DANA PETITO
Port Jervis,NY
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with a strong background in orthopedic and hand-surgery support, patient assessment, and sterile instrument processing. Coordinates patient flow, prepares exam rooms and supplies, documents clinical updates, and reinforces post-visit care to support accurate treatment and smooth daily operations. Brings steady support to multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced settings.
Overview
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Crystal Run Healthcare
01.2009 - Current
- Assist orthopedic and hand-surgery providers with patient examinations, office-based procedures, treatment preparation, and follow-up care.
- Supported orthopedic and hand surgery teams by preparing for patient examinations and treatments.
- Collect and document patient histories, vital signs, symptoms, and clinical updates to support accurate treatment planning.
- Obtained vital signs and patient histories, updated medical records, and prepared patients for examinations and treatments.
- Prepared examination rooms, supplies, and instruments; assisted with dressing changes and wound assessments.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments within LPN scope and organizational policy; reinforced patient education and follow-up instructions.
- Educated patients on procedure preparation, post-visit instructions, immobilization care, and indicators for contacting the clinical team to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Coordinated patient flow and facilitated clear communication among providers, patients, and support staff to optimize clinic operations.
- Processed reusable medical instruments to maintain compliance with facility protocols for patient safety.
- Clean, inspect, assemble, package, and process reusable medical instruments in accordance with facility protocols.
- Support sterilization quality practices, instrument tracking, safe handling, and organized inventory for timely clinical use.
- Apply infection prevention, personal protective equipment, and aseptic principles to help maintain patient and staff safety.
- Supported physicians and clinical staff during routine visits, preventive screenings, and ongoing management of chronic conditions.
- Internal Medicine
Home Health Aide
Willcare
09.2006 - 09.2008
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Documented daily care activities according to home health plans.
- Recorded daily notes about client conditions, treatments provided and progress made.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, and grooming in home settings.
- Observed and communicated changes in client condition, maintained a safe environment, and offered respectful companionship and support.
Medication Technician
Heather Heights of Pittsford Assisted Living Facility
01.2003 - 12.2005
- Supported medication administration and resident care in a 75-bed assisted living facility, following prescribed orders, facility policies, and applicable medication technician responsibilities.
- Maintained precise medication records and organized routines, contributing to safe medication administration and resident care.
- Monitored residents for changes in condition or medication-related issues and reported findings to nursing staff, ensuring timely interventions.
- Supported residents with dementia through patient communication and tailored assistance, enhancing their comfort and well-being.
- Documented medication passes in resident records and MAR charts.
- Verified physician orders against resident medication schedules.
- Prepared medication carts for Heather Heights daily rounds.
- Ensured that all prescribed medications were taken as ordered by physician.
Education
Licensed Practical Nursing Program -
Orange-Ulster BOCES
Goshen, NY06-2008
Skills
- Orthopedic surgery support
- Medication Administration
- Wound Care & Dressing Changes
- Splinting & Casting Assistance
- Patient Intake and Vital Signs
- Instrument sterilization
- Infection Control & Aseptic Technique
- EMR Documentation
- Clinical Workflow Coordination
- Patient Education
- Patient Care Coordination
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- CPR Certified
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Crystal Run Healthcare
01.2009 - Current
Home Health Aide
Willcare
09.2006 - 09.2008
Medication Technician
Heather Heights of Pittsford Assisted Living Facility
01.2003 - 12.2005
Licensed Practical Nursing Program -
Orange-Ulster BOCES