Amanda Walk
Bethel Park
Summary
Accomplished RN Utilization Reviewer and Unit Coordinator with a proven track record at Cigna and St. Clair Hospital. Expert in discharge planning and quality improvement, demonstrating strong clinical judgment and compassion. Excelled in enhancing patient care through research utilization and effective team coordination, significantly improving care standards and safety practices.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Utilization Reviewer
Cigna
10.2018 - Current
- Reviews inpatient and extended care facility authorizations for medical necessity.
- Collaborates with matrix partners to ensure members receive all resources available.
- Reviews and facilitates International Air Ambulance transportation, acts as SME for domestic Air Ambulance for peers.
RN Unit Coordinator
St. Clair Hospital
12.2013 - 10.2018
- Managed the care of patients and acted as a resource and mentor to nurses and physicians on the designated stroke unit and post-surgical unit.
- Possesses extensive telemetry experience and guided staff in telemetry decision-making.
- Audited the safety practices of nurses and used constructive criticism to improve care.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Western Pennsylvania School of Nursing
Pittsburgh, PA06.2013
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Point Park University
Pittsburgh, PA05.2006
Skills
- Compassion and Empathy
- Discharge Planning
- Quality Improvement
- Research utilization
- Team Coordination
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Accomplishments
- Recipient of Cameo of Caring for St.Clair Hospital.
- Recipient of the Clinical Excellence Award for Western Pennsylvania School of Nursing.
- Rank 1 out of 27 at Western Pennsylvania School of Nursing, Class of 2013.
Timeline
RN Utilization Reviewer
Cigna
10.2018 - Current
RN Unit Coordinator
St. Clair Hospital
12.2013 - 10.2018
Diploma - Nursing
Western Pennsylvania School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Point Park University
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