Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Annette Corliss

West Topsham,VT

Summary

Accomplished Private Duty Nurse with a proven track record at Central Vermont Medical Center, adept in Oxygen Administration and providing Compassionate Care. Expertise in enhancing patient satisfaction through efficient medical documentation and vital sign monitoring, significantly improving care coordination and patient outcomes.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Duty Nurse

Self Employed
08.2002 - Current
  • Provided compassionate care for patients, resulting in positive feedback from families.
  • Administered medications accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper dosages and timely treatments.
  • Prepared visit notes, updated and summarized client records and conferred with health care disciplines in providing coordinated client care.
  • Promoted proper nutrition by preparing balanced meals tailored specifically to individual dietary needs.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between hospital discharge and home-based care through thorough communication with all parties involved.

Pharmacy Technician

Central Vermont Medical Center
01.1999 - 04.2001
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
  • Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
  • Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
  • Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
  • Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.

LPN Office Nurse

Community Health Plan
08.1997 - 08.1999
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
  • Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
  • Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
  • Assisted with minor surgical procedures, ensuring proper sterilization techniques and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Served as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers, facilitating clear communication regarding treatment plans and expectations.
  • Managed inventory of medical supplies within the office, ensuring adequate stock levels while minimizing waste through effective organization strategies.
  • Provided health education to patients on various topics such as medication management, disease prevention, and self-care strategies.
  • Streamlined appointment scheduling processes, resulting in reduced wait times and increased patient satisfaction.

LPN Charge Nurse

Central Vermont Medical Center/ Woodridge Nursing
07.1985 - 02.1997

LPN Charge Nurse

Dumont Nursing Home
08.1983 - 09.1985

Administer medications as prescribed by MD

Supervised staff in the care of 51 patients

Performed treatments such as wound care catheter care.

Ensured the safety of patients and staff by following and enforcing procedures Andy protocols.

Education

Floral Designer Certificate - Floristry Operations And Management

Vermont School of Floral Design
Waterbury, VT
03.2004

Nursing

Thompson School For Practical Nurses
Brattleboro, VT
08.1983

Skills

  • Oxygen Administration
  • Home Health Nursing
  • Nebulizer Treatments
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassionate Care
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Physical Assessment
  • Medical Documentation
  • Vital Sign Monitoring
  • Meal Preparation

Timeline

Private Duty Nurse

Self Employed
08.2002 - Current

Pharmacy Technician

Central Vermont Medical Center
01.1999 - 04.2001

LPN Office Nurse

Community Health Plan
08.1997 - 08.1999

LPN Charge Nurse

Central Vermont Medical Center/ Woodridge Nursing
07.1985 - 02.1997

LPN Charge Nurse

Dumont Nursing Home
08.1983 - 09.1985

Floral Designer Certificate - Floristry Operations And Management

Vermont School of Floral Design

Nursing

Thompson School For Practical Nurses
Annette Corliss