Hi, I’m
Alicia Panko
Bakersfield,VT
Summary
Caring Nurse with dedicated service in various types of long-term and home health care settings. Experienced in providing individualized care plans and helping patients meet goals by delivering direct and effective patient care.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Howard Center For Human Services
MAT Registered Nurse
01.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments to determine eligibility for Medication Assisted Treatment for a substance use disorder, or including a thorough medical history, substance use history, mental health evaluation and physical examination.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including the provider and clinicians, to create individualized treatment plans for patients undergoing MAT.
- Administered medications as prescribed and ensuring proper dosing and monitoring for side effects or drug interactions.
- Provided education to patients about MAT medications, potential side effects and the importance of medication adherence.
- Regular monitoring of patients progress, including urine drug screening and routine lab work.
Notch Primary Care
Registered Nurse Care Coordinator
05.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Cold Hollow Family Practice
Registered Nurse Care Coordinator
06.2021 - 05.2022
Job overview
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Copley Hospital
Registered Nurse
01.2021 - 05.2021
Job overview
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Maintained sterile surgical environment and secured confidential data to protect patients' health and privacy.
- Assisted families by answering questions, supplying general information and providing frequent updates on patient progress.
Franklin County Home Health Agency
Maternal Child Health Nurse
07.2015 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Provided education and support through nurse home visiting to identify clients, excel in case management and collaboration with community partners.
- Provide outreach and education to community partners, provide necessary referrals, provide lactation education and collaborated with department of children and families.
Education
Norwich UniversityNorthfield, VT
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
05.2013
Skills
- Treatment Preparation
- Creative Problem Solving
- Patient Examination
- Clear Patient Communication
- Care Coordination
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Nursing Consultation
- Community Program Referrals
- Compassionate and Caring
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Diet and Nutrition
- Patient Care Assessment
Certification
- BLS- Basic Life Support
Timeline
MAT Registered Nurse
Howard Center For Human Services
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Care Coordinator
Notch Primary Care
05.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse Care Coordinator
Cold Hollow Family Practice
06.2021 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse
Copley Hospital
01.2021 - 05.2021
Maternal Child Health Nurse
Franklin County Home Health Agency
07.2015 - 01.2021
Norwich University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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