Hardworking Registered Nurse accustomed to treating diverse patient needs while managing dynamic conditions. Offering excellent clinical knowledge and judgment combined with strong documentation, vitals monitoring and problem-solving abilities. Well-versed in managing emergent cases with grace and efficiency.
Skills
Charting master
HIPAA understanding
EMAR proficiency
Organizational skills
Computerized charting specialist
Strong clinical judgment
Case management
Utilization management
Wound care
IV therapy
Experience
10/2020 to Current
Clinical Manager, RNPromedica Senior Care – Lake Worth, FL,
Drove attainment of optimal outcomes through case management focused on appropriate treatment, clinical quality assurance and service utilization.
Educated patients and caregivers on diagnoses, treatment plans and wound or disease management.
Liaised between patients and physicians and educate patients and caregivers on diagnoses, treatment plans and wound or disease management.
Enforced compliance with local, state, and federal healthcare regulations, including Medicare and Medicaid requirements, HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA.
Interacted with patients, asked appropriate questions and listened carefully to deliver high level of clinical care.
Monitored and tracked medication of patients.
Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Inserted and managed central, arterial and PICC lines.
11/2015 to 09/2020
Resident Care Coordinator, RNAmerican Senior Communities – Mooresville, IN,
Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including but not limited to creating and improving policies.
Liaised effectively with patients, doctors and staff members, assessing medical charts and promoting high level of communication and interaction.
Supervisors a team of 15 nurses and CNAs
Communicated with patients to ensure quality of care and develop care plans.
Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines.
Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease.
Maintained infection control logs, streamlined charting process, and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership.
Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Recruited and hired new employees based on company needs and culture.
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
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.
Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Observed employee performance and provided valuable feedback using online performance evaluation software.
Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.
Keeping family members and physicians informed of residents changing condition.
08/2011 to 05/2015
Intake Specialist and Field Nurse LPNMunson Medical Center – Cadillac, MI,
Maintained a positive attitude and effectively de-escalated clients during crisis situations.
Investigated insurance policies to determine claim eligibility and processed files in accordance with instructions.
Conversed with people from different cultures daily, providing high level of respect and patience with each interaction.
Analyzed information from interviews, educational, and medical records, consultation with other professionals, and diagnostic evaluations to assess clients' abilities, needs, and eligibility for services.
Called applicants to set up appointments
Answered calls to answer customer questions.
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Performed woundcare services and administered medications as per MD orders
Administered patient education to both patient and family
Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditiono.
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
07/2005 to 05/2011
Team Supervior, LPNAmerican Red Cross – City, STATE,
Established strong work network by building professional relationships fellow employees.
Planned, integrated and maintained quality care systems and standards, which resulted in creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines.
Improved patient outcomes through value-added services.
Communicated with patients to ensure quality of care.
Listened to customer feedback and responded to maintain or improve processes.
Provided training and supervision to 40-member staff in the field.
Trained employees in proper operational procedures and shared company policies and regulations.
Traveled 90% of the time to different locations in the state of Georgia.
05/2007 to 06/2009
LPNUniHealth Post-Acute Care Of Decatur – City, STATE,
Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Observed, charted and reported developments in patient health condition in 120-bed facility.
Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses.
Took blood, tissue and fluid samples to perform laboratory tests.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Education and Training
Expected in 07/2015
Associate of Science: Nursing Concorde Career Institute - Orlando - Orlando, FL GPA:
Expected in 09/2003
Associate of Applied Science: Practical Nursing Concorde Career College - Aurora - Aurora, CO GPA:
Certifications
RN (multistate)
ALF Core Certification and ECC Certification
CPR certified (AmJessican Heart Association and AmJessica Red Cross
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