Diabetic Health Coach Resume Example HEALTHCARE SCOUTS/CENTENE CORP

DIABETIC HEALTH COACH

Professional Summary

A highly skilled, dedicated, and compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience providing patient care, leading hospital initiatives, and spearheading training programs is eager to apply background and knowledge toward a Clinical Nurse Specialist position. 2 years as LPN and 13 years as RN with excellent communication and teaching skills. Proven track record of developing and implementing education programs that result in skilled, capable nurses. Demonstrated ability to supervise and coordinate staff to ensure optimal nurse-to-patient ratio. Strong communicator and collaborator, well recognized for having a positive attitude and serving as a calming influence in high-stress situations. Areas of Expertise Patient Care Staff Hiring & Training Patient Education Staff Supervision Project Management Diabetes Education Patient Monitoring Occupational Health care Scheduling Mental Health Evaluations Verbal & Written Communication Cross-Functional Collaboration Community Involvement

Licenses

Registered Nurse Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist in the State of Arizona, License number AP7411Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2014 to present.

Skill Highlights

Bi-lingual in English and Spanish
Culturally sensitive
Diabetes, Hospice and Stroke Patient Care
Acute and rehabilitative care

Skilled in conducting physical examinations
BAC screening/drug screen collection
Effective policy and program development
Enthusiastic caregiver
Familiarity with disease management programs
Skilled cardiac care nurse

Professional Experience

Diabetic Health Coach06/2014 to CurrentHEALTHCARE SCOUTS/CENTENE CORPPhoenix, AZ

Nurse recruited to serve as a diabetic health coach for patients with diabetes.
Provide thorough assessments on new patients to determine clinical risk and readiness to change, and then design programs specific to each client.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in patient management software of telephonic communications.
Prove ability to create trusting relationships via phone that lead to open communication and healthy discussions about diabetes.

Completed 500 hours of clinical work in Adult Health Clinical Nurse Specialist programDelivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community.Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues.Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.Provided education to patients on detox and withdrawal, medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills and community resources.Provided necessary health education training for patients.Headed onboarding process for new nursing staff.Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD and asthma.Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow..

Registered Nurse01/2013 to 01/2014INTEGRATED HEALTHCARE OF ARIZONAPhoenix, AZ

Registered Nurse (RN) charged with servicing patients at the Estrella Women's Jail.
Specialize in performing telephone triage, working with patients experiencing withdrawals and/or requiring wound care, and evaluating mental health statuses.
Create rapport with patients by clearly communicating actions and outcomes and serving as a calm resource in a high-stress environment.
Demonstrate extensive medical knowledge in seeing a wide variety of illnesses and ailments every day.
Collaborate closely with detention officers in determining patient care needed and the best method to provide that care.
Chosen by colleagues to receive the Best Attitude Award in 2013.

Registered Nurse01/2001 to 01/2013JOHN C. LINCOLN HEALTH NETWORKPhoenix, AZ

Registered Nurse tasked with providing occupational healthcare to employees, conducting new hire screenings and assessments, processing workers' compensation claims and clearances, and delivering emergency services.
Expertly monitored patient conditions, recorded post-operation vitals, initiated PCA pumps and IVs, performed glucose tests, and administered injections.
Educated patients and family members regarding post-operation and post-discharge care plans.
Spearheaded training programs for newly hired RNs that quickly and effectively implemented them into the healthcare system.
Optimized floor assignment process to maximize staffing while ensuring safe nurse-to-patient ratio at all times.
Filled role as Charge Nurse for 24-hour observation and orthopedic units.
Served as on-call Diabetic Educator for three years, offering thorough and individualized care for newly diagnosed and existing diabetic patients prior to discharge.

Education and Training

Master of Science: Clinical NurseGrand Canyon UniversityTempe, AZClinical Nurse

Bachelor of Science: NursingArizona State UniversityTempe, AZNursing

Associate of Science: NursingGateway Community CollegePhoenix, AZNursing

Accomplishments

Registered Nurse & Clinical Nurse Specialist in Adult Health, Arizona State Board of Nursing.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, American Heart Association.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification, American Heart Association.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification, American Heart Association.

Skills

coach, client, documentation, Educator, mental health, rapport, research, staffing, telephone, phone, training programs

Professional Affiliations

Arizona Nurses Association, Member National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists (NACNS) American Diabetes Association Community Involvement Glendale Fire Department, Crisis Response Unit: Awarded Certificate of Excellence

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

HEALTHCARE SCOUTS/CENTENE CORP
INTEGRATED HEALTHCARE OF ARIZONA
JOHN C. LINCOLN HEALTH NETWORK

School Attended

Grand Canyon University
Arizona State University
Gateway Community College

Job Titles Held:

Diabetic Health Coach
Registered Nurse

Degrees

Master of Science : Clinical Nurse
Bachelor of Science : Nursing
Associate of Science : Nursing

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