Kasi Burns
West Decatur
Summary
Hardworking and skilled in compassionate care and advanced care planning, significantly improving patient outcomes at Medi Home Health and Hospice. Leveraging expertise in clinical documentation and pain assessment, and developing tailored care plans. My approach fosters trust and supports families through challenging times, demonstrating a profound commitment to patient welfare and safety.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health/Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Medi Home Health And Hospice
State College
10.2021 - 12.2024
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the end-of-life process, promoting dignity and comfort.
- Collaborated with physicians to optimize medication regimens for symptom control in terminally ill patients.
- Improved patient care by developing and implementing comprehensive hospice nursing plans tailored to individual needs.
- Managed complex caseloads effectively, prioritizing tasks based on patient acuity levels.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless delivery of hospice services.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient interactions, assessments, interventions, and responses to care.
- Educated patients and families about illness progression, treatment options, and available resources for additional support.
- Efficiently managed caseloads while adhering to regulatory guidelines ensuring compliance with Medicare conditions of participation.
- Ensured timely delivery of medical treatments for optimal symptom management while maintaining a high level of compassion.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
MHM
Rockview State Prison, Bellefonte, PA
01.2008 - 10.2010
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or selfharm.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Collaborated proactively with psychiatrists to adjust treatment plans based on observed changes in symptoms or behavior patterns among patients.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Promoted a therapeutic environment by establishing rapport, maintaining boundaries, and fostering open communication with patients and families.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Meadows Psychiatric Center
Centre Hall, PA
09.2006 - 08.2008
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or selfharm.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Collaborated proactively with psychiatrists to adjust treatment plans based on observed changes in symptoms or behavior patterns among patients.
Education
Associate of Arts - Theology
Franciscan University of Steubenville
Steubenville, OH05-2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lock Haven University
Clearfield, PA05-2005
Skills
- Home care management
- Advanced care planning
- Compassionate care
- Pain assessment
- Patient education
- Clinical documentation
- Family support
- Pain control
- Medication administration
- Care planning
- Family education
- IV and venipuncture
Timeline
Home Health/Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Medi Home Health And Hospice
10.2021 - 12.2024
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
MHM
01.2008 - 10.2010
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Meadows Psychiatric Center
09.2006 - 08.2008
Associate of Arts - Theology
Franciscan University of Steubenville
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lock Haven University