Elena Kononchuk
Chandler
Summary
Experienced RN Case Manager bringing 10+ years treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare staff. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Surgical Care Manager
Phoenix VA Medical Center
Phoenix, AZ
08.2021 - Current
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Educate patients, families and caregivers on surgical treatment options, and post-op care.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
Case Manager Coordinator
Carolton Chronic And Convalescent Hospital
Fairfield, CT
02.2018 - 07.2021
- Collaborated with Home Care and Outpatient Therapy resource providers to offer clients access to community health services
- Organized clinical documentation, treatment plans, and referrals for 50+ patients per month
- Provided ongoing teaching to help patients deal with conditions and processes
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan
- Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission
RN Supervisor
Cambridge Health & Rehabilitation Center
Fairfield, Connecticut
03.2011 - 02.2018
- Direct day-to-day administrative and operational functions for 160-bed facility, providing guidance and leadership to over 50 employees across more than 3 departments during evening 3-11 shift.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on 160 bed facility, delegated nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs and unit clerks.
RN Staff Nurse
Southport Health & Rehabilitation
Southport, CT
06.2006 - 03.2011
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Cared for patients in 30-bed sub-acute rehabilitation unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Wilkes University
Wilkes-Barre, PA11.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
WGU
Utah, USA04.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Tashkent Akhunbabaev College of Nursing
Uzbekistan2004
Skills
- Disease management standards
- Admitting processes
- Patient Care
- Case Reviews
- Nurse Leadership
- Nurse Management
- Patient education and advocacy
- Discharge Planning
- Direct patient care
- Medication Administration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Chronic disease management
- Preventative health
Additional Information
Received The Nightingale Award for Excellence in Nursing in 2010.
Timeline
RN Surgical Care Manager
Phoenix VA Medical Center
08.2021 - Current
Case Manager Coordinator
Carolton Chronic And Convalescent Hospital
02.2018 - 07.2021
RN Supervisor
Cambridge Health & Rehabilitation Center
03.2011 - 02.2018
RN Staff Nurse
Southport Health & Rehabilitation
06.2006 - 03.2011
Master of Science - Nursing
Wilkes University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
WGU
Associate of Science - Nursing
Tashkent Akhunbabaev College of Nursing
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