Casey Anderson
Summary
Texas-Licensed Vocational Nurse with proven expertise in managing total nursing care and administering prescribed medications and treatments according to approved nursing techniques. Assists in the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Demonstrated competency in directing and guiding patient teaching and activities to promote individual treatment programs.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse, Mother Baby Unit
William Beaumont Army Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Equipped patients with the tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Evaluated and treated infants on the Neonatal Abstinence Scoring System.
- Evaluated, treated, and cared for infants with hypoglycemia, hypothermia, and hyperbilirubinemia.
- Performed phenylketonuria test, hearing test, transcutaneous bilirubinometry screen, critical congenital heart disease screen, car seat challenge, and point of care testing.
- Assisted with circumcisions and tongue tie releases.
- Assisted with and educated postpartum mothers on breastfeeding holds/positions, latching, hunger cues, manual expression, and the use and size of breast pumps.
- Educated postpartum mothers and family members on collection, storage, transportation, and preparation of breast milk.
- Performed APGAR and Ballard scores at delivery of the newborn.
- Conducted and educated family members on newborn baths.
- Assisted with and maintained the transition of newborns and postpartum mothers to the recovery unit.
- Assisted with the delivery of the newborn and performed Neonatal Resuscitation efforts when warranted.
- Educated family members on the Hepatitis B vaccine and Rubella vaccine and administered immunizations when consent was given by the family.
- Assisted with and maintained the security of newborns during labor and delivery and rest and recovery units through the use of a ToT guard system and physical safety measures.
- Provided education and resources for patients and family members on Shaken Baby Syndrome and Postpartum Depression.
- Provided care for patients after vaginal and cesarean section deliveries and educated patients and family members on care after delivery.
- Assisted with pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical methods of pain management of lacerations and episiotomies and educated patient and family members on care.
- Assisted with and administered Sitz bath as needed.
- Administered medications and antibiotics through oral, intravenous, and intramuscular routes.
- Gathered consent for blood products, educated patient and family members on side effects, and administered blood products as ordered.
- Evaluated and assessed postpartum mothers and newborns.
- Utilized restraints and continuously assessed for the need to use restraints.
- Evaluated patients for safety concerns and suicidal/homicidal ideations and acted as a safety attendant for suicidal/homicidal patients.
- Administered and educated postpartum mothers on Rhogam and the importance of notifying providers of blood type during pregnancies.
- Screened and tested patients for Group B Streptococcus and administered antibiotics as warranted.
- Utilized and assessed for need of restraints in patients.
- Screened and assessed patients for suicidal/homicidal ideations and acted as safety attendant as needed.
Competency Assessment Folder Auditor
William Beaumont Army Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
- Followed established auditing processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
- Analyzed data and findings to prepare reports detailing financial information.
- Performed observations and evaluated supporting documents to supplement audit findings.
- Planned audits and audit activities to allocate necessary resources and determine the consistency of plans with audit objectives.
- Coordinated, managed, and implemented auditing projects and prepared for evaluation.
- Planned and executed follow-up audits at appropriate intervals.
- Executed audit phases and entered data into accounting software for analysis.
- Identified control gaps in processes, procedures, and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
- Interviewed auditees to gather data needed to conduct audits.
- Adapted plans and schedules to meet changing priorities of work objectives, resources, and workload demands.
- Developed audit policies, guiding administrative and technical functions.
- Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Educated staff members on compliance ratings and how to increase the number of compliance.
- Increased compliancy ratings of competency assessments from 18% to 89% within 6 months.
Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers Rep
William Beaumont Army Medical Center
10.2021 - Current
- Greeted customers warmly to set tone of customer experience and provide welcoming and friendly atmosphere.
- Handled customer complaints quickly and professionally to restore customer confidence and prevent loss of business.
- Communicated with clients and customers to gather, provide and share updated information on products and services.
- Learned and followed all organizational policies and procedures to maintain safe and professional working environments.
- Responded to customer questions via telephone and written correspondence.
- Planned and executed company participation to improve morale.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Cultivated positive relationships with soldiers.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
Additional Safety Officer
William Beaumont Army Medical Center
02.2021 - 06.2022
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
- Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for safe work practices and comply with regulations.
- Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
- Investigated accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop corrective actions to address underlying issues.
- Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
- Provided guidance and resources to employees to maintain safety procedures and enhance protection.
- Collaborated with other departments to integrate safety in all aspects of the organization.
- Coordinated emergency response plans and drills to increase preparedness and address issues promptly.
- Communicated safety performance and progress to management and employees to provide up-to-date information.
- Reviewed and analyzed safety data and statistics to identify trends and areas requiring improvement.
- Assessed the value of safety programs to apply modifications and improvements and achieve targeted goals.
- Created and maintained a compliant work environment.
- Warned violators of infractions or penalties.
- Conducted periodic compliance audits and reviews to identify areas of improvement.
- Maintained composure in stressful situations, confrontations, interviews, and records searches.
- Kept informed regarding pending industry changes, trends or best practices.
Army Emergency Relief Representative
William Beaumont Army Medical Center
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Developed impactful fundraising strategies to maximize donations and meet fundraising goals.
- Offered excellent customer service to donors and sponsors to enhance relationships and increase funding.
- Planned and implemented fundraising events.
- Attended fundraising events and conferences to stay informed on industry developments and network with peers.
- Conducted research to identify and target potential donors for fundraising campaigns.
- Cultivated relationships with existing and potential donors to increase donations.
- Evaluated and reported on impact of fundraising efforts to measure success and identify areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve integration of fundraising efforts.
- Maintained accurate financial records to stay compliant with regulations and enable tracking of funds.
- Developed and executed creative strategies to promote fundraising events.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to develop marketing materials for campaigns.
- Planned and organized special events to promote fundraising.
- Created and implemented fundraising plans to encourage donations and distribute funding.
- Coordinated events to encourage community involvement and increase awareness of organization's mission.
- Attended events to develop professional network of potential donors.
Unit Practice Counsel Member
William Beaumont Army Medical Center
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Used advanced counseling skills and evidence-based practices to establish goals and treatment plans with patients.
- Presented case history material to review and discuss with other staff members.
- Implemented and developed core counseling programs to meet each individual's specific and varying needs.
- Recommended updates to current regulations, and policies, and standards of practice.
- Proposed policies, developed roadmaps, and reported on costs and benefits.
- Identified, evaluated, and developed solutions to remove roadblocks to change.
- Researched existing policies and procedures to gain a firm understanding of current conditions.
- Managed implementation of policy and program initiatives.
- Analyzed policy to review selected operations, programs, and practices using a data-driven approach to identify areas of concern and devise improvements.
- Organized and planned meetings.
- Created and implemented new policies on fall prevention protocols, hospital acquired infections, and patient safety.
Licensed Vocational Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
William Beaumont Army Medical Center
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Managed patient care by closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels and updated appropriate providers when vitals or blood glucose was out of parameters.
- Worked with a multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded them in electronic medical records.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to the supervising nurse.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Administered controlled narcotics, managed patient-controlled analgesia pumps, inserted IVs, maintained PICC lines, performed catheterizations, inserted fecal management systems, and maintained continuous bladder irrigations.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to the supervising provider.
- Prepared patients for surgery, educating patients and family members on surgical procedures.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management, and wound management.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout the care process.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Minimized hospital-acquired infections through the use of CHG baths and peri-care.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted and followed Bariatric post-op protocols and educated patients and families in aftercare.
- Managed patients on various types of oxygen: Nasal Cannula, Simple Face Mask, Venturi Mask, Non-Rebreather Mask, C-PAP, Bi-PAP, High-Flow Nasal Cannula, and Endotracheal tubes.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS, and other condition-stabilizing interventions.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
- Assisted various physicians with procedures such as thoracentesis, paracentesis, and intubation.
- Administered medications and injections to patients through various routes: oral, rectal, opthalmic, otic, subcutaneous, intradermal, intravenous, and intramuscular.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
- Educated and maintained PPE standards with student nurses, patients, and family members.
- Educated and provided immunizations for patients.
- Communicated patient status and needs through SBAR templates and Patient Safety Reports.
- Alerted Family Advocacy Program and Adult Protective Services in cases of abuse and neglect.
- Transported patients with the use of Hoyer lifts, transfer chairs, gait belts, and Stryker chairs.
- Conducted EKG tests and bladder scans when ordered by providers.
- Assisted with monitoring of patient's remote telemetry and informed appropriate providers of any changes outside of baseline heart rhythms.
- Inserted and maintained placement of nasogastric and orogastric tubes.
- Maintained and educated patients on the care of percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy, jejunostomy tubes, colostomy bags, ileostomy bags, nephrostomy bags, and tracheostomy tubes.
- Maintained the care of patients with Jackson-Pratt drains, Hemovac drains, Pigtail drains, Penrose drains, Cholecystostomy tubes, Negative pressure Wound Vacuums, and Davol drains.
Education
No Degree - Health Sciences
American Public University System
Charles Town, WV05.2026
Skills
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Postpartum and Newborn Nursing
- Patient Data Management Systems
- Collecting Vitals
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Medical Records Management
- Task Delegation
- Certifications in BLS, NRP, ALS, and STABLE
- Interpersonal Communication between coworkers and Providers
- Critical/Constructive Thinking Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
- Training/Mentoring New Nurses
- Leadership Qualities/Team Management
- Compassionate Care
- Teamwork and Team STEPPS
- Reading Comprehension
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- HIPAA Guideline Adherence
- Feedback Acceptance
- Patient Advocate
Accomplishments
Humanitarian Service Medal for providing medical care to COVID-19 patients during a state of emergency in El Paso, Texas.
Armed Forces Service Medal for providing care to patients infected with Coronavirus-19 during the COVID-19 pandemic from March 2020 to October 2021.
Certificate of Achievement for being recognized as a Distinguished Honor Graduate for receiving a GPA OF 3.97 in a basic leadership course and being rated number 1 of 194 Soldiers.
Army Achievement Medal for implementing event setup, building saw horses for weight requirement testing, and medical attention provided for 256 soldiers participating in the Norwegian Foot March.
Army Commendation Medal for providing care to Medical-Surgical Covid-19 patients and assisting other units with help when needed; ensuring patient safety; preparation for Joint Commission surveys with 100% compliance ratings; serving as Unit Practice Counsel Member for two years and initiating four new policies; training and mentoring over 400 student nurses; serving as Additional Safety Officer for 1.5 years by ensuring employee safety and conducting training meetings and scenarios; and for serving as an Army Emergency Relief Representative and raising $20,000 throughout Fort Bliss.
Certification
Licensed Vocational Nurse
NRP
S.T.A.B.L.E.
BLS
ALS
Field Sanitation
Nutritional and Physical Fitness
Basic Leadership Course
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse, Mother Baby Unit
William Beaumont Army Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
Competency Assessment Folder Auditor
William Beaumont Army Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers Rep
William Beaumont Army Medical Center
10.2021 - Current
Additional Safety Officer
William Beaumont Army Medical Center
02.2021 - 06.2022
Army Emergency Relief Representative
William Beaumont Army Medical Center
01.2021 - 06.2022
Unit Practice Counsel Member
William Beaumont Army Medical Center
01.2020 - 05.2022
Licensed Vocational Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
William Beaumont Army Medical Center
08.2019 - 05.2022
No Degree - Health Sciences
American Public University System