Connie Strand
Lake Ozark,MO
Summary
Accomplished mentor devoted to students' needs. Focused on helping students manage and overcome personal, social, and behavioral problems negatively impacting wellbeing or academic success. Goes above and beyond every year to enhance student experiences and help each reach full potential.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Residentail Mental Health Care Mentor
Calo
Lake Ozark, Missouri
05.2019 - Current
- Mentored individuals on personal mental health coping strategies and topics such as communication skills, problem-solving and goal setting to live a productive and fulfilling adult life
- Instructed individuals in job search and application strategies, resume writing and interview skills.
- Established meaningful connections with residents to help them build better connections with parents and peers
Clinic Nurse
JCMG
Jefferson City, Missouri
11.2017 - 04.2019
- Cared for patients and families to find the correct diagnoses for their illness in a Express Care setting
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
LPN Office Nurse
University of Missouri Health Care
Columbia, Missouri
04.2008 - 10.2017
- Performed basic laboratory tests, such as urinalysis or blood draws.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Conducted physical assessments of patients, such as measuring vital signs, height, weight.
- Utilized various computer software programs proficiently in order to document patient data.
LPN
Capital Region Medical Center
Jefferson City, Missouri
07.2004 - 04.2008
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Observed, charted, and reported developments in patient health conditions for nursing supervisor.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
LPN
Star Med Staffing Agency
Jefferson City, Missouri
02.2001 - 06.2004
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Observed, charted, and reported developments in patient health conditions for nursing supervisor.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
LPN
St Francis Hospital
Maryville, Missouri
07.1990 - 02.2001
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Observed, charted, and reported developments in patient health conditions for nursing supervisor.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop long term goals for patients who require ongoing treatment.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Educated staff members regarding infection control protocols or best practices when caring for a particular type of illness or injury.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
- Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
- Prepared equipment for use during treatments such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly according to hospital policies.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Applied interventions to progress patients toward wellness and address maintenance of wellness.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
Education
LPN - Nursing
Northwest Missouri Vo-Tech School
Maryville, MO07-1990
High School Diploma -
South Page Community Schools
College Springs, IA05-1980
Skills
- Academic advisement
- Self-awareness
- Positive reinforcement
- Emotional support
- Skill development expertise
- Time management coaching
- Scheduling
- Social integration support
- Daily living support
- Educational support
- Goal setting
- Goal planning
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Residentail Mental Health Care Mentor
Calo
05.2019 - Current
Clinic Nurse
JCMG
11.2017 - 04.2019
LPN Office Nurse
University of Missouri Health Care
04.2008 - 10.2017
LPN
Capital Region Medical Center
07.2004 - 04.2008
LPN
Star Med Staffing Agency
02.2001 - 06.2004
LPN
St Francis Hospital
07.1990 - 02.2001
LPN - Nursing
Northwest Missouri Vo-Tech School
High School Diploma -
South Page Community Schools