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Cassie Ferguson

Calhoun,GA

Summary

Dedicated and well-qualified LPN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings 12+ year record in field.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN/RN Extender

AdventHealth
Calhoun, GA
07.2023 - Current
  • Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
  • Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
  • Developed individualized plans of care for each patient based on assessment data collected.
  • Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
  • Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
  • Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
  • Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
  • Prepared equipment for use during treatments such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly according to hospital policies.

LPN- Hematology and Oncology

Advent Health Gordon
Calhoun, GA
01.2018 - Current
  • Triaged patients to evaluate current condition
  • Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids via IV, PORT or PICC line, noting times and amounts on patient charts
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
  • Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
  • Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.

LPN- Home Health PRN

AdventHealth
Calhoun, GA
11.2022 - 07.2023
  • Participated in on-call rotations and delivered after-hours care.
  • Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
  • Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
  • Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
  • Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.

LPN-PRN All Clinics

AdventHealth
Calhoun, GA
08.2015 - 01.2018
  • Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
  • Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
  • Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
  • Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.

LPN

Northwest Georgia Medical Group/ Advent Health
Calhoun, GA
06.2011 - 08.2015
  • Assisted physicians in providing care for family practice, internal medicine and pediatric patients
  • Administered medication and immunizations, subcutaneously, intramuscularly, intradermally and intravenously
  • Assisted in in-office surgical procedures, preformed EKG’s, hearing and vision screenings, scheduled procedures, obtained prior authroizations for medications and procedures, as well as assisted in maintaining and updating patient charts.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.

Education

Diploma - LPN program

Georgia Northwestern Technical College
12.2010

Associate of Science - Nursing

Dalton State College
Dalton, GA

Skills

  • Knowledge of nursing practices, medical methods, & techniques
  • Knowledge of medical care regulations
  • Organized and multi tasking- ability to handle multiple priorities
  • Competent in time management
  • Computer skills
  • MS Office (Windows, Excel, Outlook)
  • Medication Administration
  • Procedure Explanation
  • Conditions Reporting
  • Nursing Staff Supervision
  • Wound Dressing
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • In-Home Care
  • Critical Thinking
  • Dementia Knowledge and Care

Accomplishments

  • Promoted to clinic lead at Adventhealth Hematology and Oncology
  • Received Daisy Award October 2022

Timeline

LPN/RN Extender

AdventHealth
07.2023 - Current

LPN- Home Health PRN

AdventHealth
11.2022 - 07.2023

LPN- Hematology and Oncology

Advent Health Gordon
01.2018 - Current

LPN-PRN All Clinics

AdventHealth
08.2015 - 01.2018

LPN

Northwest Georgia Medical Group/ Advent Health
06.2011 - 08.2015

Diploma - LPN program

Georgia Northwestern Technical College

Associate of Science - Nursing

Dalton State College

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