Talia McNeal
Indianapolis
Summary
Conscientious Clinical Nurse Reviewer known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in medical chart review, utilization management, and evidence-based practice. Excel in critical thinking, communication, and time management to ensure optimal patient outcomes and healthcare standards compliance. Seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nursing position where I am able to utilize my education and training in utilization management
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
L.P.N
Shiftkey
01.2021 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Assisted in diagnostic tests and procedures, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and guidelines.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, promoting adherence to treatment plans.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records, enhancing communication within the care team.
- Implemented infection control measures effectively, contributing to a safer healthcare environment for patients and staff.
Clinical Nurse Reviewer
Acentra Health
06.2023 - 08.2025
- Reviewed medical records to assess necessity of requested healthcare services.
- Adhered to strict timelines for case completion while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail during the review process.
- Conducted comprehensive reviews of clinical documentation to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
Utilization Management Review Nurse
CFA STAFFING
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Review medical records for prior authorizations, for acute hospital medical admissions
- Conducted comprehensive clinical reviews to ensure adherence to established guidelines and protocols.
- Utilized electronic health records systems to maintain accurate and up-to-date patient information.
- Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA regulations during all clinical review activities, ensuring patient confidentiality was upheld at all times.
LPN Charge Nurse
Creekside Health and Rehabilitation
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Charge nurse on rehabilitate unit and LTAC, patient advocate, medication management, charting, communication with MD and NP for change of conditions and new orders
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Poinsett health and rehab
02.2018 - 04.2019
- Floor nurse on rehab unit, medication administration, reporting COC to provider, family communication and education.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
Unit Manager
Cardon
05.2017 - 09.2017
- Manage nursing staff and follow up on patient care, appointments, labs, admissions, clinically at risk patients and many more challenging duties
- Led cross-functional teams to optimize operational workflows and improve service delivery.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly for professional growth opportunities, accountability measures, and feedback-driven improvement strategies.
- Resolved conflicts among team members quickly to maintain a positive working environment conducive for continued excellence in patient care.
- Oversaw RNs, LPNs, nursing aides, medical clerks and support staff and performed staffing scheduling duties.
Nurse Supervisor
ASC
04.2016 - 05.2017
- Supervision of building, making rounds, staffing issues, running reports, assisting staff and patients when needed and several challenging duties
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with patient care protocols and standards.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Developed strong relationships with medical providers which facilitated improved collaboration between nurses and physicians resulted in more effective treatment strategies being implemented swiftly.
L.P.N Utilization Management Review Nurse
CFA Staffing
06.2015 - 12.2015
- Prior Authorization review nurse
- Streamlined review processes, reducing turnaround times while maintaining high-quality standards in assessments.
- Increased efficiency in the review process by streamlining workflows and implementing time-saving strategies for data collection and analysis.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to document findings and support decision-making processes effectively.
Education
License Practical Nurse Diploma -
Brown Mackie College
Indianapolis, INSkills
- Staff Nurse
- Patient Care
- Supervising Experience
- Utilization management
- Case management
- Clinical documentation
- Patient advocacy
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Clinical judgment
- Infection control
- Catheter care
- Healthcare software proficiency
- Transcribing orders
- CPR/AED
- Nursing documentation
- Medical record review
- Policy compliance
- Utilization review
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Critical thinking
- Strong clinical judgment
Certification
- BLS/CPR
- AED Certification
Nursing Licenses
LPN Indiana State
LPN Compact State
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Reviewer
Acentra Health
06.2023 - 08.2025
Utilization Management Review Nurse
CFA STAFFING
02.2023 - 06.2023
L.P.N
Shiftkey
01.2021 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Creekside Health and Rehabilitation
10.2019 - 12.2020
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Poinsett health and rehab
02.2018 - 04.2019
Unit Manager
Cardon
05.2017 - 09.2017
Nurse Supervisor
ASC
04.2016 - 05.2017
L.P.N Utilization Management Review Nurse
CFA Staffing
06.2015 - 12.2015
License Practical Nurse Diploma -
Brown Mackie College
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