Ariel Ackerman
Lamarque
Summary
Compassionate local nurse with over two decades of experience in the medical field is looking for new opportunities to give back to our community. My goal is that patients come away from any interaction with me feeling respected, valued and understood. Eager to help your team continue to provide excellent care to our beloved neighbors.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA and housekeeping experience
RN Case Manager
North Star Hospice
01.2023 - Current
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
Outpatient Wound Care
Mainland Medical Center
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Assisting physicians with various wound care procedures.
- Identification of various tissues visible within wounds.
- Assisting patients with mobility issues.
- Maintaining aseptic environments in the presence of bodily fluids.
- Compassionate communications with patients and family.
Nurse Navigator
Mainland Medical Center
06.2017 - 01.2018
- Follow up telephone communication with patients and family to ensure access to follow up care and completion of educational goals.
Wound Care
Clear Lake Regional Hospital
01.2013 - 06.2017
- Initiation of hospital wide process improvement measures to reduce incidence of hospital acquired pressure ulcers.
- Innovative evidence based wound care techniques such as negative pressure therapy, skin substitute application, assisting with surgical procedures.
- Communicating with MDs to make recommendations and develop plan of care.
Quality
Mainland Medical Center
09.2010 - 10.2012
- Concurrent and retrospective documentation review.
- Maximizing reimbursement through documentation review and process improvement.
Various Departments LVN/RN
Mainland Medical Center
01.2005 - 01.2012
- Utilization of clinical skills including drug administration, achieving and maintaining IV access, monitoring and documenting I&O, etc.
- Float pool assignments on various units including med-surg, rehab, clinical observation, post-op, rehab and geriatric psychiatry.
LVN
Gulf Healthcare Nursing Home and Skilled Nursing
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Professional communication with patients, residents and family.
- Development of time management skills.
Education
License in Vocational Nursing -
Galveston Community College
06.2004
Associates in Applied Science - Nursing
Galveston Community College
07.2008
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Compassion and empathy
- Emotional support
Accomplishments
Wound Care Certification through WCEI
Certification
- Current Wound Care Certification through Wound Care Education Institute (2015-present)
- Current BLS
Timeline
RN Case Manager
North Star Hospice
01.2023 - Current
Outpatient Wound Care
Mainland Medical Center
01.2018 - 01.2023
Nurse Navigator
Mainland Medical Center
06.2017 - 01.2018
Wound Care
Clear Lake Regional Hospital
01.2013 - 06.2017
Quality
Mainland Medical Center
09.2010 - 10.2012
Various Departments LVN/RN
Mainland Medical Center
01.2005 - 01.2012
LVN
Gulf Healthcare Nursing Home and Skilled Nursing
01.2004 - 01.2005
CNA and housekeeping experience
Associates in Applied Science - Nursing
Galveston Community College
License in Vocational Nursing -
Galveston Community College
Wound Care Certification
Issues through Wound Care Education Institute