Natasha Cracolici

Orchestrated an enterprise-wide project for Utilization Managers and Physician advisors to adopt an AI tool, achieving a ROI of $2M within the first two years. Implemented multiple projects to ensure automated post-discharge follow-up calls, resulting in a reduction in hospital readmissions.

Performed utilization review and management, including concurrent and retrospective denial management. Contributed to various quality improvement projects within the hospital setting.

Collaborated with healthcare team members to coordinate patient care across various settings. Created customized care plans and discharge plans for patients in conjunction with patients and other healthcare providers.

Managed a transitional care team across multiple locations and facilitated root-cause analysis-based Transitional Care Consortiums. Collaborated with health plans and health system clinical and leadership teams to ensure optimum quality patient care and achieve HEDIS quality metrics.

Managed transitional care, directing patients to the proper locus of care and identifying patient risk factors and barriers to goals. Collaborated with executive leadership to develop and implement a transitional care program.

Provided comprehensive nursing care for medical, surgical, and telemetry patients within the scope of an RN. Ensured adherence to established protocols and patient safety standards.

Cared for medical, surgical, and oncology patients, applying nursing principles and practices. Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic patient care.

Currently undertaking the PMP Exam Prep Seminar at Udemy University to enhance project management skills and prepare for certification.

Completed the Leader Launch Program at Capita3, focusing on advanced leadership development to cultivate strategic and effective leadership capabilities.

Trained as an Evidence Based Practice Mentor at Mayo Clinic, focusing on integrating research evidence with clinical expertise and patient values.

Achieved Gold Quality certification from Mayo Clinic Quality Academy, demonstrating expertise in quality improvement methodologies and patient safety.

Earned an MBA with an emphasis in healthcare administration from Grand Canyon University, gaining expertise in business principles applied to healthcare.

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) at Grand Canyon University, developing comprehensive nursing skills and knowledge.

Obtained Registered Nurse (RN) qualification from Scottsdale Community College, preparing for professional nursing practice.

Completed the Transitional Care, Mary Naylor Model course at the University of Pennsylvania, focusing on advanced transitional care strategies.

Achieved ACM Certification from the American Case Management Association, validating expertise in case management practices.