Christina Turner
Haleyville,
Alabama 35565
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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