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Debra Goplen

Richland Center,WI

Summary

Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

UPLAND HILLS HEALTH SPECIALITY CLINIC
08.2024 - 01.2025

- Coordinate patient consultations, ensuring seamless care and efficient scheduling.

- Monitor vital signs and medication reviews, enhancing patient safety and accuracy.

- Facilitate colonoscopy and EGD scheduling, optimizing timelines and preparation.

- Manage surgical supplies, maintaining readiness and operational efficiency.

- Assist in surgery scheduling and patient education, improving understanding and outcomes.

- Lead clinical operations for dual-surgeon practice, managing patient consultations, vital monitoring, and surgical scheduling while ensuring compliance with medical protocols.

Licensed Practical Nurse

SSM Health Dean Medical Group
08.2014 - 09.2024

- Coordinated patient care for referrals/surgeries

- Medication management

- Conducted triage and handled medication refills

- Ensured patient comfort during procedures

- Implemented efficient authorization procedures

- Performed wound checks and suture removals

- Ordered supplies for floor/ medications

- Trained new staff on phototherapy treatment



Licensed Practical Nurse

ST. MARY'S HOSPITAL- General Surgery 4SW
03.2003 - 07.2014

- Collaborated with RNs to enhance patient wellness and recovery strategies.

- Facilitated patient mobility, promoting faster recovery and comfort.

- Monitored telemetry and maintained accurate patient records for assessments.

- Implemented creative solutions to complex challenges, streamlining workflows.

- Administered oral, subcutaneous injections, and IV medication under the direction of RN and MD.

- Placed and maintained foley catheters/NG's/O2

- Dressing changes, I & O

Licensed Practical Nurse

PRIVATE DUTY NURSE FOR STATE OF WI
10.2005 - 02.2013

- Managed daily needs of quadriplegic patient
- Prepared meals

- Accompanied to appointments

- Trained staff on wound vac

- Monitored fluid intake and output

- Coordinated patient transfers using Hoyer lift

- Managed foley catheter, dressing changes, wound vac

- helped order supplies

- vitals at each shift


Education

Diploma For LPN - License Practical Nurse

Southeastern Technical College
Fennimore, WI
05-2004

Skills

  • Medication delivery
  • Patient care management
  • HIPAA regulations knowledge
  • Accurate clinical documentation
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Patient vital signs assessment
  • Attention to detail in documentation
  • Sample collection
  • Wound care management
  • Patient assessment
  • Patient care support

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Interests

I received my NRA Pistol Instructor certification 10/18/2024 Teaching the fundamentals of handling a pistol correctly to women and men is one of my long life dreams

Belonging to the Southwestern Arm Woman of America for the last 4 years as instructor which I co-chair with two other instructors has been very rewarding to me helping other women learn the fundamentals of shooting

Becoming the Vice-President of the the Pine River Sports Association in Richland Center, WI on 3/2025 has been a eye opener and learning experience

I have my range safety officer certification

My husband and I shoot league on Wednesday night Rim/Center fire together

My other interest are cooking, spending time with family, hiking, camping, fishing with my husband, spending time with our boxer and grand pup

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

UPLAND HILLS HEALTH SPECIALITY CLINIC
08.2024 - 01.2025

Licensed Practical Nurse

SSM Health Dean Medical Group
08.2014 - 09.2024

Licensed Practical Nurse

PRIVATE DUTY NURSE FOR STATE OF WI
10.2005 - 02.2013

Licensed Practical Nurse

ST. MARY'S HOSPITAL- General Surgery 4SW
03.2003 - 07.2014

Diploma For LPN - License Practical Nurse

Southeastern Technical College