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Deborah Maher

Jacobus,PA

Summary

Accomplished LPN with a proven track record at Wellspan Health, demonstrating exceptional clinical judgment and patient care. Skilled in medication administration and fostering patient education, I excel in high-pressure environments, ensuring efficient and compassionate service. My adaptability and effective communication have significantly enhanced patient satisfaction and care continuity. Passionate Nurse with demonstrated experience in hospital settings. Proven ability to build strong relationships with patients and families while providing compassionate care. Offers strong task prioritization and organizational skills. Experienced nursing professional with excellent skills in patient assessment, disease management and medication administration. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN Office Nurse

Wellspan Behavorial Health
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
  • Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
  • Assisted with minor surgical procedures, ensuring proper sterilization techniques and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Coordinated referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring seamless transitions of care for patients within the healthcare system.
  • Promoted patient safety and comfort during office visits by attentively monitoring their condition and promptly addressing any concerns or discomforts expressed.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by efficiently managing unexpected changes in schedules or staffing situations without compromising patient care quality or timeliness of services rendered.
  • Provided health education to patients on various topics such as medication management, disease prevention, and self-care strategies.
  • Maintained accurate medical records for over 100 patients, ensuring timely updates and efficient communication between healthcare providers.

Meds By History

Wellspan Health- York Hospital

Reviewed and entered all medications into charts of ED patients

LPN Office Nurse

Wellspan Neurosurgery
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
  • Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
  • Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
  • Assisted with minor surgical procedures, ensuring proper sterilization techniques and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Coordinated referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring seamless transitions of care for patients within the healthcare system.
  • Served as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers, facilitating clear communication regarding treatment plans and expectations.

LPN Field Nurse

VNA Hospice
  • Administered medications safely and effectively, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Dispensed and administered patients' medications following care plans and physician's orders.
  • Educated patients and families on healthcare management strategies, promoting self-care and wellbeing.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and timely interventions.
  • Provided exceptional patient care by meeting physical, psychological, and overall care requirements to support daily living needs and independence.
  • Managed complex wound care for improved healing rates and reduced infection risk.
  • Coordinated with physicians to implement prescribed treatment plans, ensuring consistency in patient care delivery.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients facing challenging diagnoses or difficult treatments, fostering resilience during recovery processes.
  • Assessed patients by observing and recording vital signs, gathering specimens and reviewing lab test results.
  • Completed thorough assessments to identify changes in patients'' condition, implementing appropriate interventions as needed.
  • Conducted home visits to monitor patient status, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal health outcomes.
  • Reduced hospital readmission rates by closely monitoring patients'' progress and executing effective care plans.
  • Implemented preventive measures that mitigated the spread of infections among vulnerable patient populations.
  • Organized and updated patient charts and records by reporting vitals, medical history, treatment plans, current medications, medication reactions, allergies and health status information.
  • Served as a liaison between patients and their healthcare providers, advocating for their needs while promoting informed decisionmaking.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, individualized nursing services tailored to their unique needs.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients through clear communication skills that foster trust within the nurse-patient relationship.

LPN

Wellspan VNA
12.2019 - Current
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Efficiently transcribes all internal and external orders.
  • Updates care plans
  • Approves all pt wound care supplies
  • Communicates effectively with nursling staff regarding all new orders

Nurse Health Coach

Wellspan Stonebridge Family Medicine
03.2017 - 11.2019
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
  • Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
  • Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
  • Assisted with minor surgical procedures, ensuring proper sterilization techniques and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Coordinated referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring seamless transitions of care for patients within the healthcare system.
  • Served as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers, facilitating clear communication regarding treatment plans and expectations.
  • Promoted patient safety and comfort during office visits by attentively monitoring their condition and promptly addressing any concerns or discomforts expressed.

LPN

Rest Haven-York
01.1994 - 12.2010
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
  • Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.

Education

No Degree - LPN

York Vo-Tech
York, PA
01.1994

High School Diploma -

Hereford High School
Parkton, MD
06.1980

Skills

  • Clinical judgment
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Immunization Administration
  • Nursing Documentation
  • Catheter Care
  • Medication Administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • EMR Updating
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Care Plan Development
  • Patient Education
  • Epic Systems
  • Critical Thinking
  • Wound Care
  • Attention to Detail
  • Patient support
  • Responsible and Dependable
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Specimen Collection
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Patient Charting
  • Medical Paperwork Processing
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Staff Supervision
  • In-Home Care
  • Call Answering and Assistance
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Excellent Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Active Listening
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Effective Communication
  • Continuing education
  • Ethical Practice
  • Incoming Call Reception
  • Infection Control
  • Activities of Daily Living ADLs

Timeline

LPN

Wellspan VNA
12.2019 - Current

Nurse Health Coach

Wellspan Stonebridge Family Medicine
03.2017 - 11.2019

LPN

Rest Haven-York
01.1994 - 12.2010

LPN Office Nurse

Wellspan Behavorial Health

Meds By History

Wellspan Health- York Hospital

LPN Office Nurse

Wellspan Neurosurgery

LPN Field Nurse

VNA Hospice

No Degree - LPN

York Vo-Tech

High School Diploma -

Hereford High School
Deborah Maher