Alena Lucaci
Roseville
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) with a proven track record in health care and acute care settings, delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced environment. Proactive and goal-oriented with excellent time management and problem-solving abilities. Recognized for reliability, adaptability, and quick learning of new skills. Committed to driving team success and contributing to organizational growth. Recently relocated from Seattle, WA to Sacramento, CA in October 2023, excited to bring expertise and passion for healthcare to a new community.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transition of Care/Concurrent Review Nurse
Hill Physicians Medical Group
03.2024 - Current
- Conducted acute care concurrent reviews.
- Reviewed documentation for medical necessity.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to develop and implement care plans.
- Evaluated patient outcomes and recommended changes to treatment plans if needed.
- Adhered to regulations and standards related to healthcare utilization.
- Ensured compliance with payer guidelines.
- Communicated with insurance companies to justify medical necessity for various treatments.
- Provided support and education to patients and their families about utilization review processes.
- Participated in quality assurance and improvement initiatives.
Registered Nurse, Med-Surg/Oncology
Providence Regional Medical Center
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex oncology/medical surgical patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular routes according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions.
- Documented in the EMR all treatments delivered/medications/IVs/discharge instructions and follow up care.
- Educated patients, families on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health Contract
Fairfax Behavioral Health
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Performed multiple admissions on a daily basis and contacted on call physicians for admission orders.
- Performed nursing assessments /CIWA/COWS assessments on patients admitted with various mental health conditions as well as detox patients admitted to unit.
- Administered medication and treatments as ordered.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Registered Nurse, Gastroenterology Clinic
Washington Gastroenterology
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Triaged symptom calls per clinic approved protocols.
- Performed triage on walk in patients and determined severity of symptoms.
- Documented all patient care encounters accurately, and timely.
- Expedited recovery times by promptly addressing postoperative complications /educated patients on lifestyle modifications to prevent or manage gastrointestinal issues.
- Communicated effectively with physicians about patient concerns/patient requests.
- Managed nursing inbox requests/portal messages.
- Maintained sample medication supplies and patient care supply inventory.
- Collaborated with insurance companies to verify coverage, clarify benefits, and facilitate authorization for medical services/medications/imaging, reducing delays in patient care delivery.
- Contacted pharmacies in order to ensure patients were able to get vital medications on time reducing high gastrointestinal flare ups.
- Analyzed denials of insurance claims, reviewed medical codes, performed appeals as directed by physicians.
- Created non-visit orders for patients needing labs/imaging and sent to providers for signature.
- Created referrals for patient's per MD recommendations and faxed them to appropriate MD offices/faxed orders/referrals electronically and manually.
- Obtained pre-procedure medical clearance from outside providers for patients with cardiac and other high-risk conditions.
- Assisted physicians during diagnostic exams, ensuring accurate results for appropriate treatment plans.
Registered Nurse, Med-Surg/Oncology
Evergreen Health Care Center
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex oncology/medical surgical patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular routes according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Educated patients, families on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Offered exceptional care and support to patients recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Documented and updated patient charts timely to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Providence Regional Medical Center
01.2018 - 09.2018
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Certified Nursing Assistant
VIP Home Care Service
04.2017 - 12.2017
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Marysville Care Center
10.2016 - 04.2017
- Provided high quality patient centered care to residents in 97-bed nursing home facility.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities such as grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting, and bathing for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Shoreline Community College
Seattle WA12.2020
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Triage Nursing
- Patient Advocacy
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Multitasking & Prioritization
- Medication Administration
- Quality Improvement
- HIPAA Compliance
- EMR systems - EPIC- CERNER
- Clinical assessment
- Medicare/Medicaid
- Clinical judgment
- Utilization Review
- Discharge planning
- MCG
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
- California Board of Registered Nursing , 95350048
- BLS
Timeline
Transition of Care/Concurrent Review Nurse
Hill Physicians Medical Group
03.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Med-Surg/Oncology
Providence Regional Medical Center
08.2023 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health Contract
Fairfax Behavioral Health
03.2023 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse, Gastroenterology Clinic
Washington Gastroenterology
07.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse, Med-Surg/Oncology
Evergreen Health Care Center
06.2021 - 06.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Providence Regional Medical Center
01.2018 - 09.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
VIP Home Care Service
04.2017 - 12.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Marysville Care Center
10.2016 - 04.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Shoreline Community College
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