Distinguished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Conway Regional Rehabilitation Hospital, showcasing expertise in clinical assessment and care coordination. Excelled in developing comprehensive care plans and enhancing patient satisfaction, underpinned by strong teamwork and clinical documentation skills. Achieved notable efficiency in triage systems, emphasizing a commitment to high-quality patient care and safety.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Clinical Liaison
Conway Regional Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2009 - Current
Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' medical histories, diagnoses, prognoses, medications, and treatment goals to determine eligibility for specific programs or services.
Verified insurance coverage for patients and worked with clinic to schedule doctor visits and therapy sessions.
Maintained compliance with all federal/state regulations governing skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, ensuring high-quality service delivery for all patients.
Facilitated seamless transitions of care for patients entering rehabilitation services, resulting in reduced anxiety and improved healing environment.
Developed strong rapport with community partners by attending local health fairs, conferences, or networking events to promote the facility''s programs and services.
Enhanced care coordination by collaborating with healthcare providers, patients, and families to develop comprehensive care plans.
Increased patient satisfaction by effectively communicating with interdisciplinary teams and providing appropriate clinical recommendations.
Collaborated with marketing efforts to showcase facility strengths and attract new referral sources from local hospitals or community-based organizations.
Served as a liaison between patients and their insurance providers, advocating for coverage of necessary treatments and services.
Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Johnson Regional Medical Center
01.2007 - 04.2009
Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or selfharm.
Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
Collaborated proactively with psychiatrists to adjust treatment plans based on observed changes in symptoms or behavior patterns among patients.
ER Registered Nurse
Saint Edwards Medical Center
01.2006 - 01.2007
Planned, prioritized and provided nursing care by applying advanced specialty clinical nursing knowledge and skills to support comfort and safety of patients and families.
Developed strong relationships with colleagues across departments, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall patient care delivery processes.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail under pressure during busy shifts in the ER department.
Increased efficiency within the triage system by prioritizing cases based on severity levels.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
UA Fort Smith
Fort Smith, AR
12-2005
Skills
Teamwork and cooperation
Clinical documentation
Clinical assessment
Care coordination
Certification
Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse Clinical Liaison
Conway Regional Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2009 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Johnson Regional Medical Center
01.2007 - 04.2009
ER Registered Nurse
Saint Edwards Medical Center
01.2006 - 01.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
UA Fort Smith
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