Chelsea Drazkowski
Lewiston,MN
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at La Crescent Health Services, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective communication and critical thinking. Committed to delivering compassionate care while implementing quality improvement initiatives to optimize health outcomes. Skilled in electronic health records and team collaboration. Cares for patients with exceptional clinical, interpersonal and time management abilities. Diligent about helping people of all backgrounds with diverse healthcare needs. Top skills in communication, medication administration and wound care.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
La Crescent Health Services
La Crescent, MN
08.2024 - Current
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
Co-Owner, Office Manager
Drazkowski Heating & Cooling
Lewiston, MN
01.2011 - Current
- Support daily operations, data entry, and processing of invoices as well as investigative documents to ensure the timeliness and accuracy of all billings
- Maintain and update customer account information while demonstrating friendly and reliable customer service to build a strong customer base
- Manage account balances to discover outstanding debts or other inconsistencies to provide to finance department
- Identify and develop innovative sales and marketing channels to drive brand awareness while guiding business development decision-making to optimize profitability
- Establish continuous improvement projects to implement new processes that enhance customer satisfaction by determining effective processes, procedures, and company best practices to achieve milestones
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Collaborated with company partners to develop and actualize strategic plans to advance company's mission and objectives and promote revenue, profitability and growth.
- Advanced business through multiple transition periods to maximize efficiency, profitability, and scalability with future demands.
- Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
- Engaged in community and industry events to network, promote the business, and stay informed on market developments.
- Implemented campaigns and promotions to help with developing goods and services.
- Managed day-to-day business operations including staffing, inventory management, budgeting, accounting, and payroll processing.
- Monitored business trend forecasts and adjusted budgets and operational plans to maximize growth and opportunities.
- Managed financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting to ensure fiscal health.
- Negotiated and secured partnerships with key stakeholders to enhance business operations and market reach.
- Improved productivity initiatives, managing budgets and accounts, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
Clinical Experience
Mayo Health Systems
Tomah, MN
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Completed full assessments on all patients including accurate documentation and charting; gained familiarity utilizing Cerner & EPIC; organized and prioritized patient care according to most unstable to more stable; accurately communicated patient's status at change of shift to oncoming nurse; delegated tasks of patient care to appropriate staff; maintained 100% attendance throughout all clinical shifts
- Contributed to the development of department policies by providing input based on clinical experience.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans based on clinical experience and knowledge.
- Observed medical procedures in multiple departments to gain clinical experience.
- Established relationships with local hospitals and healthcare providers in order to obtain clinical experience placements for students.
- Developed treatment plans based on clinical experience and knowledge
Clinical Experience
Health Systems
Winona
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Completed full assessments on all patients including accurate documentation and charting; gained familiarity utilizing Cerner & EPIC; organized and prioritized patient care according to most unstable to more stable; accurately communicated patient's status at change of shift to oncoming nurse; delegated tasks of patient care to appropriate staff; maintained 100% attendance throughout all clinical shifts
Clinical Experience
Health
Tomah
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Completed full assessments on all patients including accurate documentation and charting; gained familiarity utilizing Cerner & EPIC; organized and prioritized patient care according to most unstable to more stable; accurately communicated patient's status at change of shift to oncoming nurse; delegated tasks of patient care to appropriate staff; maintained 100% attendance throughout all clinical shifts
Clinical Experience
Nursing Home
Tomah
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Completed full assessments on all patients including accurate documentation and charting; gained familiarity utilizing Cerner & EPIC; organized and prioritized patient care according to most unstable to more stable; accurately communicated patient's status at change of shift to oncoming nurse; delegated tasks of patient care to appropriate staff; maintained 100% attendance throughout all clinical shifts
Office Manager
Connaughty Manufacturing
08.2011 - 12.2013
- Provided leadership, management, coordination, and direction for all assigned administrative functions including office organization, filing systems, and customer service
- Generated detailed invoices for work completed and progress billing for large projects, ensuring complete accuracy prior to submittal to customers or subcontractors for payment
- Managed vendor accounts including customer account creation and monitoring, billing, invoicing, report generation, and service level agreement monitoring
- Maintained information system records and compiled reports from databases as required, creating processes to streamline workflows and manage recordkeeping for all correspondence and documentation
- Established efficient workflow processes, database management, and office productivity by implementing modifications to improve the overall effectiveness of activities and operations
Receptionist
Eye & Vision
05.2000 - 06.2004
- Performed general clerical and administrative duties including answering and routing incoming phone calls, maintaining hardcopy and digital databases, and distributing documentation
- Maintained the efficiency of all clinic operations through accurate financial controls, patient scheduling, and intake processes to ensure a positive patient experience
- Managed patient walk-in processes, including questionnaires and authorization of release, and coordinated effectively with clinic staff to ensure seamless office operations
- Updated applicable standard operating procedures and work instructions to ensure compliance with all established regulations and standards as required
Education
NCLEX Exam -
05.2024
LPN License -
Western Technical College
01.2024
Basic Life Support (CPR & AED) Program -
American Heart Association
01.2023
Skills
- Operations Management
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Clinical documentation
- Electronic health records
- Team collaboration
- Patient education
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Emotional support
- Palliative care
- Vital signs
- Diabetes management
- Staff supervision
- Samples collection
- Inpatient care
- Mental health support
- Chronic disease management
- End-of-life care
- Patient care
- Tracking symptoms
- Infection control
- Documentation accuracy
- Tuberculosis testing
- Compassionate care
- Medication reconciliation
- Counting narcotics
- Preventive care
- Catheter care
- Charting and recording
- Direct patient care
- Patient safety protocols
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Patient intake
- Geriatric care
- Pain management
- Indirect patient care
- Medication dispensing
- Patient assessments
- Strategic Planning
- Client Relations
- Office Administration
- Process Improvement
- Program Administration
- Procedural Compliance
- Records Management
- Licensed practical nurse
- Physical assessment
- Psychotropic medications
- Vital signs monitoring
- Maintaining nutrition
- Cultural competence
- Health education
- Behavioral assessment
- Patient evaluations
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
La Crescent Health Services
08.2024 - Current
Clinical Experience
Mayo Health Systems
06.2022 - 08.2022
Clinical Experience
Health Systems
03.2022 - 05.2022
Clinical Experience
Health
01.2022 - 03.2022
Clinical Experience
Nursing Home
09.2021 - 12.2021
Office Manager
Connaughty Manufacturing
08.2011 - 12.2013
Co-Owner, Office Manager
Drazkowski Heating & Cooling
01.2011 - Current
Receptionist
Eye & Vision
05.2000 - 06.2004
NCLEX Exam -
LPN License -
Western Technical College
Basic Life Support (CPR & AED) Program -
American Heart Association
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