Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Technology And Tools
Cover Letter
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Tracy Roussel

Lake Charles

Summary

Dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse with 19 years of progressive nursing experience, including 10 years in leadership roles within utilization review and case management, and strong clinical background across geriatrics, cardiology, transplant, and step-down ICU settings. Known for building effective nursing teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, enhancing quality outcomes, and promoting compassionate, resident-centered care. Seeking to leverage clinical expertise and leadership skills in a Director of Nursing role within a skilled nursing or long-term care facility.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Utilization Management Nurse

Humana
04.2016 - Current
  • Perform utilization reviews and benefit determinations using InterQual and MCG criteria for Medicare Advantage members.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure timely, appropriate, and cost-effective care.
  • Manage authorization requests, appeals, and care coordination for high-risk populations.

Cardiac Case Manager

Our Lady of the Lake Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Coordinated care for cardiac patients throughout hospitalization and post-discharge.
  • Developed individualized care plans and facilitated patient and family education.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary providers to support optimal outcomes.

Cardiac Staff Nurse

Our Lady Of The Lake Hospital
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Provided direct nursing care to cardiac patients in a telemetry unit.
  • Administered medications, monitored cardiac rhythms, and supported pre/post-surgical care.

Clinic Nurse Supervisor, PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly)

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System (FMOLHS)
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Supervised clinical operations for elderly care participants under the PACE model.
  • Led a team of RNs, LPNs, and support staff while ensuring compliance with CMS and state guidelines.
  • Oversaw care plans, patient scheduling, and chronic disease management.

Staff Nurse, Transplant Step-down ICU

Ochsner Medical Center – Main Campus
01.2008 - 12.2008
  • Delivered post-operative and acute care to transplant recipients.
  • Managed complex medication regimens, monitored lab values, and coordinated discharge planning.

Staff Nurse, Acute Stroke Unit

West Jefferson Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • Provided acute care to stroke and neurology patients in a high-acuity unit.
  • Participated in stroke protocol implementation and NIHSS assessments.

Education

Associate Degree - Nursing

Charity Delgado School of Nursing
12.2006

Skills

  • Nursing Leadership
  • Staff Development
  • Long-Term Care
  • Geriatrics
  • Policy Implementation
  • Compliance
  • State Survey Readiness
  • Federal Survey Readiness
  • CMS
  • OSHA
  • Resident-Centered Care Planning
  • Infection Control
  • Risk Management
  • Team Collaboration
  • Conflict Resolution

Certification

Registered Nurse, Multistate License

Technology And Tools

  • EMR Systems (Point Click Care, Epic, Cerner)
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Quality Reporting & Compliance Dashboards

Cover Letter

Dear Hiring Manager,

I am excited to apply for the Director of Nursing position at Holly Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. With 19 years of comprehensive nursing experience—including a decade in leadership-focused roles in case management and utilization review, and a strong clinical foundation in geriatric and acute care nursing—I am prepared to lead your nursing team with excellence and compassion. My background includes direct patient care in step-down ICU, transplant, cardiology, and geriatrics, as well as administrative responsibilities such as coordinating care teams, mentoring staff, and improving clinical workflows. I have a track record of aligning nursing practice with quality standards and regulatory compliance, and I am passionate about creating a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and resident-focused care. What drives me is the opportunity to support both staff and residents through effective leadership, hands-on coaching, and strong communication. I understand the complexities of long-term care and am committed to ensuring that each resident receives respectful, individualized, and high-quality nursing services. I would welcome the opportunity to contribute to your leadership team and discuss how my experience aligns with your goals for nursing excellence. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Tracy Roussel, RN

Timeline

Utilization Management Nurse

Humana
04.2016 - Current

Cardiac Case Manager

Our Lady of the Lake Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2016

Cardiac Staff Nurse

Our Lady Of The Lake Hospital
01.2011 - 01.2013

Clinic Nurse Supervisor, PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly)

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System (FMOLHS)
01.2009 - 01.2011

Staff Nurse, Transplant Step-down ICU

Ochsner Medical Center – Main Campus
01.2008 - 12.2008

Staff Nurse, Acute Stroke Unit

West Jefferson Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2008

Associate Degree - Nursing

Charity Delgado School of Nursing
Tracy Roussel