Danica Shier
About Danica Shier
Danica Shier is a Prior Authorization Nurse Analyst with extensive experience in nursing and diabetes education. She has worked in various healthcare roles across multiple organizations, including Saint Joseph Health System and Beacon Health System, and has been involved with Insulet Corporation and Tandem Diabetes Care.
Work at WPS Health Solutions
Danica Shier has been employed at WPS Health Solutions as a Prior Authorization Nurse Analyst since 2023. In this role, she utilizes her nursing expertise to evaluate and process prior authorization requests, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and organizational policies. Her responsibilities include collaborating with healthcare providers and patients to facilitate timely access to necessary medical services.
Previous Experience in Healthcare
Prior to her current position, Danica Shier accumulated extensive experience in various nursing roles. She worked at Saint Joseph Health System in Indiana for 11 years, serving as an RN in the Outpatient Treatment & Infusion Center and in the Emergency Department. Additionally, she held positions at Beacon Health System as a Pediatric Diabetes Educator and Pediatric Endocrinology RN, contributing to the care of pediatric patients with diabetes and endocrine disorders.
Education and Expertise
Danica Shier has a solid educational background in nursing and biomedical science. She studied at Southwestern Michigan College, where she earned an Associate Degree in Science with a focus on Registered Nursing from 2000 to 2002. She furthered her education at Western Michigan University, achieving a degree in Biomedical Science from 1997 to 2000. Additionally, she attended The University of Texas at Arlington from 2014 to 2015, enhancing her knowledge in the healthcare field.
Current Roles in Diabetes Care
In addition to her role at WPS Health Solutions, Danica Shier has been working as a Certified Pump Trainer (CPT) at Insulet Corporation since 2014 and at Tandem Diabetes Care since 2018. In these positions, she provides education and support to patients using insulin pump technology, helping them manage their diabetes effectively. Her expertise in diabetes care complements her nursing background.