Dawn Gilreath
Duluth
Summary
As psychiatric nursing professional, bring wealth of experience in patient management and therapeutic intervention. Highly focused on team collaboration and achieving patient care goals while maintaining flexibility in dynamic clinical settings. Dependable in adapting to changing needs and committed to delivering high-quality mental health care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Charge Nurse
ViewPoint Health
12.2024 - Current
- Managed an adult crisis unit using clinical expertise and ethical insight integrating the needs and input of staff and patients.
- Optimized unit workflow by regularly assessing staffing needs and adjusting schedules accordingly.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information, treatment plans, and progress notes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists on medication management protocols to ensure appropriate prescription practices for each patient''s unique needs.
Case Manager
Amedisys Home Health
07.2024 - Current
- Educate patients and families about proper self-care techniques, medication management, and wound care.
- Develop care plans.
- Assess physical and behavioral needs of patients and their response to treatments.
Psychiatric RN
Lakeview Behavioral Health
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Assess patients for suicidal ideation and homicidal ideation.
- Educate the patient about treatment and medications.
- Assess physical and behavioral needs of patients.
Psychiatric RN
Ridgeview Institute
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Assess patients for suicidal ideation and homicidal ideation.
- Educate the patient about treatment and medications.
- Assess physical and behavioral needs of patients.
Admission RN
Sacred Journey Hospice
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Assess patients’ suitability for hospice services.
- Educate the patient and family about the hospice philosophy.
- Perform a physical exam and give report of findings to the attending physician.
Advocate 4 Me RN
United Healthcare
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Assist callers with benefits and claims questions.
- Assist callers with navigating the healthcare system.
- Provide education about medical conditions.
Case Manager RN
Kaiser Permanente
09.2019 - 08.2021
- Daily review of hospital care by chart review and discussion with the attending physician and review of medical necessity and evidence-based practice by use of MCG software.
- Coordination of home health, required medical equipment, transfers to other medical facilities and obtaining insurance authorization for these services.
- Meetings with patients and families to develop safe discharge plans.
- Screening for lifestyle and possible needs for public service. Connecting patients with public services that may be able to assist them with obtaining: food, reduced cost dental or health care, transportation, and caregiver assistance.
Case Manager RN
OptumHealth
07.2015 - 09.2015
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of consumer’s health care. Assess needs and assist in the development of goals.
- Identify solutions to non-standard requests and problems
- Discuss cases with medical director as needed
- Identify health care gaps and connect members with public services that may help them to reach healthcare goals
- Education about health conditions and how to avoid complications
Utilization Manager I
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of GA
09.2013 - 07.2015
- Performs reviews on inpatient continued stay reviews and prior authorizations utilizing Milliman Guidelines
- Ensures member access to services appropriate to their health needs.
- Conducts assessments telephonically in order to address objectives and discharge planning needs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA05.2009
Skills
- Suicide risk assessment
- Inpatient psychiatric care
- Staff training and development
- Mental health counseling
- CCM certified with 7 years of case management experience
Timeline
Psychiatric Charge Nurse
ViewPoint Health
12.2024 - Current
Case Manager
Amedisys Home Health
07.2024 - Current
Psychiatric RN
Lakeview Behavioral Health
05.2024 - 07.2024
Psychiatric RN
Ridgeview Institute
06.2023 - 05.2024
Admission RN
Sacred Journey Hospice
01.2023 - 06.2023
Advocate 4 Me RN
United Healthcare
08.2021 - 12.2022
Case Manager RN
Kaiser Permanente
09.2019 - 08.2021
Case Manager RN
OptumHealth
07.2015 - 09.2015
Utilization Manager I
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of GA
09.2013 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kennesaw State University
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