ANITA PITCOCK,
Comanche
Summary
LPN with proven track record in delivering high-quality patient care and medical support. Skilled in collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes and adapt to evolving medical needs. Known for reliability, adaptability, and strong problem-solving abilities.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
PRN LPN
Stepping Stone Nursing and Rehabilitation
02.2024 - Current
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Owner
MAHG, LLC
09.2007 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
PRN Nurse
Elmbrook Management
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, attentive care during each interaction.
- Promoted patient comfort by effectively managing pain levels through timely medication administration and non-pharmacological interventions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by thoroughly communicating pertinent patient information during handoffs.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
PRN Nurse
Elmbrook Management
12.2017 - 06.2018
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
PRN Nurse
Elmbrook Management
07.2016 - 12.2016
- Monitored vital signs regularly; promptly alerted the appropriate healthcare professionals if any abnormalities were detected.
- Demonstrated clinical competency in wound care, IV therapy, catheterization, and other essential nursing skills.
- Served as a patient advocate, ensuring their best interests were always considered and respected during treatment decisions.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
LPN/Charge Nurse
Meridian Nursing Home
07.2010 - 08.2011
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
LPN
Gentiva Health Services
10.2007 - 05.2011
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
- Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
LPN/Case Manager
Peters Agency
01.2007 - 09.2007
- Conducted regular home visits to assess safety concerns or changes in the patient''s condition that could impact their overall wellbeing.
- Streamlined care coordination processes by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely and effective care delivery.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to expand available resources for patients under my supervision.
- Advocated on behalf of patients to ensure they received appropriate resources, support, and access to necessary services.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between different levels of care by coordinating services among various healthcare providers.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through consistent communication with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure clear communication and prevent potential misunderstandings.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
LPN/Charge/Office Nurse
Wilkins Nursing Center
07.2005 - 12.2006
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from acute care settings to long-term care facilities or home environments.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Administered vaccinations and medications, promoting proper adherence to prescribed treatments.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
LPN
West Wind Assisted Living
11.2004 - 08.2005
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Murray State College
Tishomingo, OK05-2025
Practical Nursing -
Red River Vo-Tech
Duncan, OK01.1996
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical documentation
- Compassionate care
- Diabetes management
- Rehabilitation nursing
- IV therapy
- Lab specimen collection
- Direct patient care
- Transcribing orders
- Pulse oximetry tracking
Stephens County Nursing Foundation
I am a co-founder of a Non-Profit Foundation for nurses in Stephens County. We offer Nurse Honor Guard service with no charge to the family. We hope to grow and expand our services to benefit the nurses and future nurses of Stephens County and surrounding communities.
Timeline
PRN LPN
Stepping Stone Nursing and Rehabilitation
02.2024 - Current
PRN Nurse
Elmbrook Management
04.2021 - 12.2021
PRN Nurse
Elmbrook Management
12.2017 - 06.2018
PRN Nurse
Elmbrook Management
07.2016 - 12.2016
LPN/Charge Nurse
Meridian Nursing Home
07.2010 - 08.2011
LPN
Gentiva Health Services
10.2007 - 05.2011
Owner
MAHG, LLC
09.2007 - Current
LPN/Case Manager
Peters Agency
01.2007 - 09.2007
LPN/Charge/Office Nurse
Wilkins Nursing Center
07.2005 - 12.2006
LPN
West Wind Assisted Living
11.2004 - 08.2005
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Murray State College
Practical Nursing -
Red River Vo-Tech
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