Heather Santistevan
Pooler
Summary
Dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at Kaiser Permanente, excelling in patient care and medication administration. Proficient in IV certification and computerized charting, I foster strong relationships with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes. Committed to delivering exceptional service while managing referrals and prior authorizations efficiently.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
CORRECTHEALTH
Savannah
12.2020 - Current
- Oversaw multiple responsibilities at Correct Health in Chatham County Detention Center to support comprehensive patient care.
- Developed collaborative relationships with providers and fellow nurses to enhance patient care quality.
- Managed nurse's office and organized medication cart to ensure efficient medication administration.
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE, SUMMIT CANCER CARE
TRACE STAFFING
07.2019 - 12.2020
- Provided comprehensive nursing care in busy oncology department, supporting patient needs and treatment plans.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician’s orders.
- Assisted in patient assessments and monitored vital signs.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans.
- Managed phone inquiries, coordinated referrals, processed prior authorizations, roomed patients, and updated patient charts to ensure seamless patient flow.
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
KAISER PERMANENTE
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Functioned as a Licensed Practical Nurse in a busy Primary Care department, providing essential patient care and support.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Assisted in patient assessments and developed care plans collaboratively.
- Assisted with procedures, roomed patients for providers, and coordinated phone, email, and fax communications to ensure smooth operations.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
KAISER PERMANENTE
07.2003 - 01.2019
- Assisted in operating room as anesthesia technician and laser technician, ensuring patient safety and equipment readiness.
- Assisted in fast-paced ambulatory surgery unit by supporting surgical teams and preparing operating rooms.
- Supported patient flow in pre-op, OR, and recovery room.
- Escorted patients from pre-op to discharge, ensuring comfort and safety throughout the process.
Education
PRACTICAL NURSING DEGREE - nursing
EMILY GRIFFITH TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Denver, CO07-2018
ASSOCIATES DEGREE IN MEDICAL ASSISTING - medical
PARKS COLLEGE
Denver, CO09-2003
Skills
- IV certification
- Medication administration
- Catheterization
- Bladder scanning
- Immunizations
- Spirometry
- EKG
- Patient transport
- Patient check-in
- Patient communication
- Computerized charting
- Referrals
- Order execution
- Insurance verification
- Administrative support
- Ear wash
Certification
BLS Certification
Nursing Licenses
PN, 03/01/27, GA
Timeline
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
CORRECTHEALTH
12.2020 - Current
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE, SUMMIT CANCER CARE
TRACE STAFFING
07.2019 - 12.2020
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
KAISER PERMANENTE
01.2019 - 05.2019
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
KAISER PERMANENTE
07.2003 - 01.2019
PRACTICAL NURSING DEGREE - nursing
EMILY GRIFFITH TECHNICAL COLLEGE
ASSOCIATES DEGREE IN MEDICAL ASSISTING - medical
PARKS COLLEGE