Dawn Harrison
Middletown
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
UM Concurrent Reviewer
Christiana Care Health System
Newark
04.2022 - Current
- Reviewed patient cases for medical necessity and appropriate treatment plans.
- Analyzed clinical documentation for accuracy and completeness in reviews.
- Communicated effectively with providers regarding authorization decisions.
- Documented review findings in health system databases for tracking purposes.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Provided feedback to healthcare providers on clinical documentation improvement to support utilization review.
- Conducted comprehensive reviews of patient records to ensure medical necessity and compliance with healthcare standards.
- Analyzed utilization data to identify patterns and make recommendations for cost-effective care delivery.
- Documented all utilization review activities, findings, and decisions in patient records and databases.
RN
penn home health
Bala
03.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and safety practices.
- Assisted in coordinating care with external healthcare providers and agencies.
- Conducted health assessments and documented vital signs accurately.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols in home environments.
- Implemented patient-centered care strategies to improve overall well-being.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
RN Floor Nurse
Christiana Care Health System
Newark
09.2014 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses daily.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and treatment options.
- Assisted in coordinating patient admissions, discharges, and transfers efficiently.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and concerns.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation of patient care activities.
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure a safe environment.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during critical times.
- Performed wound care, catheter insertion and removal, intravenous therapy, medication administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Initiated admissions, transitions and discharges by communicating with colleagues as well as patients and family members.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient records according to hospital policy.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure best possible outcomes for the patient's recovery.
- Assessed and monitored patients' health condition, including vital signs, physical assessments, and laboratory test results.
- Maintained a safe environment for staff members and patients through infection control practices or safety protocols.
- Supervised CNAs and other staff delivering care in setting by coaching and supporting.
- Responded to medical emergencies promptly and provided life-saving interventions when necessary.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately communicating patient information during shift change report times.
- Educated families about nutrition, hygiene needs and home safety measures for successful discharge planning.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with difficult diagnoses or lifestyle changes.
- Reviewed lab values for accuracy prior to administering prescribed medications.
- Communicated with nursing personnel to enforce procedures, policies and regulations.
- Monitored trends in patient progress over time using various tools such as flow sheets or charting systems.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing timely responses to requests from other departments.
- Instructed patients on pre-and post-operative care instructions, diet modifications, medications and self-care techniques.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
RN Floor Nurse
Delaware County Memorial Hospital
delaware county
03.2006 - 03.2020
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses daily.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and treatment options.
- Assisted in coordinating patient admissions, discharges, and transfers efficiently.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and concerns.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation of patient care activities.
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure a safe environment.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during critical times.
- Performed wound care, catheter insertion and removal, intravenous therapy, medication administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Initiated admissions, transitions and discharges by communicating with colleagues as well as patients and family members.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure best possible outcomes for the patient's recovery.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient records according to hospital policy.
- Assessed and monitored patients' health condition, including vital signs, physical assessments, and laboratory test results.
- Maintained a safe environment for staff members and patients through infection control practices or safety protocols.
- Supervised CNAs and other staff delivering care in setting by coaching and supporting.
- Responded to medical emergencies promptly and provided life-saving interventions when necessary.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately communicating patient information during shift change report times.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with difficult diagnoses or lifestyle changes.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing timely responses to requests from other departments.
- Educated families about nutrition, hygiene needs and home safety measures for successful discharge planning.
- Instructed patients on pre-and post-operative care instructions, diet modifications, medications and self-care techniques.
- Reviewed lab values for accuracy prior to administering prescribed medications.
- Communicated with nursing personnel to enforce procedures, policies and regulations.
- Monitored trends in patient progress over time using various tools such as flow sheets or charting systems.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
RN Floor Nurse
Graduate Hospital
Philadelphia
08.2000 - 08.2006
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses daily.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and treatment options.
- Assisted in coordinating patient admissions, discharges, and transfers efficiently.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and concerns.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation of patient care activities.
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure a safe environment.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during critical times.
- Performed wound care, catheter insertion and removal, intravenous therapy, medication administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Initiated admissions, transitions and discharges by communicating with colleagues as well as patients and family members.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure best possible outcomes for the patient's recovery.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient records according to hospital policy.
- Assessed and monitored patients' health condition, including vital signs, physical assessments, and laboratory test results.
- Maintained a safe environment for staff members and patients through infection control practices or safety protocols.
- Supervised CNAs and other staff delivering care in setting by coaching and supporting.
- Responded to medical emergencies promptly and provided life-saving interventions when necessary.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately communicating patient information during shift change report times.
- Educated families about nutrition, hygiene needs and home safety measures for successful discharge planning.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with difficult diagnoses or lifestyle changes.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing timely responses to requests from other departments.
- Instructed patients on pre-and post-operative care instructions, diet modifications, medications and self-care techniques.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds on each assigned unit at least once per week.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Immaculata University
Immaculata , PA 05-2019
Skills
- Medical necessity analysis
- Clinical documentation review
- HIPAA compliance
- Utilization management
- Patient care coordination
- Health assessment
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
Timeline
UM Concurrent Reviewer
Christiana Care Health System
04.2022 - Current
RN
penn home health
03.2020 - Current
RN Floor Nurse
Christiana Care Health System
09.2014 - Current
RN Floor Nurse
Delaware County Memorial Hospital
03.2006 - 03.2020
RN Floor Nurse
Graduate Hospital
08.2000 - 08.2006
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Immaculata University
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