1. Roxanne K. Nardecchia, RN, MSN
11835 N. 40th Way Phoenix, AZ
602-290-4902 rknrn@cox.net
Registered Nurse – 23 Years of Clinical Expertise – Recent Patient Educator
Professional nurse who provided education to patients regarding specific disease states,
treatment, and assisted with resources in securing treatment. Presented to Health Care
Professionals and their staff regarding programs available to assist patients; excellent use of
resources and ability to work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team; goal oriented;
creative; efficient; highly motivated, productive and dependable, with previous business, and
counselor training.
 Educator  Care Coordinator
 Utilization Reviewer  Liaison/Facilitator
Education
MSN, Masterof Science in Nursing Leadership; Grand Canyon University, 2012
BFA, Bachelor of Fine Art in Photography; Arizona State University, 1984
AAS, Associates in Applied Sciences; Gateway Community College, 1995
Licensure
RN, RegisteredNurse, State of Arizona, current
Professional Nursing/Healthcare Experience
Nurse Educator; March 2013 – January 2015
Quintiles, Parsippany, NJ
 Interacted with patients and supplied support for persistence and compliance
 Maintained knowledge of clinical data and pharmacology
 Demonstrated time management skills; planning and prioritization skills; ability to multi-
task and maintain prioritization of key projects and deadlines from field based office
 Demonstrated effective presentation skills; high ability to motivate others; excellent
interpersonal (written and verbal) skills with demonstrated effectiveness to work
independently
 Demonstrated ability to develop, follow and execute developed plans in an independent
environment
 Demonstrated ability to effectively build positive relationships both internally &
externally with Health Care Practitioners, patients, and workforce
 Demonstrated ability to be adaptable to changing work environments and responsibilities
 Demonstrated competence in MS Office and iPad technology

2. Nurse Case Manager; July 2010 – December 2012
Scottsdale Healthcare, Scottsdale, AZ
 Oversaw all aspects of patient care coordination from inpatient/observation status to safe
discharge
 Functioned as the liaison between patient/family/interdisciplinary team
 Utilized community resources and knowledge of facilities
 Demonstrated knowledge of Medicare/Commercial/Workman’s Comp. insurance plans
 Utilized MIDAS/Interqual/Curaspan for Utilization Review/Cost effective outcomes
 Demonstrated knowledge and application of LEAN process to streamline work
 Identified issues that may delay patient discharge and facilitated resolution of these issues
 Educated internal members of the health care team on case management and managed
care concepts; provided clinical leadership, guidance and support for staff.
 Multi-tasked and prioritized activities in a rapidly changing environment.
 Proved time management, project management and organizational skills
School Nurse, NOAH Clinic; August 2007 – July 2010
Scottsdale Healthcare, Scottsdale, AZ
 Provided healthcare to school staff and 700+ students from Pre-K to Grade 3 in
underprivileged public school.
 Acted as the liaison between the students/families and NOAH Clinic/private doctor’s
practices.
 Conducted health screening and immunization clinics; obtained glasses for students in
need through community services.
 Maintained health records of students, administered medications and treatments as
needed, and provided ASHAR and Injury Reports.
 Provided health counseling and education and made necessary referrals.
 Educated nursing students performing Community Health rotations.
Medical-Surgical Nurse; 1993-2007
Scottsdale Healthcare, Scottsdale, Arizona
 Provided nursing care pre and post-surgery for patients in outpatient surgical center.
 Handled the queries and problems of the patient and their families and worked toward
resolutions
 Admitted and discharged patients in hospital setting.
 Assessed the patient status and notified the physicians of clinical changes.
 Interacted with departments in a teamwork approach for individualized patient care.
 Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, options, etc.
 Evaluated staffing requirements including floor assignments.
Honors and Awards
SHINE RN – Scottsdale Healthcare Incentive for Nursing Excellence;
Bronze award four consecutive years 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012