Manager Quality Assurance
Resume:
Tari Matura
Email: ********@***************.***
Address:
City: Brandon
State: MS
Zip: 39047
Country: USA
Phone: 601-***-****
Skill Level: Any
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Primary Skills/Experience:
Objectives To obtain a position as a member of your organization that will utilize my Interqual and Case Management skills, work ethic, professional flexibility, and leadership ability. Nurse Case Manager with valid Mississippi RN License. Solid clinical, utilization review and case management experience within a managed care environment. Responsible Case Manager with excellent communication skills demonstrated by 15 years of experience in healthcare.
Educational Background:
High School Dipolma from Wharton Community College, Wharton TX 1/2001 to 5/1997 (Nursing)
Job History / Details:
Professional Summary
Objectives
To obtain a position as a member of your organization that will utilize my Interqual and Case Management skills, work ethic, professional flexibility, and leadership ability. Nurse Case Manager with valid Mississippi RN License. Solid clinical, utilization review and case management experience within a managed care environment. Responsible Case Manager with excellent communication skills demonstrated by 15 years of experience in healthcare.
Licenses
Registered Nurse in the State of Mississippi
CPR certified through American Heart Association
Professional Experience
September 2012 to Current
Greenwood Leflore Hospital Greenwood, MS
Clinical Care Manager
Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues. Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community. Ensured HIPAA compliance. Responsible for primary care, case management and medication management.Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow. Actively participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program.Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.Documented patient information obtained from interviews.
December 2010 to September 2012
The University of Mississippi Medical Center Jackson, MS
RN Marrow Transplant Coordinator
Educated patient and families regarding the bone marrow transplant process. Scheduled necessary tests and followed up results with the Transplant Physician. Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments. Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records. Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community. Ensured HIPAA compliance. Responsible for primary care, case management and medication management. Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including but not limited to, creating and improving medical protocols/guidelines. Actively participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program. Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols. Documented patient information obtained from interviews. Maintained patient charts and confidential files.
2010 to 2011
The University of Mississippi Medical Center MS
RN Transfer Coordinator
Coordinated with adult hospital to facilitate timely admissions and transfers of patients throughout the hospital.
Communicated with outside facilities regarding transferring patients to a higher level of care.
Utilized Interqual criteria to determine admission/acceptance status and appropriate level of care regarding transfer of patient.
2008 to 2010
The University of Mississippi Medical Center MS
Case Manager
Clinical case manager for the Hematology Service.
Coordinated discharge plans with patient and their families, worked with other disciplinary teams to develop an appropriate discharge plan, worked closely with the staff physicians, residents and interns to discharge patients in a timely manner.
2007 to 2008
Mississippi State Hospital Whitfield, MS
RN Charge Nurse
Continuous monitoring of court committed male patients.
Assisted in developing and monitoring treatment plans.
2005 to 2007
Mississippi Home Care Brandon, MS
Clinical Team Leader
Initiated and coordinated the patient's plan of treatment through community resources, nursing staff, and therapists.
Assured financial and regulatory compliance affecting patient care.
Participated in QA and QI processes.
2004 to 2005
The University of Mississippi Medical Center MS
Case Manager
Clinical case manager for the Orthopedic Service.
Coordinated discharge plans with patient and their families, worked with other disciplinary teams to develop an appropriate discharge plan, worked closely with the staff physicians, residents and interns to discharge patients in a timely manner.
2003 to 2004
Rankin Medical Center Brandon, MS
Staff Nurse
Direct patient care on the medical surgical floor.
2003 to 2003
North Central Medical Center McKinney, TX
Rehab Staff Nurse
Direct patient care primarily to CVA and orthopedic patients.
2003 to 2003
Central Mississippi Medical Center MS
Staff Nurse
Direct patient care on the telemetry floor.
2001 to 2002
Van Alstyne Elementary School Van Alstyne, TX
Elementary School Nurse
Performed routine hearing and vision screenings as mandated by Texas State Law.
Provided first aid as needed, administered medications prescribed by physicians, assisted handicapped students with activities of daily living as necessary, prepared classroom lectures as requested by teachers or administration.
2000 to 2001
Blue Cross Blue Shield Richardson, TX
Medical Review Nurse
Telephonic utilization review nurse for HMO contracts.
Pre-cert and concurrent reviews as necessary.
1999 to 2000
Matagorda General Hospital Bay City, TX
Rehab Staff Nurse
Provided direct patient care primarily to orthopedic and CVA patients.
Education and Training
May 1997 Wharton Community College Wharton, TX
Associate Degree Nursing
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