RN workers comp case manager - Genex - Glendale, AZ
(2010-11 - 2022-08)
- Advocated for patients' needs within multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options and health management strategies to enhance understanding and adherence.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Assisted in coordinating discharge planning and follow-up care for patients.
- Delivered patient care by monitoring vital signs and administering medications.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop tailored treatment plans that address individual patient needs and improve health outcomes.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and health maintenance.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
RN Case Manager, Telephonic RN, Preauth, UR, D/C - Cigna - Phoenix, AZ
(1986-01 - 2010-11)
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs of patients and reported changes to healthcare teams.
- Supported interdisciplinary teams in developing patient care plans.
Workers Comp RN - Cigna - Phoenix, Arizona
(2007-11 - 2010-12)
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation consistently.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
RN Floor Nurse - Veterans Administration - Phoenix, AZ
(1980-06 - 1986-12)
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and care procedures.
- Performed wound care, catheter insertion and removal, intravenous therapy, medication administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure best possible outcomes for the patient's recovery.
LPN/RN - Ohio Valley Hospital - Phoenix, Arizona
(1975-10 - 1981-05)
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as per physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety for patients.
