Casey Haus
Struthers,OH
Summary
I have been a nurse in long term care for 19 years. I’ve been a department head/ MDS nurse for the last 9 years. I have built strong relationships with staff, family, and residents.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN, MDS Nurse
Masternick Memorial Health Care Center
03.2006 - Current
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
- Reduced errors in MDS submissions by conducting regular audits of completed assessments and providing corrective feedback to staff when necessary.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented within care plans, making recommendations for adjustments as needed.
- Coordinated with billing department to facilitate appropriate reimbursement based on accurate completion of resident assessments.
- Facilitated timely completion of MDS assessments through effective time management and organization skills.
- Supported successful survey results by addressing any identified concerns or deficiencies related to the MDS process promptly and effectively.
- Participated in case conferences, providing insight into individual resident needs as determined through comprehensive assessment review.
LPN
Boardman Specialty Care
04.2006 - 03.2009
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Education
Licensed Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Hannah E Mullins School of Practical Nursing
Salem, OH02.2006
Associate Of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
ETI Technical College
Niles, OH09.2004
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical Documentation
- Geriatric Nursing
- Catheter Care
- Diabetes management
- End of life care
- Nursing Ethics
- Rehabilitation Nursing
- Respiratory Care
- Psychiatric Nursing
- Wound Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Assessments
- Patient relationship building
- Care Planning
- ADL Assistance
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
Accomplishments
James Wilson Memorial Scholarship for Highest Scholastic Achievement, HEMSPN
Vice president junior class, HEMSPN
Deans List, ETI Technical College
Timeline
LPN
Boardman Specialty Care
04.2006 - 03.2009
LPN, MDS Nurse
Masternick Memorial Health Care Center
03.2006 - Current
Licensed Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Hannah E Mullins School of Practical Nursing
Associate Of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
ETI Technical College
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