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Victora Johnson

@victorajohnson

Experienced Utilization Review Nurse with over 20 years in healthcare.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters professional growth and values quality patient care.

I am a dedicated nursing professional with over 20 years of experience in the healthcare field, specializing in utilization review. My journey has equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of patient care, clinical guidelines, and quality assurance. I take pride in my ability to analyze complex medical data and provide actionable insights that enhance patient outcomes and streamline processes.

Currently, I serve as a Clinical Nurse Specialist, where I develop utilization management policies and educate teams on quality assurance practices. My previous roles have honed my skills in claims review, patient education, and compliance with health plan accreditation. I am passionate about leveraging my expertise to improve healthcare delivery and ensure that patients receive the best possible care.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

DH
Current

Clinical Nurse Specialist Registered Nurse

Devoted Healthcare

Nov 2023 - Present (1 year 8 months)

Developed and updated Utilization Management (UM) policies, including researching and developing position statements for new technologies. Performed claims review, including provider dispute resolution and high-cost claim review, while analyzing trends for pended claims to recommend process improvements.

UC

Ambulatory Registered Nurse

UT Southwestern Family Medicine Clinic

Mar 2023 - Present (2 years 4 months)

Delivered nursing interventions consistent with medical plans of care, utilizing the nursing process to assess, implement, and record patient responses. Scheduled appointments, tests, and procedures, provided patient education, and triaged patient phone inquiries.

DS

Registered Nurse

Direct Care Staffing

Mar 2021 - Present (4 years 4 months)

Administered Pfizer and Moderna vaccinations to adults, adolescents, and children at various locations. Monitored patients for adverse reactions, provided education on reporting symptoms, and collected patient history prior to administration.

OI

Utilization Review Nurse, Senior Nurse -RN

Oscar Health Insurance

Dec 2019 - Present (5 years 7 months)

Collected medical information and applied evidence-based guidelines to determine medical necessity, including training team members on clinical template modifications. Served as a subject matter expert, evaluating clinical content usage and executing improvements on current clinical libraries and processes.

CI

LVN Case Coordinator Utilization Management Nurse

Cigna-HealthSpring

Jan 2013 - Present (12 years 6 months)

Collected, analyzed, and evaluated clinical documentation using established criteria to determine the appropriateness of clinical decisions. Ensured adherence to regulatory and departmental timeframes for review requests and supported all utilization management activities.

SC

Service Coordinator

Superior HealthPlan, Centene

Apr 2011 - Present (14 years 3 months)

Conducted telephonic outreach, documented assessments, and developed service plans, ensuring authorizations were completed. Assessed members' medical, safety, and support service needs, coordinating service delivery and providing health education.

DC

LVN Staff Nurse

Dallas Regional Medical Center

Jun 2005 - Present (20 years 1 month)

Observed and recorded patient behavior, performed physical examinations, and collected patient health history. Counseled and educated patients and their families on treatment plans, administered medication, and changed wound dressings.

EC

LVN Staff Nurse

East Texas Medical Center

Aug 2002 - Present (22 years 11 months)

Observed and recorded patient behavior, performed physical examinations, and collected patient health history. Counseled and educated patients and their families on treatment plans, administered medication, and changed wound dressings.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

The University of Texas At Arlington logoTA

The University of Texas At Arlington

Bachelor of Science, Nursing

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, gaining comprehensive knowledge and practical skills essential for professional nursing practice. Focused on patient care, health assessment, and clinical procedures.

Dallas County Community College District logoDD

Dallas County Community College District

Associate of Applied Science, Nursing

Earned an Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, building foundational knowledge in nursing principles and patient care. Developed skills in clinical settings and prepared for entry-level nursing roles.

Tyler Junior College logoTC

Tyler Junior College

License in Vocational Nursing, Nursing

Obtained a License in Vocational Nursing, focusing on practical nursing skills and patient support. Prepared for roles assisting registered nurses and providing direct patient care.

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Software and tools used professionally

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