Registered Nurse Case Manager Resume Example Kaiser Permanente

REGISTERED NURSE CASE MANAGER

Professional Summary

Driven, hardworking and veteran Registered Nurse bringing demonstrated patient care, medication monitoring and treatment management expertise. Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail, clinical expertise and emergency response experience. Bringing lots of years record of success in nursing and desiring Nurse position with facility. Compassionate Home Health Case Manager experienced with providing direct in-home care to patients. Caring Registered Nurse with 25 years of experience in various types of long-term and home health care settings. Proven ability to provide individualized care plans and help patients meet goals by delivering direct and effective patient care. Committed to increasing patient satisfaction and streamlining procedures.

Knowledgeable mother and baby Nurse with years of experience. Adept at providing individualized care and family education. Committed to making labor and delivery mother and baby Nurse as painless and efficient as possible for mothers, babies and doctors.

Skills

Chronic disease management
Medical evaluation
DIRECT PATIENT CARE
Care plan development

Patient management
Charting and clinical documentation
Patient assessments

Work History

Registered Nurse Case Manager, 05/2004 to Current
Kaiser Permanente – West Covina, CA

Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans as needed.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Participated in patient and family planning process, as well as provided instructions and addressed question and concerns.
Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Followed all instructions for medication administration and treatment plans as prescribed by physicians.
Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care, administer tests and monitor patient status.
Administered physical examinations and documented history of current and previous conditions, illnesses and injuries.
Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
Directed appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing processes and protocols.
Used software to maintain database of relevant information for practitioners to access and coordinate patient care.
Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs. ·
Took active role in patient and family planning process, detailing instructions and responding appropriately and effectively to questions and concerns.
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Thorougly assessed and examined patients and documented history of current and previous conditions, diseases and injuries along with medications currently being taken.
Created individualized care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated appropriate nursing methods to achieve positive outcomes.
Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Created patient assessments and plans for individual home care needs.
Initiated appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures.
Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
Educated and supported home healthcare providers with training, guidance, mentoring and resources required to achieve objectives."
Coordinated rehabilitative and preventive nursing processes and procedures.
Performed evaluations on consistent basis to address changes in patient needs, conditions and medications, altering care plans when required.
Ensured that all patient clinical notes and updates were legible for primary physicians.

Registered Nurse Case Manager, 06/1998 to 04/2004
VNA HOME HEALTH – Covina, CA

Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans as needed.
Participated in patient and family planning process, as well as provided instructions and addressed question and concerns.
Developed care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative nursing methods.
Educated patients and loved ones about different treatment options and outside care approaches, reducing burden on hospital resources.
Identified care needs of individual patients and coordinated responses based on physician advice, insurance limitations and procedural costs.
Followed all instructions for medication administration and treatment plans as prescribed by physicians.
Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care, administer tests and monitor patient status.
Administered physical examinations and documented history of current and previous conditions, illnesses and injuries.
Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
Liaised with physicians regarding patient needs, performance and changes.
Directed appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing processes and protocols.
Prepared clinical notes and updates for review by primary physician.
Took active role in patient and family planning process, detailing instructions and responding appropriately and effectively to questions and concerns.
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Negotiated with suppliers and vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
Authored clinical notes and updates to be reviewed by patient's primary physician.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns.
Examined patients and documented history of current and previous conditions, illnesses, injuries and current medications.
Created patient assessments and plans for individual home care needs.
Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
Educated and supported home healthcare providers with training, guidance, mentoring and resources required to achieve objectives."
Coordinated rehabilitative and preventive nursing processes and procedures.
Provided home healthcare providers with training, guidance, support and supervision to achieve objectives.
Performed evaluations on consistent basis to address changes in patient needs, conditions and medications, altering care plans when required.

Registered Nurse, 04/1999 to 01/2004
CITRUS VALLEY HOME HEALTH – Covina, CA

Oversaw and managed clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining high level of staff morale and professionalism.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Provided complete care to home health patients, including physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.

Registered Nurse, 05/1979 to 01/1998
Hollywood Prespyterian Hospital – Los Angeles, CA

Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on -bed medical-surgical unit, providing direct care to up to 30 patients, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
Maintained highest levels of patient satisfaction, generating referrals to maintain productivity levels for care rehabilitation unit.
Implemented hands-on and therapeutic interventions to achieve prompt recovery and discharge.
Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
Motivated nursing staff to pursue advanced training and collaborated with unit leaders to identify skill needs.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including wound care and infusion procedures.
Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Performed intravenous therapy procedures, including setting up and monitoring chest tubes, and other drainage
Supervised and managed functions for 30-bed baby abd mother unit unit, including daily scheduling, tasking and administration.
Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions, including exercise and relaxarion therapies
Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.

Education

High School Diploma: 03/1972
NARVACAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL - PHILIPPINES

Bachelor of Science: Nursing, 04/1977
STA TERESITA SCHIOL oF NURSING - PHILIPPINES

Bachelor of Arts: PRE NURSING, 04/1975
FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY - PHILIPPINES

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Kaiser Permanente
VNA HOME HEALTH
CITRUS VALLEY HOME HEALTH
Hollywood Prespyterian Hospital

School Attended

NARVACAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL
STA TERESITA SCHIOL oF NURSING
FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY

Job Titles Held:

Registered Nurse Case Manager
Registered Nurse

Degrees

High School Diploma : 03/1972
Bachelor of Science : Nursing , 04/1977
Bachelor of Arts : PRE NURSING , 04/1975

Registered Nurse Case Manager Resume Example

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