Christina Kremer
Morrisville
Summary
Dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at excelling in care coordination and chronic disease management. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through compassionate care and effective communication. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and advocating for patient needs, ensuring comprehensive support and quality improvement in healthcare delivery. IDD experience
Experienced with patient care management, emphasizing individualized care plans. Utilizes strong team collaboration to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Track record of navigating complex healthcare systems with focus on regulatory compliance and patient advocacy.
Healthcare professional prepared for role in care management, emphasizing high standards and results-driven approaches. Proven ability to improve patient outcomes through effective care coordination and team collaboration. Versatile and reliable, adaptable to changing needs while consistently demonstrating strong patient care and regulatory compliance skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Care Manager
Kencrest Services
12.2022 - 07.2025
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient-centered care plans.
- Assisted in monitoring patient progress and identifying needs for additional resources.
- Supported data collection and documentation for patient assessments and evaluations.
- Engaged with patients to provide education on health management and preventive care strategies.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists, ensuring seamless transitions in patient care.
- Updated electronic health records accurately to maintain comprehensive patient information.
- Participated in interdisciplinary meetings to enhance communication among healthcare providers.
- Researched best practices in care management to improve service delivery and outcomes.
- Coordinated and analyzed sustainable person-centered care plans involving internal and external providers.
- Educated and evaluated clinical and support staff regarding care quality management regulations and standards of care.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists, hospitalizations, ER visits, ancillary testing, and other enabling services for patients.
- Served as an advocate for both patients and staff members alike when addressing concerns related to policy implementation or ethical dilemmas.
Charge Nurse
Luther Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
09.2017 - 10.2019
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Developed and implemented care plans tailored to individual patient needs and conditions.
- Conducted regular assessments of patients to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices, policies, and equipment usage for improved team performance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance communication and streamline patient care processes.
- Managed medication administration and documentation to maintain compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
Charge Nurse
Neshaminy Manor
07.2009 - 11.2017
- Led quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety and satisfaction outcomes.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
- Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
- Contributed significantly towards Joint Commission accreditation compliance through regular audits, staff education and process improvement recommendations.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to the development of best practices within the department.
- Facilitated ongoing education for nursing staff through in-service training sessions and workshops on relevant topics.
- Reduced medication errors by establishing stringent medication administration procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Optimized resource allocation, ensuring all patients received timely and adequate care without overburdening staff.
- Streamlined shift handovers, ensuring seamless continuity of care and minimizing information gaps.
- Enhanced patient care quality by leading team of nurses to adopt evidence-based practices.
Education
Practical Nurse -
Bucks County Vocational School
Levittown, PA08-1999
High School Diploma -
Burlington County Vocational School
Mount Holly, NJ06-1988
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate care
- Mental health support
- Care coordination
- Geriatric care
- Diabetes management
- Medical records management
- Chronic disease management
- Postoperative care
- Healthcare technology
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient care coordination
- Assessment skills
- Care planning
- Documentation
- Staff training
- Continuing education
- Healthcare documentation
- Passing medications
- Order transcription
- Nurse supervision
- Standards of care
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Responsible and dependable
- Multitasking
- Dementia knowledge and care
- Adaptable and flexible
- Basic life support
- CPR certification
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Patient education
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Patient support
- Patient charting
- Physical assessments
- Pain management
- Immunization administration
- Feeding assistance
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Medical terminology
- Health promotion
- Call answering and assistance
- Professionalism
Timeline
Nurse Care Manager
Kencrest Services
12.2022 - 07.2025
Charge Nurse
Luther Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
09.2017 - 10.2019
Charge Nurse
Neshaminy Manor
07.2009 - 11.2017
Practical Nurse -
Bucks County Vocational School
High School Diploma -
Burlington County Vocational School
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