Jenny Gohsler
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant/Licensed Practical Nurse
MGA Home Healthcare
2014.10 - Current
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Licensed Practical Nurse
US Army Reserve
1991.06 - 2013.09
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Traveling Nurses/Per Diem
2004.06 - 2005.12
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Daniel J. Gross Catholic High School
Bellevue, NE05.1987
No Degree - Practical Nurse Course
Academy of Health Sciences
Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, TXSkills
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Condition Monitoring
- Wound Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Medication Dispensing
Certification
- Intravenous therapy and blood sampling certification, US Health Services Academy, Fort Sam Houston, TX
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant/Licensed Practical Nurse
MGA Home Healthcare
2014.10 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Traveling Nurses/Per Diem
2004.06 - 2005.12
Licensed Practical Nurse
US Army Reserve
1991.06 - 2013.09
High School Diploma -
Daniel J. Gross Catholic High School
No Degree - Practical Nurse Course
Academy of Health Sciences
- Intravenous therapy and blood sampling certification, US Health Services Academy, Fort Sam Houston, TX
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