results and provide care instructions.
  • Managed patient care plans and provided necessary medical treatments to patients in a timely manner.

RN Floor Nurse

Hilo Medical Center
Hilo, HI
05.2001 - 12.2005

Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.

Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.

Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.

Collected lab specimens, ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests and lab results.

Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.

Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.

Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.

Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders, and pneumonia.

Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care, and improve patient overall satisfaction.

Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies, and standards of care.

Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.

Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments, and accurately reported patient status.

Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support.

Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.

Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases, and injuries.

Assessed patients' response to treatment and suggested ways to combat side effects.

Improved patient outcomes and quality of care by determining and suggesting process changes.

Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent hospital readmission.

Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.

Monitored and educated nursing students and externs on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.

Promoted healthy lifestyle choices to reduce the re-emergence of painful or dangerous symptoms.

Facilitated patient flow during emergencies, directing evacuations, admissions, and transfers.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Leadership

Faith International University
Tacoma, WA
12-2022

Certified Managed Care Nurse - Nurse Case Manager

American Board of Managed Care Nursing
Online
08-2022

Certified Adult Mental Health First Aid Responder - Behavioral Health/ Nursing/ Lay responder

Mental Health First Aid/ National Counsel For MH
08-2022

Associate of Science - Nursing

Hawaii Community College
Hilo, HI
05.2001

Certified Minister - Pastoral Counseling/ AG Pastoral Certification

Pathway
Sacramento, CA

Master of Arts - Counseling

Faith International University
Tacoma, WA

Skills

  • Clear Patient Communication
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Decision Making
  • Specialized Healthcare Referrals
  • Monitoring Vital Signs
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Accurate Documentation
  • Patient Care Assessment
  • Critical Thinking
  • Care Coordination
  • Attention to Detail
  • Immunizations and Vaccinations
  • Treatment Recommendations
  • Needs Assessment
  • Infection Control Procedures
  • Community Program Referrals

Accomplishments

  • Recognized as a valued employee for outstanding performance and team contributions.
  • Led team to volunteer in community giving projects, earning recognition from upper management and financial reward.

Additional Information

Active member of Sure Foundation Church. Maintained a leadership role for 7 years.

Relations Director 2022-Current

Timeline

RN Health Coordinator

United Healthcare
08.2011 - Current

Travel Registered Nurse

Nurse Finders Agency
12.2005 - 07.2011

RN Floor Nurse

Hilo Medical Center
05.2001 - 12.2005

Associate of Science - Nursing

Hawaii Community College

Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Leadership

Faith International University

Certified Managed Care Nurse - Nurse Case Manager

American Board of Managed Care Nursing

Certified Adult Mental Health First Aid Responder - Behavioral Health/ Nursing/ Lay responder

Mental Health First Aid/ National Counsel For MH

Certified Minister - Pastoral Counseling/ AG Pastoral Certification

Pathway

Master of Arts - Counseling

Faith International University
Winona Rillon RN CMCN