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Deborah Lysikov

Kankakee,IL

Summary

Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with hands-on experience in providing nursing care within diverse healthcare settings. Possess strong clinical skills bolstered by ability to maintain positive patient relations. Have made significant contributions in optimizing patient care through effective communication and collaboration with healthcare team members.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

Riverside Miller Rehabilitation
Kankakee, IL
01.2024 - Current
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop long term goals for patients who require ongoing treatment.
  • Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.

LPN

Lincoln Park Nursing and Rehab
Racine, WI
11.2023 - 12.2023
  • Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
  • Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
  • Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
  • Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.

Student Nurse Intern

Herzing University
Kenosha, WI
05.2023 - 09.2023
  • Verified menu and current diet order to deliver meal trays and snacks to patient.
  • Answered call lights promptly to address patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
  • Completed clinical work in different units to achieve degree standards and build nursing knowledge.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

COVID-19 Contact Tracer

Kankakee County Health Department
Kankakee, IL
09.2021 - 11.2021
  • Monitored trends in the spread of COVID-19 by analyzing data from contact tracing efforts.
  • Provided health education materials and resources to affected individuals and their families.
  • Followed set protocol for contacting assigned newly diagnosed COVID-19 case patients and documented contact attempts and timeframes.
  • Utilized various software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite and Zoom for remote communication purposes.
  • Identified close contacts of infected individuals and provided guidance on quarantine procedures.

Medical Assistant

Adolescent Growth
Lombard, IL
01.2021 - 08.2021
  • Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
  • Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
  • Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
  • Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.

Occupational Therapy Intern

Akcicek Hospital
, Girne, Cyprus
03.2017 - 05.2017
  • Provided individualized occupational therapy interventions with an emphasis on promoting independence in activities of daily living.
  • Selected effective treatment plans in line with personal goals for home, school, or work life.
  • Implemented therapeutic exercises, modalities, and activities to improve motor performance skills.
  • Planned and organized occupational therapy programs in hospitals and community settings to help rehabilitate impaired individuals.
  • Observed patient's behavior to assess progress towards functional goals.

Occupational Therapy Intern

Amana Healthcare
Khalifa City A, Abu Dhabi, UAE
06.2015 - 08.2015
  • Maintained up-to-date records of all treatments performed according to HIPAA regulations.
  • Instructed patients and families on the use of adaptive equipment and techniques for home management.
  • Supported individual patient objectives in daily living, clinical, educational and vocational areas by implementing well-researched treatment interventions.
  • Promoted maximum independence by selecting and constructing therapies according to individual's physical capacity and interest.
  • Reported progress notes documenting patient's response to intervention and updated treatment plans accordingly.

Education

MBA - Healthcare Management

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
03-2025

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Herzing University
Kenosha, WI
12-2023

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy

Girne American University
Kyrenia, Cyprus
06-2017

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Rehabilitation nursing
  • Patient documentation
  • Geriatric nursing
  • Clinical decision making
  • Compassionate care
  • Patient advocacy
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Nursing ethics
  • Behavioral health
  • Patient education
  • Verbal and written communication
  • HIPAA regulations
  • Issue resolution

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

LPN

Riverside Miller Rehabilitation
01.2024 - Current

LPN

Lincoln Park Nursing and Rehab
11.2023 - 12.2023

Student Nurse Intern

Herzing University
05.2023 - 09.2023

COVID-19 Contact Tracer

Kankakee County Health Department
09.2021 - 11.2021

Medical Assistant

Adolescent Growth
01.2021 - 08.2021

Occupational Therapy Intern

Akcicek Hospital
03.2017 - 05.2017

Occupational Therapy Intern

Amana Healthcare
06.2015 - 08.2015

MBA - Healthcare Management

Western Governors University

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Herzing University

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy

Girne American University
Deborah Lysikov