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Elaine Ruparcic

Johnstown,PA

Summary

Experienced LPN with background in school nursing, medication administration, health monitoring, and client advocacy. Known for compassionate care, careful documentation, and calm behavioral redirection that supports safe, consistent outcomes.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

SSW

Joseph Tursi, CLE
Johnstown, PA
01.2009 - Current
  • Accompanied clients to healthcare appointments, effectively communicating results to enhance care coordination.
  • Managed community engagement activities, including shopping and dog care, to promote client well-being and social interaction.
  • Executed daily tasks with precision and reliability, ensuring consistent support for clients.
  • Implemented ISP for the plan of care
  • Redirected negative behaviors and diffused the situation

Licensed Practical Nurse

Learning Lamp
Johnstown, Pennsylvania
11.2011 - 01.2019
  • Acted as the school nurse in various district schools, advocating for student safety and wellness through proactive health management.
  • Provided comprehensive nursing care to Learning Lamp students and staff, addressing health needs and promoting wellness.
  • Monitored student health conditions during classroom and program activities.
  • Administered medications following provider orders and student care plans.
  • Conducted individual school visits to deliver tailored nursing care, enhancing student health outcomes.

Education

Associate of Arts - Practical Nursing

Greater Johnstown Vocational Technical School
Johnstown, PA
03-1987

High School Diploma -

Richland Sr High School
Johnstown, PA
06-1975

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Health monitoring
  • Care planning
  • Care coordination
  • Care documentation
  • Electronic health records
  • School nursing
  • Student health screening
  • Infection control
  • Behavioral intervention
  • Behavioral redirection
  • Client advocacy
  • Health education
  • Electronic charting
  • PPE use
  • Care program planning
  • Attention to detail
  • Organization and time management
  • Problem solving
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Excellent communication
  • Active listening
  • Calm under pressure

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Learning Lamp
11.2011 - 01.2019

SSW

Joseph Tursi, CLE
01.2009 - Current

Associate of Arts - Practical Nursing

Greater Johnstown Vocational Technical School

High School Diploma -

Richland Sr High School
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