Jennifer Appling
Williamson
Summary
Experienced RN with a strong background in care coordination and community resource collaboration. Known for effective communication skills, organization and a commitment to patient-centered care, ready to drive improvements in healthcare delivery.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Care Manager
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
Fayetteville
01.2015 - Current
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging for home health services and post-hospital follow up appointments.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the organization.
- Collaborated with social workers to address community resource needs.
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams.
- Obtained ACM Accredited Case Management certification.
RN Case Manager
Upson Regional Medical Center
Thomaston
08.2010 - 12.2014
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and challenges.
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams and healthcare professionals.
- Collaborated with community resources to facilitate additional services for patients.
- Conducted utilization review using Interqual to determine the medical necessity of services..
RN Mother/Baby
Upson Regional Medical Center
Thomaston
01.2005 - 08.2010
- Provided direct patient care to new mothers and their newborns.
- Administered medications and managed intravenous therapies effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Obtained NCC Certification in Maternal Newborn Nursing.
RN Oncology
Fayette Community Hospital
Fayetteville
07.2002 - 01.2005
- Provided direct patient care including administering chemotherapy.
- Educated patients and families on health management and side effects from chemotherapy.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Obtained ONCC Chemotherapy Certificate.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Clayton State University
Morrow, GA06-2002
Skills
- Care coordination
- Discharge planning
- Patient assessment
- Quality improvement
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Effective communication
Timeline
RN Care Manager
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
01.2015 - Current
RN Case Manager
Upson Regional Medical Center
08.2010 - 12.2014
RN Mother/Baby
Upson Regional Medical Center
01.2005 - 08.2010
RN Oncology
Fayette Community Hospital
07.2002 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Clayton State University