PUTNAM — Judith Favreau, registered nurse (RN) case manager, has been named employee of the month for October at Day Kimball Healthcare (DKH).
Favreau, whose experience in the medical field spans 45 years, began her career at DKH in 1972 as a licensed practical nurse (LPN).
She later became a registered nurse, and in 2000, she became certified in case management. In her current role as RN case manager, Favreau’s responsibilities include evaluating patient needs, authorizing insurance, and managing resources to create the highest quality and most cost-effective discharge care plan for patients.
This may include coordinating and monitoring visiting nurse care, outpatient care, or rehabilitation services among others.
Favreau is a long-time resident of Woodstock, where she lives with her husband of 33 years, Buzz Favreau.
She earned her associate’s degree in nursing from Quinsigamond Community College, Worcester, and a bachelor’s degree from Worcester State College, Worcester.
She is also a certified case manager and a certified professional in healthcare management (CPUR-Certified Professional). Favreau is a board member of Northeastern CT Healthcare Credit Union.