Compassionate RN Case Manager known for effective patient education and interdisciplinary collaboration. Expertise in assessing needs and implementing personalized care strategies to improve patient health and prevent hospitalizations.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Case Manager
Home Health Advantage
Orland Park
07.2020 - Current
Assessed patient needs and developed personalized care strategies, enhancing home health service outcomes.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care plans.
Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans based on clinical evaluations, ensuring optimal patient recovery.
Coordinated and delivered nursing care, successfully preventing unnecessary hospitalizations.
RN Case Manager
Amedisys Home Health
Lake Zurich
2017 - Current
Coordinated interdisciplinary patient care plans, enhancing collaboration for optimal health outcomes.
Assessed patient needs and developed individualized care strategies, improving home health service delivery.
Monitored patient progress, adjusting care plans based on clinical evaluations to ensure alignment with health goals.
Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
RN Case Manager
Vanguard/Tenet Home Health
Westchester
2013 - 2017
Coordinated interdisciplinary patient care plans, enhancing collaboration for improved health outcomes.
Assessed patient needs, creating tailored care strategies that addressed specific home health requirements.
Monitored patient progress, adjusting care plans based on clinical evaluations to ensure effective treatment.
Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
Participated on Professional Practice Committee, Great Expectations Committee; Co-Chair of Professional Practice Committee
Preceptor for new staff
Clinical Instructor
Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing Loyola (ADJUNCT
Chicago
08.2014 - 12.2014
Instructed the community health course CMAN 380, guiding student learning and development.
Guided students in hands-on patient care techniques during lab sessions and community experiences
Evaluated students' knowledge and skills through assignments and exams, identifying areas for improvement.
Evaluated student performance through practical assessments, providing targeted feedback to enhance learning.
Facilitated active participation from all students during class discussions and activities, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
Clinical Instructor
Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing Loyola (ADJUNCT
Chicago
01.2014 - 05.2014
Instructed students in hands-on patient care techniques during lab sessions and community experiences, preparing them for real-world clinical settings.
Instructed students in a community health course, guiding their learning and skill development.
Evaluated student performance through practical assessments and constructive feedback, enhancing learning outcomes.
Assessed students' knowledge and skills through assignments and exams.
Facilitated active participation from all students during class discussions and activities, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
Clinical Instructor
Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing Loyola (ADJUNCT
Chicago
08.2013 - 12.2013
Clinical Instructor, Community health (CMAN 380)
Guided students in hands-on patient care techniques during lab sessions.
Assessed student performance through practical evaluations and feedback.
Encouraged active participation from all students during class discussions and activities.
Clinical Manager
Vanguard Home Care
Westchester
2010 - 2013
Managed team of 30 nurses, physical therapists, and occupational therapists in home health settings
Contributed to Infection Control Committee at MacNeal Hospital, focusing on enhancing patient safety and care standards
Supervised daily operations of clinical services and staff at home care agency.
Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary healthcare teams and family members.
Managed scheduling and assignment of clinical staff for optimal service delivery.
RN Case Manager
MacNeal/Vanguard Home Care
Berwyn
2007 - 2010
Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams, enhancing collaboration for improved health outcomes.
Assessed patient needs and developed individualized care strategies for home health services.
Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans based on clinical evaluations.
Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care.
Contributed insights to Wound Care Committee discussions, supporting evidence-based practices in wound management.
Trained new staff on best practices
Triage Nurse
Bonaventure Medical
Elk Grove Village
2004 - 2007
Performed phone triage to assess patient needs and efficiently direct calls to appropriate care providers.
Nurse Visits for administration of injections, immunizations, allergy shots, BP checks, EKGs
Facilitated rooming of adult and pediatric patients to streamline patient flow.
Performed coding of lab results to ensure accurate medical records.
Served as preceptor for new staff, providing guidance and support for effective onboarding.
Staff Nurse
MacNeal Hospital
Berwyn
1991 - 2007
Staff Nurse/In-House Registry for pediatrics, medical-surgical and mother-baby units (1999-2007)
Staff Nurse/Pediatrics (1995-1999)
Staff Nurse/Medical Surgical (1991-1995)
Home health Nurse
Nursefinders
Chicago
1993 - 1994
Delivered comprehensive home health care and education for adult and pediatric patients to enhance patient understanding and compliance.
Provided patient care in home settings, ensuring comfort and safety.
Administered medications and monitored vital signs for clients.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans.
Staff Nurse
Mercy Hosptial
Chicago
1989 - 1991
Executed staff nurse and charge nurse responsibilities for adult medical-surgical and respiratory patients, ensuring high-quality patient care.
Charge Nurse
Conducted utilization reviews to enhance patient care processes and outcomes.
Precepted new staff, facilitating onboarding and training for smooth integration into the team.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Lewis University
Romeoville, IL
05-2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL
05-1989
Skills
Clinical assessment
Care coordination
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Quality improvement
Quality assurance
Patient education
Team leadership
Accomplishments
Nursing Excellence Award: Preceptor and Mentoring 5/8/2014
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Home Health Advantage
07.2020 - Current
Clinical Instructor
Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing Loyola (ADJUNCT
08.2014 - 12.2014
Clinical Instructor
Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing Loyola (ADJUNCT
01.2014 - 05.2014
Clinical Instructor
Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing Loyola (ADJUNCT