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Austin, Texas, United States

Outpatient cardiology nurse managing comprehensive care for the patient load of three physicians, including triage, care planning, pre-authorizations, and patient educationConducted thorough phone triage and performed systematic assessments for outpatient cardiology patients.Analyzed referral data and triaged cases to optimize resource utilization and meet regulatory standards.Assessed patient progress and updated care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, applying critical thinking to improve healthcare outcomes.Educated patients and families on heart health, medication management, and lifestyle modifications.Managed pre-authorization requests for medications and procedures and proactively navigated insurance denials, gathering necessary documentation and appealing decisions to secure coverage for medically necessary treatments and interventions.

Seattle, Washington, United States

Outpatient cardiology nurse coordinating lifelong care, including triage, care coordination, follow-up management, and patient education to ensure optimal long-term outcomes, for a caseload of 100+ post heart transplant patients. Conducted thorough phone triage assessments for post-heart transplant patients, identifying early signs of rejection or complications to ensure timely intervention and reduce hospital readmission rates.Interpreted patient data and medical records to develop and manage care plans for a caseload of 100+ patients, ensuring alignment with evidence-based practices and clinical guidelines. Enhanced patient knowledge and compliance through targeted education on heart health, post-transplant care, medication management, and lifestyle modifications.Managed insurance denials and appeals, securing treatment coverage for complex procedures.

Nationwide

Compact licensed nurse fulfilling role of primary bedside and preceptor across 12 facilities and varied units including med/surg, telemetry, burn/trauma, ER overflow, neurology, PACU, and orthopedics with caseloads of 4-6 patients.Assessed, monitored, and managed patients with complex medical conditions, ensuring timely interventions and adherence to evidence-based practicesGained proficiency in electronic health record systems, including Epic and Meditech, for accurate documentation, communication, and care coordination.Adapted quickly to new teams and environments, maintaining excellent patient outcomes in non-teaching and high-paced teaching hospitals with bed capacities up to 695.Collaborated with social workers, case management, physicians, and ancillary staff to provide appropriate admission and discharge teaching, care planning, and resource navigation.

Clermont, Florida, United States

Staff nurse fulfilling roles of primary bedside and preceptor on a 36 bed medical surgical and telemetry unit.Delivered high-quality bedside care to 4-6 medical/surgical/telemetry patients in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.Conducted comprehensive physical assessments, administered medications, IV fluids, and managed pain control for pre-operative and post-operative patients.Ensured efficient patient flow, including admission, discharge, and post-procedure care, while maintaining optimal patient outcomes.Collaborated with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to adjust care plans as needed for effective recovery and discharge planning.Supervised and mentored patient care techs, delegating tasks effectively to maintain smooth unit operates and ensure timely care delivery.

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse

Diploma