ANNA KOSTKA
Lebanon,NH
Summary
Healthcare professional with preference for patient relations and experienced in patient intake. Skilled at managing patient intake and coordinating care. Known for collaborative teamwork, clear communication, and patient-focused care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse, Outpatient
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Lebanon, NH
10.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Assisted in monitoring vital signs and reporting changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment regimens.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Alice Peck Day Memorial Hospital
Lebanon, NH
02.2025 - 10.2025
- Employed on 27 bed medical surgical unit treating a range of acuity and rehabilitation care.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions, maintaining accurate health records.
- Assisted healthcare teams with patient care plans, ensuring timely implementation of interventions.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options and proper care procedures.
Licensed Practical Nursing Student
Northeast Vermont Regional Hospital
St. Johnsbury, VT
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Currently assigned 1 to 3 patients per clinical shift.
- Practice assessments, rounding, transfers, coordination, and patient care unsupervised.
- Withdrawal and administer patient medication as per provider order while supervised.
- Operates Meditech and technology for patient's personal health records.
Resident Associate
Bozeman Deaconess Hospital
Bozeman, MT
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Collected accurate vitals and patient information.
- Assisted in meaningful end-of-life transitions and a strict 24-hour medication time table.
- Communicated clear and important information in twice-daily nurse huddles.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Left job to complete LPN certification in NH.
Office Manager
People's Republic of Health- Community Acupuncture
Bozeman, MT
01.2015 - 05.2016
- Utilized Microsoft software to keep inventory and manage business and patient relationships.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Left position to return to college.
Administrative Assistant
People's Republic of Health- Community Acupuncture
Bozeman, MT
01.2014 - 02.2015
- Provided warm and caring patient services.
- Managed sales and service for up to 6 patients per hour.
- Promoted to Office Manager.
Dietary Aide
Maplewood Manor
Clio
12.2010 - 05.2011
- Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
- Educated patients about importance of proper nutrition for overall health improvement and disease management.
- Assisted dietitians in monitoring patient progress, adjusting meal plans as needed based on feedback from healthcare providers.
- Documented intake for 30 residents.
Education
Licensed Practical Nursing -
River Valley Community College
Littleton, NH12-2024
Associate of Arts Liberal Studies -
Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MI01-2021
Skills
- Patient and family education
- Patient safety and infection control
- Patient Charting
- Ethics and confidentiality
- EHR proficiency
- Compassion and integrity
- Vital signs monitoring
- Catheter Care
Affiliations
- Nurses for Sexual and Reproductive Health, Member since 2024
Certification
- IV Therapy Education with Lab, Dartmouth Hitchcock, License No: 020024-22
- Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED, Littleton, New Hampshire, Currently Certified
- Full Spectrum Pregnancy Loss Intensive, Molly Dutton-Kenny, Remote, 2021
- Kids, Community & Mindfulness, Susan Kaiser-Greenland Madison, WI, 2020
- Peer Counselor 60-Hour Certification, Exhale Pro-Voice, Remote, 2019
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse, Outpatient
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
10.2025 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Alice Peck Day Memorial Hospital
02.2025 - 10.2025
Licensed Practical Nursing Student
Northeast Vermont Regional Hospital
01.2024 - 01.2025
Resident Associate
Bozeman Deaconess Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2023
Office Manager
People's Republic of Health- Community Acupuncture
01.2015 - 05.2016
Administrative Assistant
People's Republic of Health- Community Acupuncture
01.2014 - 02.2015
Dietary Aide
Maplewood Manor
12.2010 - 05.2011
Licensed Practical Nursing -
River Valley Community College
Associate of Arts Liberal Studies -
Washtenaw Community College
Volunteer Experience
- Reproductive Rights Advocate and Pregnancy Release Support Person, 2022-Present
- EXHALE National Organization, Peer Counselor, 2019-2020
- The Bozeman Help Center, Crisis Counselor, 2017