Laura Finnelly

RN, BCPA, Certified Senior Care Manager (CSCM)
Guided Care RN Advocates, LLC
Laura

Laura Finnelly

RN, BCPA, Certified Senior Care Manager (CSCM)
Guided Care RN Advocates, LLC
Advocate Location
Des Plaines , IL 60016
Specialty
Medical Guidance
Other Services
Special Care & Aging
TeleAdvocacy Available
Offers FREE Initial Consultation
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How I Can Help
I provide expert, nurse-led support to help patients and families navigate complex medical situations with clarity and confidence. My services include:
*coordinating care
* attending medical appointments (virtually or in person)
* translating medical information
* reviewing treatment options
* ensuring questions are answered so clients can make informed decisions
* Assisting with transitions of care
* discharge planning
* chronic disease management and education
* medication review
* communication with providers

I also help clients access resources, understand insurance issues, prevent medical errors, and advocate for safe, appropriate, and timely care. My goal is to ensure every client is heard, protected, and fully supported throughout their healthcare journey.

My own family’s experiences—especially my mother’s challenges with delayed diagnosis and care coordination—showed me how critical it is to have someone knowledgeable advocating at your side. I realized that true healing requires more than treatment; it requires guidance, protection, and someone who can translate the system for you.

As an Air Force veteran and Certified Senior Care Manager, I provide specialized support for veterans and their families, including help navigating VA healthcare, accessing benefits, coordinating community resources, and advocating across both civilian and VA systems.
Important Information About Me
  • I offer a FREE Initial Consultation
  • I offer TeleAdvocacy Service
  • I am insured
  • My geographical area of practice is North Chicago and suburbs (in-person)** Nationwide via Teleconference
Why I Became A Professional Health Care Advocate
After more than 25 years working inside our healthcare system as a registered nurse, I saw firsthand how overwhelmed patients and families can become when trying to navigate complex medical decisions, rushed appointments, fragmented communication, and inconsistent care. I witnessed too many people feel unheard, confused, or alone at times when they needed clarity and support the most.

This led me to dedicate my work fully to professional patient advocacy. Today, I help individuals and families feel informed, empowered, and safe as they move through their healthcare journeys. Everyone deserves a strong voice and a trusted guide—and that is the role I am committed to providing.
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Formal Education
University of Illinois at Chicago, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, 2011

Henry J Kutsch School of Nursing, Diploma of Nursing, 1996

Community College of the Air Force, Associate in Applied Science, 1997
Additional Skills
*25+ years of clinical nursing experience, specializing in complex care navigation and chronic conditions.

Expertise with mobility issues, cardiac/pulmonary concerns, cancer evaluations, pain management, and multi-provider care coordination.

*Experienced working with hospitals, specialists, rehab centers, skilled nursing facilities, and home health agencies to ensure safe and timely care.

*Skilled in evaluating CMS quality and safety data to help families vet hospitals, SNFs, and providers for informed decision-making.

*Air Force veteran with advanced knowledge of VA healthcare, benefits navigation, and coordinating care across VA and civilian systems.

*Strong understanding of Medicare, Medicare Advantage, TRICARE, and private insurance, including coverage issues and appeals.

*Known for simplifying medical information, improving communication, preventing errors, and bringing clarity to overwhelming healthcare situations.
Professional Affiliations
Board Certified Patient Advocate (BCPA) 2025
Certified Senior Care Manager (CSCM) 2017
Health and Life Coaching Certification (ICF) 2022
American Legion Current Post Adjutant, Past Commander