Keith Lane
Hay Springs
Summary
Highly experienced Registered Nurse pursuing a case management position to apply extensive clinical knowledge, enhance patient outcomes through coordinated care, and contribute to effective healthcare team collaboration.
Results-driven case management professional with track record of effective client advocacy and support. Experienced in conducting thorough assessments and creating individualized care plans to meet client needs. Collaborates seamlessly with multidisciplinary teams and adapts to dynamic situations to ensure optimal client outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Case Manager
Pine Ridge Service Unit
01.2025 - Current
- Served as a Registered Nurse Case Manager at Pine Ridge Service Unit (Indian Health Service), a federally operated facility, coordinating care for a rural and underserved population. Managed patient care across the continuum with a strong focus on referral coordination to specialty services within and outside the IHS system. Facilitated referrals, obtained prior authorizations, and ensured compliance with South Dakota and Nebraska Medicaid guidelines. Tracked referrals through completion, ensuring timely follow-up and continuity of care. Collaborated with providers, specialists, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and update individualized care plans. Addressed barriers to care including transportation, access, and follow-up compliance while maintaining accurate documentation and monitoring patient outcomes.
Charge Nurse
Lawrence Memorial Hospital, Step-down/ICU
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Completed two 16-week internal contracts as a Charge Nurse in a step-down/ICU unit at Lawrence Memorial Hospital. Provided leadership and clinical oversight for high-acuity patients, including those with cardiac conditions requiring IV drip medications, DKA patients on insulin infusions, critically immunocompromised patients, and respiratory-compromised patients requiring advanced monitoring. Managed patients requiring restraints while ensuring safety and compliance with protocols. Delivered direct patient care including medication administration, IV therapy, titration of drips, continuous monitoring, and comprehensive assessments. Coordinated care with physicians and interdisciplinary teams, responded to rapid changes in patient condition, and ensured accurate documentation in a fast-paced critical care environment.
Charge Nurse
Select Specialty Hospital (LTAC)
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Worked as a Contract RN for over one year in a 40-bed LTAC unit, caring for high-acuity, medically fragile patients. Provided direct care including medication administration, tracheostomy care, blood administration, lab collection, and complex wound treatments. Coordinated care with multiple physicians and specialty providers through daily rounding and communication. Maintained accurate documentation and ensured timely implementation of orders. Demonstrated flexibility and strong clinical skills in a fast-paced day shift environment.
Charge Nurse
Promise Hospital (LTAC)
01.2022 - 01.2023
- This is an 18 bed LTAC unit which I provided care for critically ill patient and provided intense wound treatments. I have been given the opportunity to draw labs, administer blood, provide trach care, and many other skills needed to provide appropriate care for the fragile patients. Many different doctors/specialty doctors round daily which I communicate and receive orders from. I've worked both days and nights at this LTAC facility.
Charge Nurse
St Anthony's Behavioral Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2022
- Served as Charge Nurse in an acute geriatric behavioral health hospital for over five months. Managed patient admissions, administered medications including oral and IM injections, and maintained a safe, structured therapeutic environment. Utilized therapeutic communication and consistent boundary setting to support patient safety and behavioral stabilization. Communicated regularly with providers and family members to coordinate care and updates. Worked both day and night shifts and remained on staff through facility closure, ensuring continuity of care until the final patient discharge.
Charge Nurse
St Joseph's Place, Ascension Living in Overland Park
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Served as a Days Charge Nurse for three short-term contracts in a skilled/LTC facility. Directed and supervised unlicensed staff while managing resident care needs in a fast-paced environment. Provided comprehensive nursing care including medication administration, IV initiation, IM injections, TB testing, wound care including wound vacs, and ongoing assessments. Ensured accurate and timely charting, monitored for changes in condition, and coordinated with physicians and family members to update and maintain individualized care plans.
Charge Nurse
Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Worked as a Night Charge Nurse in a hospital setting consisting of TBI, behavioral health, and acute rehabilitation units, with cross-coverage in LTC/SNF care. Directed and supervised unlicensed staff while managing patient care needs during night shifts. Provided comprehensive nursing care including medication administration, IV initiation, tracheostomy care and suctioning, wound care with wound vac management, and routine assessments. Ensured accurate documentation, responded to changes in patient condition, and communicated effectively with physicians and family members. Provided care in a COVID unit environment, following evolving infection control protocols.
Charge Nurse
Good Samaritan in Wamego
01.2020 - 01.2020
- Completed an 8-week travel contract on a dedicated COVID-19 unit through National Therapy Group during the early stages of the pandemic. Provided direct patient care including comprehensive assessments, vital sign monitoring, medication administration, and assistance with activities of daily living. Communicated changes in patient condition to providers and maintained accurate, timely documentation while working in a high-acuity, rapidly evolving environment.
Charge Nurse
Good Samaritan in Olathe
01.2020 - 01.2020
- Continued frontline pandemic response by completing a second 8-week travel assignment on a COVID unit through National Therapy Group. Performed patient assessments, monitored vital signs, administered medications, and assisted with ADLs. Collaborated with providers regarding changes in patient status and ensured timely, accurate charting while adapting to evolving protocols and infection control standards.
Director of Resident Care
BridgeHaven in Lawrence
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Served as Director of Resident Care for an assisted living facility, overseeing all clinical and operational aspects of the organization and later obtaining licensure as an Administrator. Maintained current Functional Capacity Screens, Health Service Plans, and Negotiated Service Agreements to ensure compliance with resident needs and state regulations. Directed all resident care services, coordinating with physicians and outside providers to maintain continuity of care. Managed staffing operations, including scheduling, hiring, training, discipline, and termination of staff. Served as on-call nurse 24/7 and conducted facility tours and assessments for prospective residents. Ensured regulatory compliance by completing required incident reporting to the state, implementing corrective action plans, and maintaining adherence to all applicable guidelines and standards.
Healthcare Coordinator
Windor of Lawrence
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Maintained accurate and current resident documentation, including Functional Capacity Screens, Health Service Plans, and Negotiated Service Agreements. Directed resident care and facilitated communication with physicians and outside service providers to ensure appropriate services were in place. Functioned as the on-call nurse 24/7 and coordinated staffing needs. Performed tours and clinical assessments for prospective residents. Provided staff education, addressed performance concerns, and managed hiring and termination processes.
LPN
Vintage Park in Baldwin City
01.2015 - 01.2015
- Functioned as Charge Nurse in an assisted living setting, supervising CNAs and leading day-to-day care operations. Administered medications, performed TB testing, and managed wound care for residents. Provided guidance and support to staff while ensuring quality care standards. Acted as a liaison between residents, physicians, and families to maintain and update care plans.
ADON
Ottawa Retirement Village
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Served as Assistant Director of Nursing in a skilled nursing facility after progressive advancement from Charge Nurse, Wound Care Nurse, Medicare Nurse, and Quality Assurance Nurse roles. Supervised nursing staff, including CNAs, CMAs, and LPNs/RNs, with responsibilities for hiring, scheduling, and ongoing staff education. Delivered and oversaw clinical care including wound care management, wound tracking, lab collection, and IV initiation. Ensured accurate skilled documentation and regulatory compliance through quality assurance processes. Led infection control efforts, managed incident reporting and follow-up corrections, and addressed resident and staff grievances. Acted as a liaison between residents, physicians, and families to ensure effective communication and ongoing updates to care plans.
LPN
Sunset Manor
01.2007 - 01.2013
- Worked as a Charge Nurse in a long-term care and skilled nursing setting, responsible for supervising CNA and CMA staff and directing resident care. Delivered hands-on nursing care including medication administration, IM injections, TB testing, and wound management. Developed, implemented, and revised individualized care plans based on resident needs and provider input. Served as a key communication link between residents, physicians, and family members to ensure accurate updates and continuity of care.
LPN
Moccasin Bend Ranch
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Worked as an LPN in a residential mental health facility caring for adolescents ages 12–17 with behavioral and emotional needs. Administered medications, including IM injections, and completed TB testing per provider orders. Utilized therapeutic communication and firm, consistent redirection to manage behaviors and promote a safe, structured environment for up to 25 residents.
Nurse Tech/LPN
Integris Grove General Hospital
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Provided direct patient care on a medical-surgical unit as a Nurse Technician and Licensed Practical Nurse, including assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring and documenting vital signs, and reporting changes in patient condition to the RN. Performed clinical skills such as Foley catheter insertion and removal, NG tube insertion and discontinuation, and point-of-care blood glucose testing. Participated as a member of the Code Blue team, delivering CPR and supporting emergency response efforts.
Education
Associates - Math
Rogers State University
01-1997
Bachelors - Math Education
Northeastern State University
05-1998
Practical Nursing - undefined
Northeastern Technology Center
01-2006
ADN -
Pratt Community College
05-2021
BSN - undefined
Fort Hays State University
04-2026
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Case management
- Time management
- Case documentation
- Documentation and reporting
- Care coordination
- Case planning
- Critical thinking
- Records management
- Data entry and analysis
- Referral coordination
- Resource management
- Case management tracking
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
BLS, ACLS, PALS
Timeline
Case Manager
Pine Ridge Service Unit
01.2025 - Current
Charge Nurse
Lawrence Memorial Hospital, Step-down/ICU
01.2024 - 01.2025
Charge Nurse
Select Specialty Hospital (LTAC)
01.2023 - 01.2024
Charge Nurse
Promise Hospital (LTAC)
01.2022 - 01.2023
Charge Nurse
St Anthony's Behavioral Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2022
Charge Nurse
St Joseph's Place, Ascension Living in Overland Park
01.2021 - 01.2022
Charge Nurse
Good Samaritan in Wamego
01.2020 - 01.2020
Charge Nurse
Good Samaritan in Olathe
01.2020 - 01.2020
Charge Nurse
Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2021
Director of Resident Care
BridgeHaven in Lawrence
01.2016 - 01.2018
Healthcare Coordinator
Windor of Lawrence
01.2015 - 01.2016
LPN
Vintage Park in Baldwin City
01.2015 - 01.2015
ADON
Ottawa Retirement Village
01.2013 - 01.2015
LPN
Sunset Manor
01.2007 - 01.2013
LPN
Moccasin Bend Ranch
01.2006 - 01.2007
Nurse Tech/LPN
Integris Grove General Hospital
01.2005 - 01.2006
Practical Nursing - undefined
Northeastern Technology Center
BSN - undefined
Fort Hays State University
Associates - Math
Rogers State University
Bachelors - Math Education
Northeastern State University
ADN -
Pratt Community College
Qualifications
Seasoned Registered Nurse with 20 years of combined LPN and RN experience across multiple specialties, including critical care, rehabilitation, behavioral health, and outpatient services. Extensive background as a travel nurse with a strong reputation for quickly adapting to new settings and contributing effectively from day one. Demonstrates advanced clinical judgment, flexibility, and a deep, well-rounded skill set built from working in diverse healthcare environments.