JOHN A. KIRN
Philadelphia
Summary
Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience at Temple University Health System, excelling in care coordination and patient advocacy. Proven track record in complex case management and EHR implementation, enhancing clinical outcomes through effective collaboration and innovative solutions. Committed to empowering patients and families while driving optimal health results.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Care Transition Navigator
Temple University Health System
Philadelphia
04.2023 - Current
- Supported patients and families by coordinating care across multiple healthcare settings
- Managed patients from the ambulatory care setting to ensure clinical follow up, compliance with plan of care, and prevent readmission
- Coordinated care for patients in the inpatient setting, assisted social work and case management with discharge planning
- Collaborated with home health agencies and post-acute facilities
- Provided screening for social determinants of health and access to care and worked collaboratively with interdisciplinary team to connect patient with resources to improve clinical outcomes
Registered Nurse Health Coach
Independence Blue Cross
Philadelphia
04.2015 - 06.2022
- Provided disease management and case management services to Independence Blue Cross members
- Coordinated medical care, provided patient education, and implemented individualized care plans
- Established, monitored, and evaluated goals/interventions for each engaged member and provided ongoing support and guidance to promote optimal health outcomes
- Additional job-related duties included assisting in education and training of new nursing staff and acting as preceptor to new hires
Registered Nurse, Inpatient Acute Rehabilitation Unit
Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital
Darby
07.2009 - 06.2014
- Provided direct nursing care to patients receiving intensive inpatient rehabilitation services
- Acted as "Super-User" during the implementation of a hospital-wide electronic health record system; tasked with assisting in the education and training of nursing staff and providing end-user support during launch period
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA05.2008
Skills
- Care coordination
- Patient advocacy
- Complex case management
- Disease management
- EHR implementation
- Clinical documentation
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED)
Timeline
Care Transition Navigator
Temple University Health System
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Health Coach
Independence Blue Cross
04.2015 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse, Inpatient Acute Rehabilitation Unit
Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital
07.2009 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Temple University