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Debra Kathol

La Mesa

Summary

LPN Care Manager with 8 years of nursing experience, excelling in case management and collaborative healthcare practices. Proven success in medication reconciliation and patient education, significantly improving care transitions. Expertise in conflict resolution and process enhancement, committed to maintaining high standards of patient care.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN Care Manager / SNF Care Coordinator

Arkos Health
Las Vegas
02.2023 - 07.2025
  • Conducted care transitions and assessments for patients in skilled nursing and home settings.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop, implement, and revise care plans.
  • Completed medication reconciliation and communicated with providers to resolve patient issues.
  • Participated in ICT meetings to review case complexities and quality outcomes.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Sunrise Hospital
Las Vegas
06.2022 - 02.2023
  • Provided direct, evidence-based nursing care in a high-acuity inpatient setting.
  • Managed a patient load of 1:8 while collaborating with RNs and support staff.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
  • Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.

Licensed Vocational Nurse

RO Health, LLC
San Diego
11.2019 - 11.2022
  • Administered medications, vaccines, and conducted COVID-19 testing and monitoring.
  • Collaborated with public health teams on pandemic response, and site leadership.
  • Maintained accurate documentation and followed clinical protocols.
  • Trained new staff on best practices and safety protocols in patient care.

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Scripps Health
San Diego
07.2018 - 07.2019
  • Supported physicians during exams and diagnostic procedures.
  • Performed bladder instillations, injections, and provided patient education.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and treatments.

Licensed Vocational Nurse

San Diego Center for Children
San Diego
12.2017 - 02.2019
  • Assisted with medication administration, admissions, and mental health support.
  • Maintained nursing documentation for child and adolescent treatment programs.

Education

Diploma - Vocational Nursing

Brightwood College
San Diego, CA
04.2016

Skills

  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Case management and transitional care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Patient and family education
  • Medical records management
  • Conflict resolution and team leadership
  • IV therapy
  • Blood draws
  • Vaccine administration
  • Process improvement
  • Adaptability
  • Care coordination
  • Medication reconciliation
  • Patient assessment
  • Patient education
  • NV licensed practical nurse

Certification

CPI Blue Card: NCI with advanced physical skills, 3rd edition, 12/2024, 12/2026

Timeline

LPN Care Manager / SNF Care Coordinator

Arkos Health
02.2023 - 07.2025

Licensed Practical Nurse

Sunrise Hospital
06.2022 - 02.2023

Licensed Vocational Nurse

RO Health, LLC
11.2019 - 11.2022

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Scripps Health
07.2018 - 07.2019

Licensed Vocational Nurse

San Diego Center for Children
12.2017 - 02.2019

Diploma - Vocational Nursing

Brightwood College

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