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Kellie McWilliams

Calgary,Canada

Summary

Accomplished Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Alberta Health Services, adept in case management and supervisory roles. Excelled in developing care plans and leading multidisciplinary teams, showcasing strong clinical skills and exceptional interpersonal communication. Proven track record in improving patient outcomes through effective case management and public health practices.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Alberta Health Services, AHS
04.2019 - Current
  • Determines and assesses eligibility for Home Care services and internal/external AHS resources.
  • Identifies client risks and urgency for services.
  • Develops, evaluates, and modifies care plans in collaboration with clients, families, and the multidisciplinary team.
  • Incorporates RAI-HC assessment outcomes into care planning.
  • Implements coordinated care plans, negotiates resources, and ensures appropriate client assignments.
  • Coordinates client conferences to promote wellness and achieve client goals.
  • Provides comprehensive case management services, incorporating physical, psychosocial, and spiritual aspects.

Registered Nurse - Communicable Disease Control

Alberta Health Services
09.2020 - 05.2022
  • Utilized outbreak management principles and reported COVID-19 cases in compliance with the Public Health Act of Alberta.
  • Collaborated with Public Health, healthcare providers, and the Medical Officer of Health in COVID-19 management.
  • Conducted contact tracing and follow-up for congregate facility outbreaks.
  • Served as relief team lead, providing support and guidance to a team of outbreak nurses.
  • Provided education and guidance to congregate facilities on outbreak management.

Nurse Clinician - Acute Medicine/Medical Teaching

Alberta Health Services
09.2013 - 04.2019
  • Provided clinical coordination and supervisory support to the multidisciplinary team.
  • Coordinated workflow and patient care delivery.
  • Facilitated communication between families and staff.
  • Acted as a clinical leader and resource person.
  • Participated in setting and monitoring standards of care.
  • Assisted in the educational development of staff nurses.
  • Prepared performance appraisals.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing

Athabasca University
Athabasca, AB
04-2008

Skills

  • Clinical Skills: Acute Care (Medicine, Oncology, Cardiology, Cardiac Surgery, Palliative Care), Geriatric/Dementia Care, Patient-Centered Care, Care Plan Development, Wound Care, Medication Administration, IV Therapy, Patient Education
  • Nursing Process: Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation, Critical Thinking, Problem-Solving, Decision Making
  • Communication & Teamwork: Multidisciplinary Collaboration, Interpersonal Skills, Patient Communication, Family Communication
  • Public Health: Outbreak Management, Contact Tracing, Infection Control, Public Health Act Knowledge

Certification

  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
  • Understanding Dementia Certificate, University of Tasmania, February 2020.


Professional Registration

Current practicing registration in good standing with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA)

Timeline

Registered Nurse - Communicable Disease Control

Alberta Health Services
09.2020 - 05.2022

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Alberta Health Services, AHS
04.2019 - Current

Nurse Clinician - Acute Medicine/Medical Teaching

Alberta Health Services
09.2013 - 04.2019

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing

Athabasca University
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