Catherine Hogeback
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Surgery Scheduling / Direct Care / Clinical Lead
Bon Secours Mercy Health
02.2023 - Current
- Lead LPN for breast surgical oncology and plastic and reconstructive surgery.
- Advanced wound care and post-op wound management
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Trained new staff on best practices in patient care procedures.
- Implemented infection control measures to ensure patient safety standards.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
LPN Clinical Manager
CareHere, LLC
08.2017 - 02.2023
- Practice manager for privatized family health center treating children and adults. Responsible for day-to-day operations, supply inventory, scheduling, patient triage, medication and treatment administration, phlebotomy, pre-employment physicals and drug testing. Medication and diabetic education. Traveling to and staffing onsite employee health events, biometric screenings including mass lab draw and vaccine administrations. Virtual visits and tele-health.
- Maintaining CLIA certificates, provider licenses, Sharps and med disposal logs, HIPPA compliance.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care quality.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
LPN
Assurance Health System
06.2016 - 03.2017
- Acute geriatric psych stabilization hospital. IV and sub-q hydration, phlebotomy, medication administration, IM and sub-q injections, EKG, wound care
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering knowledge sharing and professional development.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, adjusting care strategies as needed for improvements.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
LPN Supervisor
Personal Touch Home Care
12.2013 - 06.2016
- Supervised daily operations of nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance team skills and competencies.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for professional growth.
- Monitored compliance with healthcare regulations and company policies to maintain standards.
- Streamlined workflow processes, improving efficiency in patient care delivery systems.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members, fostering a positive work environment and teamwork.
- Conducted regular audits on patient files, ensuring all documentation was up-to-date and compliant with state and federal regulations.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired well-qualified nursing staff.
- Managed inventory control processes efficiently which maintained an adequate supply of essential medical items while minimizing waste or overstock situations.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
LPN Long Term Care/Skilled Unit
Western Hills Retirement Village
12.2013 - 08.2014
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and resident care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff.
- Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity of residents.
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing overall health safety within the facility.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
Purchasing Coordinator
Walgreens Option Care
04.2011 - 12.2013
- Streamlined procurement processes to enhance efficiency in inventory management.
- Coordinated vendor relationships to ensure timely and cost-effective supply chain operations.
- Analyzed purchasing data to identify trends and optimize order placements.
- Developed and maintained accurate records of purchase orders and inventory levels.
- Enhanced compliance with regulatory standards through detailed contract reviews.
- Drove negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms and pricing arrangements.
- Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy and compliance with company policies before approval, minimizing errors and potential disputes.
- Created purchase orders and had each signed by production managers.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing stockouts and excess inventory costs while maintaining optimal product availability.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of products and services, contributing to overall operational effectiveness.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Mercy Health Partners
09.2007 - 11.2012
- Processed prescription orders accurately, enhancing patient safety and satisfaction.
- Assisted pharmacists in medication preparation, contributing to efficient pharmacy operations.
- Trained new technicians on procedures and protocols, fostering a knowledgeable team environment.
- Managed medication inventory to ensure optimal stock levels and compliance with regulations.
- Counted, measured, and compounded medications following standard procedures.
- Assisted in preparation, distribution and storage of pharmaceuticals.
- Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
- Communicated directly with doctors offices via telephone, fax and email.
Certified Pharmacy Technician/Inventory Specialist
CVS Pharmacy
08.2002 - 09.2007
- Duties include order entry, doctor calls and sorting orders. Working with insurance companies and physicians to obtain prior authorizations and diagnosis codes to obtain proper reimbursement and insurance coverage for patients. Ordering of medication and pharmacy supplies. Maintaining adequate inventory and utilizing competitive pricing. Clerk and customer service skills used daily. Pulling and returning out outdated and recalled products.
Education
Diploma of Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Fortis College
Cincinnati, OH01-2010
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Clinical judgment
- Immunization administration
- Medication dispensing
- EMR / EHR
- Staff supervision
- Behavioral assessment
- Chronic disease management
- Medical records management
- Cultural competence
- Biomedical hazard disposal
- Medical records security
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Adaptable and flexible
Certification
- Ohio Nursing License : LPN.138478.MEDS-IV
- Issue Date: 2010-02-05
- Expiration Date: 2026-10-31
Timeline
LPN Surgery Scheduling / Direct Care / Clinical Lead
Bon Secours Mercy Health
02.2023 - Current
LPN Clinical Manager
CareHere, LLC
08.2017 - 02.2023
LPN
Assurance Health System
06.2016 - 03.2017
LPN Long Term Care/Skilled Unit
Western Hills Retirement Village
12.2013 - 08.2014
LPN Supervisor
Personal Touch Home Care
12.2013 - 06.2016
Purchasing Coordinator
Walgreens Option Care
04.2011 - 12.2013
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Mercy Health Partners
09.2007 - 11.2012
Certified Pharmacy Technician/Inventory Specialist
CVS Pharmacy
08.2002 - 09.2007
Diploma of Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Fortis College