Lindsey Chellberg
Ward
Summary
Registered Nurse with strong background in nursing and case management, specializing in patient advocacy and care coordination. Adept at developing comprehensive care plans, managing complex medical cases, and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Known for adaptability, reliability, and results-focused approach in dynamic healthcare environments. Skilled in patient assessment, discharge planning, and resource utilization.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Case Manager
AR Blue Cross Blue Shield
05.2013 - Current
- Coordinated comprehensive care plans to ensure effective patient management and resource allocation.
- Assessed patient needs through clinical evaluations and developed individualized interventions for optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to facilitate seamless communication and enhance patient support services.
- Monitored compliance with regulatory standards, ensuring adherence to best practices in case management protocols.
- Implemented strategies to improve care transitions, reducing readmission rates and enhancing patient satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on case management processes, fostering professional development within the team.
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
- Enhanced patient care by developing comprehensive care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Served as a key liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, fostering open communication and trust among all parties involved in the care process.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and preferences, working diligently to align care with individual values and goals.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' needs, enabling more accurate diagnoses and targeted interventions.
- Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating a faster learning curve and increased overall team efficiency.
Registered Nurse/ Myeloma Institute/ Float Pool
UAMS Medical Center
01.2005 - 04.2013
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment plans and enhancing recovery outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, identifying changes to facilitate timely interventions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse/ In House Agency Float Pool
St. Vincent's Hospital
02.2004 - 12.2004
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and nursing protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions efficiently.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse/ Med Surg/Orthopedics
Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital
08.2002 - 10.2003
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders to ensure patient safety and compliance.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to interdisciplinary team members.
- Educated patients and families on care plans, enhancing understanding of treatment processes.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Education
Associate Degree - Health Science in Nursing (ADN)
Central Carolina Tech. College
01.2002
Skills
- Patient Care
- Patient Education
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Empathy
- Compassion
- Time Management
- Organization
- Teamwork
- Professionalism
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability
- Technology Skills
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) in the states of AR, MA, MN, NV, MI, NY, CT
Timeline
RN Case Manager
AR Blue Cross Blue Shield
05.2013 - Current
Registered Nurse/ Myeloma Institute/ Float Pool
UAMS Medical Center
01.2005 - 04.2013
Registered Nurse/ In House Agency Float Pool
St. Vincent's Hospital
02.2004 - 12.2004
Registered Nurse/ Med Surg/Orthopedics
Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital
08.2002 - 10.2003
Associate Degree - Health Science in Nursing (ADN)
Central Carolina Tech. College
Certifications
CCM: 5/1/2015 to present