Christina Turner

*** ****** **** ****

Haleyville,

Alabama 35565

205-***-****

acdlma@r.postjobfree.com

Objective: Highly motivated, organized Registered Nurse with over 15 years

experience. Aiming to secure a position where I can utilize my expertise

and in-depth knowledge of direct Nursing Care, programs and benefits,

mandatory training and education in the achievement and advancement of

company goals, the documentation process, policies and procedures, the

administration of medications, and maintaining patient care. Assessing and

evaluating patient records and interpreting data. Strong knowledge of

Medicare/Medicaid regulations and JACHO standards. Strong communication

and interpersonal skills with the ability to develop an excellent rapport

with co-workers, physicians, and members of the community.

Specific Qualifications: Ability to meet and exceed deadlines

Posse's effective verbal and written

communication skills

Adaptability and flexibility Work well under stressful conditions

Organized and posses ability to handle

multiple tasks/priorities

Great judgment/critical decision making skills

Proficient computer knowledge-

McKesson/Horizons software

Excellent performer- assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and

evaluation of nursing care process

Excellent IV therapy and Phlebotomy skills

Education: 1996-1998 UAB/Walker College Associates Degree in Nursing RN

1989-1991 Wallace State Community College Associates Degree Paralegal

Professional Experience: April 2013- Current Omega Hospice Case Manager

Responsible for the management and coordination for hospice

patients and families. Coordinate with Director/PCM and

interdisciplinary team to ensure effective health services Provide direct

nursing care, education and emotional support to terminally ill patients

and their families

Assist patients/families by providing education/advice on pain,

symptom management and end of life care.

Monitor patient's treatment procedures and

communicate with care providers. Responsible for

developing and implementing individualized and appropriate care plans for

each patient

Sept 2012 to March 2013 Gentiva Hospice Admission Manager

Possess extensive knowledge of Hospice

Medicare/Medicaid benefits and verified coverage of each admission.

Completed, reviewed and audit each

admission's and entered correct diagnosis codes Coordinates staff and

schedules each admission

Monitors, coaches, and mentors admit nurses to

successfully educate potential patients from referrals through the

admission process

Maintained documentation of all

referrals/admissions monthly

March 2008- Sept 2013 St Vincent's East Charge Nurse--Currently PRN

Completed nursing and aid assignments

Maintained/monitored staff available for

upcoming shift

Completed and checked competencies for nursing staff

Provided nursing care and treatment

to patients within scope of practice

Communicated extensively with patients, families and physicians

Facilitated medical care identified

critical medical needs and emergency situations Co-chair

for Nursing Leaders Staff committee

Preceptor/educator for senior nursing students

April 2006-Sept 2008 Community Relations Director Southern Care Hospice

Managed and oversee the admission process

Achieved sales activities, quotas and any other assigned responsibility

Provided necessary training to hospice

sales liaisons'

Monitor/maintained the sales and marketing budget

Proven ability to

generate/maintain relationships with new and existing accounts

Set high performance expectations, coaching,

motivating and promoting teamwork

May 2004-April 2006 Admissions Coordinator Southern Care Hospice

Performed, delegated patient care activities

in the home

Proficient in the assessment of the patients physical, mental, psychosocial

and spiritual dimensions of care

Exceptional knowledge of basic insurance coverage, reimbursement and

benefit management Participated in clinical outcomes monitoring, follow

ups, and agency performance improvement initiatives

References:

Renay Bullard RN Case Manager 256-***-****

Sherry Marrow Unit Manager 205-***-****

Awards/Honors 2009 Nurse Leadership Award St Vincent's East Hospital

2009 Outstanding Patient Care Service

Associate Award St Vincent's East Hospital

1998 Florence Nightingale Award UAB/Walker College School of Nursing

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