Debra Love

Loudon, TN *****

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954-***-****

Accomplished Registered Nurse Case Manager with 42+ years of experience dedicated to quality care of diverse patients. Smoothly blend hands-on skills with advanced clinical background. Successful at working with all levels of healthcare providers, physicians and administrators to address patient needs.

Caring, hardworking and service-oriented with years of experience. Well-versed in offering evidence- based, therapeutic care. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to patient populations. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Work Experience

Registered Nurse Case Manager

NHC Home Care - Knoxville, TN

June 2016 to September 2023

• Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated individualized nursing care plans for each patient.

• Developed relationships with patients to ensure they received the highest quality of care.

• Collaborated with physicians, social workers and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients.

• Conducted home visits to assess the physical and mental condition of assigned patients.

• Created detailed documentation of patient health history including lab results, treatments and medications prescribed.

• Participated in team meetings to discuss treatment options for complex cases.

• Facilitated referrals for specialized services such as physical therapy or hospice care when needed.

• Implemented interventions based on evidence-based practice guidelines while working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.

• Identified potential risks related to medication use or inadequate follow up care after discharge from the hospital.

• Coordinated discharge planning with multidisciplinary teams ensuring safe transitions back into the community.

• Determined and coordinated appropriate level of care to meet individual patient needs.

• Updated and maintained discharge plan of care with physician, members of healthcare team, patients and families.

• Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.

• Participated in on-call rotations, delivering daily continuous quality care to patients.

• Trained, guided and mentored home healthcare providers to ensure all objectives were met.

• Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.

• Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.

• Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support. Education

Associate of Science in Nursing

University of Maine At Augusta - Augusta, ME

May 1981

Nursing Licenses

RN

Expires: April 2025

Skills

• Staff Management

• Patient Advocacy

• Case Management

• Medical Evaluation

• Medical Records Management

• Home Infusion Care

• Care Plan Development

• Documentation Review

• EMR Systems

• Medication Administration

• Critical Care Experience

• Nursing

Certifications and Licenses

RN License

CPR Certification

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