Beth Neely
Mooresville,NC
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in utilization review, care coordination, infection control, and patient advocacy. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary team and insurance companies to optimize care and prevent payment denials.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse-Utilization Review Resource Team
Atrium Health
Charlotte, NC
06.2022 - Current
- Act as bridge between healthcare providers and insurance companies to optimize care and prevent payment denials
- Analyze medical records to ensure patient hospital stays are clinically necessary, cost effective and meet insurance guidelines while managing 50-100 fax requests daily, emails, and phone calls.
Registered Nurse-COVID Exposure Nurse
Atrium Health
Charlotte, NC
08.2019 - 06.2022
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict CDC infection control protocols and educating employees daily on proper hygiene practices and isolation protocols set forth by organization
- Performed contact tracing to ensure that 100+ employees and patients remained safe and infection free on a daily basis
- Conducted thorough employee assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Registered Nurse Case Manager-ICU
Atrium Health
Charlotte, NC
03.2015 - 08.2019
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs in order to develop individualized care plans that facilitated optimal health outcomes.
- Developed professional relationships with community partners to enhance available support services for patients transitioning from acute care settings
- Advocated for patient's rights, facilitating access to necessary services and resources within the community.
- Managed complex caseloads of 30+ patients, ensuring timely follow-ups and continuity of care for diverse populations.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Centennial Medical Center
Nashville, TN
10.2012 - 11.2014
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes and promote health education initiatives.
- Collaborated with community resources to facilitate access to services for patients and families.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Centennial Medical Center
Nashville, TN
04.2009 - 10.2012
- Monitored cardiac patients' vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Administered medications and treatments in compliance with established protocols.
- Educated patients and families on cardiac health management and discharge instructions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient-centered care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC08-2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges, Gateway Community College
Phoenix, AZ04-2008
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Tennessee
Chattanooga, TN12-1997
Certification
- NC Registered Nursing License - 275899 2008-Present
- BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse-Utilization Review Resource Team
Atrium Health
06.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse-COVID Exposure Nurse
Atrium Health
08.2019 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse Case Manager-ICU
Atrium Health
03.2015 - 08.2019
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Centennial Medical Center
10.2012 - 11.2014
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Centennial Medical Center
04.2009 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Appalachian State University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges, Gateway Community College
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Tennessee