Kasandra Waters
Morgantown,WV
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with seven years of diverse experience in direct patient care and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Community Health Nurse UMWA
11.2022 - Current
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Worked with suppliers and vendors on provision of medical equipment, items and services.
LPN
WVU Urgent Care
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
LPN
LHC Group
02.2018 - 12.2021
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
LPN
Urology Out-Patient
05.2017 - 02.2018
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
LPN
Genesis Rehabilitation Services
10.2016 - 04.2017
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Phlebotomist
Mon Health Medical Center
12.2010 - 08.2015
- Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fairmont State University
Fairmont, WV07.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
MTEC
Morgantown, WV08.2016
Lab Assistant - Phlebotomy
Pierpont Community And Technical College
Fairmont, WV05.2010
Skills
- Data Collection
- Medical Assessment
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Patient Management
- Case Management
- Wound Care
- Administering Immunizations
- Care Planning
- Physical Assessments
- Medication Administration
References
- Brittany Sabo - NP Urology
304-685-7290
bsabo22@hotmail.com
- Courtney Myers - PCM Care Partners Home Health
304-698-9258
lambertcd@battlers.ab.edu
- Barbara Chase - Registered Nurse
304-844-6230
barbara.d.chase@gmail.com
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Community Health Nurse UMWA
11.2022 - Current
LPN
WVU Urgent Care
01.2022 - 10.2022
LPN
LHC Group
02.2018 - 12.2021
LPN
Urology Out-Patient
05.2017 - 02.2018
LPN
Genesis Rehabilitation Services
10.2016 - 04.2017
Phlebotomist
Mon Health Medical Center
12.2010 - 08.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fairmont State University
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
MTEC
Lab Assistant - Phlebotomy
Pierpont Community And Technical College
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