ANNALEE COOTE
Douglasville,GA
Summary
Professional nursing specialist with focus on Med-Surg and Dialysis with 4+ years of nursing experience. Known for delivering high-quality patient care, ensuring seamless recovery processes, and maintaining keen eye on patient safety. Highly collaborative team player who adapts to changing needs and prioritizes patient outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nursing Student
Brooke Army Medical Center
08.2020 - 09.2021
- Observe patients, charting and reporting changes and taking necessary actions.
- Administer prescribed medications and start IV fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Work as part of the healthcare team to assess patient’s needs, plan and modify care, and implement interventions under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Have clinical experience working on Med-Surg, Intensive Care Units, Labor and Delivery, Pediatrics, Emergency Department, Burn Units and PACU.
Practical Nursing Specialist
United States Army Reserves
08.2020 - Current
- I currently work one weekend every month and two weeks every year as an Army Reserve Soldier doing my job as a nursing specialist in the military setting.
- Participated in training exercises to maintain readiness for emergency medical response.
- Skilled in triage during mass casualty events; prioritized treatment based on severity of injuries while maintaining composure under pressure situations.
- Completed training in combat casualty care; applied lifesaving interventions during deployments or military operations.
Dialysis Licensed Practical Nurse
Fresenius Medical Center
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Administered dialysis treatments to patients, ensuring adherence to established protocols and safety standards.
- Monitored patients' vital signs before, during, and after dialysis sessions, documenting changes and reporting any abnormalities.
- Assisted in the management of patient care by collaborating with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to optimize treatment plans.
- Educated patients and their families on dialysis procedures, lifestyle modifications, and post-treatment care.
Physician Substitute
Freedom Plasma Center
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Conduct screening procedures to include taking blood pressure, pulse, temperature, weight, and arm checks
- Perform finger sticks to test donors for hematocrit testing and total protein testing utilizing screening equipment. Monitor the electronic donor questionnaire system
- Determine donor eligibility by performing donor eligibility assessments, to include; medical history interview, physical examination, educating donor on donor testing, HIV/AIDS virus, donation risks, informed consent, confidential self-exclusion, and reviewing Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE) testing as necessary
- Provide counseling to Donors regarding unacceptable test results
- Evaluate and attend to donor adverse events during the donation process
- Follow all standard operating procedures for all medical emergencies, to include communication with the Center Medical Director and donor transport to emergency medical care facilities. Communicate and seek direction from Center Medical Director and Center Management as necessary.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Fresenius Dialysis Clinic
06.2023 - 09.2024
- Remarkable experience in dialysis therapy
- Observed activities of staff and made recommendations to the supervisor for improvement in the quality and effectiveness of patient care.
- Monitored patient pre, interim, and post dialysis and documented findings.
- Implemented dialysis treatments on patients with permanent fistulas, grafts, and catheters.
- Monitor and assess vital signs of dialysis patients.
- Administer medications as prescribed by nephrologists or physicians.
Med-Surg LPN
Tanner Medical Center
09.2024 - Current
- Ensured adherence to infection control protocols, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, establishing trust and open lines of communication that facilitated improved care outcomes.
- Maintained detailed documentation, facilitating seamless communication among healthcare providers.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult medical situations, fostering trust within the healthcare environment.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing interventions tailored to specific patient needs, resulting in enhanced comfort levels during their stay in the facility.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse
Brooke Army Medical Center
Fort Sam Houston, TX09.2021
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AMMEND Center and School
Fort Sam Houston, TX11.2020
High School Diploma - undefined
South Cobb High School
Austell, GA06.2020
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Adaptable
- Effective Communication Skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Empathic
- Cardiac monitoring
- Enteral feeding
- Patient assessments
- Patient relationship building
- Physical assessments
- Compassionate care
- Direct patient care
Certification
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification
- Georgia Multi State Board of Nursing License Practical Nurse Licensure
- License ID:LPN102880
Timeline
Med-Surg LPN
Tanner Medical Center
09.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Fresenius Dialysis Clinic
06.2023 - 09.2024
Physician Substitute
Freedom Plasma Center
04.2022 - 05.2023
Dialysis Licensed Practical Nurse
Fresenius Medical Center
10.2021 - 03.2022
Licensed Practical Nursing Student
Brooke Army Medical Center
08.2020 - 09.2021
Practical Nursing Specialist
United States Army Reserves
08.2020 - Current
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AMMEND Center and School
High School Diploma - undefined
South Cobb High School
Licensed Practical Nurse
Brooke Army Medical Center