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LACOSTA ABBOTT

Sullivan

Summary

Experienced nursing professional with a proven track record of clinical expertise, case management, legal knowledge, and technical proficiency. Demonstrated proficiency in chart management and quality assurance, as well as monitoring standards of care as well as proper use of medications, treatments, and therapies. Highly skilled in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes. Quality-driven and efficient legal nurse consultant with strong interpersonal abilities. Educated, experienced, and skilled BSN level RN ready to bring strong leadership and extensive experience to your case!

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Legal Nurse Consultant

Self-employeed
04.2025 - Current


  • Continually expanded professional network within the healthcare community to stay informed about industry trends and developments impacting legal nurse consulting work.
  • Developed comprehensive knowledge on legal aspects affecting healthcare providers, contributing to more effective representation in court proceedings.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Care Manager RN

Centene
09.2022 - Current
  • Case Management for 75 high accuity members.
  • Facilitated effective communication among colleagues to enhance collaboration.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families through empathetic listening and compassionate communication techniques.
  • Assessed clients and developed plans to meet needs.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when necessary by assessing risk levels promptly addressing safety concerns collaboratively with the treatment team.
  • Managed complex caseloads, ensuring timely assessment, intervention, and documentation for optimal care outcomes.

BSN, RN

Courtyard Estates of Sullivan
07.2019 - Current
  • Charge Nurse for a long-term care facility housing 45 geriatric residents with varying levels of nursing care needs
  • Coordinate care for residents in an Assisted Living Community setting.
  • Maintained patient charts including competing quarterly assessments.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Stepped into leadership roles to maintain quality of care for all residents.
  • Communicated with primary care physicians and emergency care providers to relay patient needs.
  • Maintained strict resident data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Education

Bachelor Degree - Nursing

Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL
12.2021

Associate of Applied Science - Associate Degree Nurse

Lake Land College
Mattoon, IL
05.2020

Certificate - Practical Nursing

Lake Land College
Mattoon, IL
08.2012

Skills

  • Extensive Nursing Home Experience
  • Professional Communication
  • Thorough Understanding of Legal Process
  • Highlighting Deviations in Standards of Care
  • Chart Review in Long-Term Care
  • Care Planning from Admission-Discharge/Death

Certification

  • Registered Nurse
  • State of Illinois RN #041495733 Issued 2020-06-16 Expires 2024-05-31

Timeline

Legal Nurse Consultant

Self-employeed
04.2025 - Current

Care Manager RN

Centene
09.2022 - Current

BSN, RN

Courtyard Estates of Sullivan
07.2019 - Current

Bachelor Degree - Nursing

Eastern Illinois University

Associate of Applied Science - Associate Degree Nurse

Lake Land College

Certificate - Practical Nursing

Lake Land College

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