Melissa Hall
@melissahall
Licensed Vocational Nurse dedicated to improving patient outcomes.
What I'm looking for
As a Licensed Vocational Nurse with 13 years of experience, I have consistently demonstrated my commitment to improving patient outcomes through effective communication and sound nursing judgment. My role as an Inpatient Case Manager II at Astrana Health has allowed me to utilize my skills in accurate medical necessity screening and clinical documentation, ensuring that patients receive the appropriate level of care.
Throughout my career, I have worked in various healthcare settings, including Step Up On Second and Bridges To Recovery, where I managed medication administration and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create personalized care plans. My dedication to maintaining high standards of care is reflected in my ability to conduct thorough assessments and provide education to clients, ultimately leading to improved health outcomes.
Experience
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Licensed Vocational Nurse
Step Up On Second
Mar 2015 - Present (10 years 3 months)
Ensured accurate and timely documentation in client records according to CalAim standards and performed daily audits of medical office documentation to ensure nursing staff adhered to medication documentation policies. Administered medications according to MD orders to improve client outcomes and performed necessary nursing assessments, creating personalized care plans to prevent hospitalizations.
Inpatient Case Manager II LVN
Astrana Health
Dec 2024 - Present (6 months)
Responsible for accurate medical necessity screening and concurrent reviews for Anthem, Molina, Medicare and Medicaid LOB. Utilizes MCG criteria for appropriateness of inpatient care and provides Authorization for inpatient hospitalization, home health, and outpatient specialist. Collaborates with case managers, hospitalists, discharge planners and physicians in creating appropriate Discharge Plan
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Bridges To Recovery
Mar 2022 - Apr 2023 (1 year 1 month)
Managed oral and injectable medication administration for high-risk clients, ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to regulations. Utilized strong communication skills to meet with clients daily, assess concerns, and update care plans, resulting in improved client compliance and better health outcomes. Improved monthly JCAHO documentation process, reducing completion time and ensuring comp
Licensed Vocational Nurse
NurseFinders
Sep 2013 - Mar 2022 (8 years 6 months)
Obtained lab and imaging reports for providers to ensure efficient ongoing care and administered medications while observing therapeutic responses. Performed blood draws, EKGs, and specimen collection, and obtained, transcribed, and placed orders for medications within indicated deadlines. Assessed clients in immunization clinics and tracked data to ensure appropriate dose administration.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
CWC Charter Schools
Oct 2019 - Mar 2020 (5 months)
Administered medications and observed therapeutic responses, and assessed current health status of students. Conducted regular assessments of students under medical care, guiding them on appropriate health interventions to prevent complications. Provided appropriate education to support staff to reduce knowledge deficit and maintain open communication.
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