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Rachel Stipek

Registered Nurse-Case Manager
Tucson,AZ

Summary

Experienced Registered Nurse with a diverse background in hospice, home health, case management, and specialized cardiac care. Proficient in creating personalized care plans, managing chronic conditions, and facilitating smooth transitions between healthcare settings. Skilled in fostering collaboration among interdisciplinary teams, educating patients and families, and navigating complex Medicare/Medicaid regulations. Recognized for sharp critical thinking skills, sound clinical judgment, and a commitment to delivering top-notch patient-centered care independently.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Director of Nursing

The Cottages of Tucson
Tucson, Arizona
03.2025 - Current
  • Oversee individualized care plans and staff training
  • Ensure compliance through routine assessments
  • Planned and assigned workload to 20-person clinical staff to direct patient care.

Clinical Manager / RN Case Manager

Uplift Hospice
Tucson, Arizona
08.2024 - Current
  • Educated patients and families about illness progression, treatment options, and available resources for additional support.
  • Collaborated with physicians to optimize medication regimens for symptom control in terminally ill patients.
  • Started Tucson hospice office from the ground up to a current census of 14 patients.
  • Provide ongoing case management to patients to implement appropriate treatment plan, adhere to quality models and maximize utilization of services needed to achieve optimal outcomes.

RN Case Manager

Haven Hospice
Tucson, Arizona
03.2022 - 08.2024
  • Managed symptom control and crisis response
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of patient needs to inform effective care planning.
  • Optimized resource utilization by identifying opportunities for cost containment while maintaining quality of care.
  • Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff, and patients.
  • Maintained a steady census of 20 patients at all times. Performed admissions, evaluations, and discharge of patients.

Registered Nurse

Banner University Medical Center Tucson
Tucson, Arizona
01.2019 - 03.2022
  • Optimized patient care by proactively identifying potential complications and initiating appropriate interventions in a timely manner.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing specialized cardiovascular care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by developing tailored care plans and addressing individual concerns.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
01.2023 - 03.2024

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Pima Medical Institute
Tucson, AZ
01.2018 - 08.2019

Skills

  • Hospice & Palliative Care

  • Patient Education & Engagement

  • Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration

  • Critical Thinking & Clinical Judgment

  • Care Plan Development & Implementation

  • Multi-tasking

  • Transitions of Care Coordination

  • Acute & Chronic Disease Management

Certification

RN License, Arizona-219794

Timeline

Director of Nursing

The Cottages of Tucson
03.2025 - Current

Clinical Manager / RN Case Manager

Uplift Hospice
08.2024 - Current

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing

Grand Canyon University
01.2023 - 03.2024

RN Case Manager

Haven Hospice
03.2022 - 08.2024

Registered Nurse

Banner University Medical Center Tucson
01.2019 - 03.2022

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Pima Medical Institute
01.2018 - 08.2019

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