Kathi Crooks
Lawrenceville,PA
Summary
Cares for patients with exceptional clinical, interpersonal and time management abilities. Diligent about helping people of all backgrounds with diverse healthcare needs. Top skills in communication, medication administration and wound care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Broad Acres Nursing Home
Wellsboro, PA
12.2023 - Current
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
Direct Care Worker
Tempus Unlimited
Boston, MA
12.2016 - Current
- Responded promptly to emergency situations using sound judgment techniques.
- Performed basic first aid procedures when necessary.
- Promoted independence by teaching self-care skills such as dressing, hygiene and housekeeping tasks.
- Coordinated transportation for medical appointments and other errands.
- Assisted clients with daily activities, including meal preparation and medication administration.
- Maintained accurate records of all services provided to clients.
- Provided personal care to clients, such as bathing, grooming and toileting.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation, and family visits to maintain schedule.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxim Home Health Care
Williamsport, PA
06.2020 - 12.2023
- Monitored vital signs, including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure levels, as required by physician orders.
- Provided wound care management, including changing dressings and applying topical ointments, creams, and gels as prescribed by physicians.
- Observed changes in patient conditions that may require intervention or notification of a physician or supervisor.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure.
- Educated caregivers regarding proper administration of medications and treatments.
- Managed medical records of individual clients accurately and confidentially.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Provided referrals for community resources when appropriate for additional support or assistance.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Trained new home health nurses, sharing best practices and clinical expertise.
- Conducted telehealth visits, providing remote support and monitoring.
- Coordinated with physicians and healthcare teams to update patient progress and adjust care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and symptoms, adjusting care plans as necessary.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Aveanna Heathcare
Williamsport, PA
04.2020 - 12.2021
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
Rehabilitation Technician
BAYADA Habilitation
State College, PA
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive patient data in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Assessed patient needs and provided appropriate interventions based upon evaluation results.
- Instructed patients on how to use assistive devices such as wheelchairs, crutches, walkers, and canes.
- Maintained records of patient progress in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Helped patients follow through on physician-prescribed exercise routines at home or in a facility setting.
- Observed safety precautions when working around medical equipment or assisting patients with mobility issues.
- Collaborated with the healthcare team to ensure that all rehabilitation goals were met.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or other mobility device.
- Performed cleaning duties for the treatment area including disinfecting equipment after each use.
- Encouraged and motivated patients throughout the rehabilitation process.
- Maintained and prepared treatment areas, ensuring cleanliness and organization.
- Documented patient treatments, outcomes, and progress notes accurately.
Inside Business Development Representative
Signature Performance
Omaha, NE
03.2015 - 04.2018
- Developed and maintained relationships with potential customers to understand their business needs.
- Identified key decision makers within target companies and initiated contact with them.
- Researched target accounts to build a pipeline of qualified leads.
- Collaborated with sales team members to develop strategies for targeting new prospects.
- Responded quickly to inquiries from potential customers via phone or email.
- Conducted outreach activities, such as cold calling, emailing and attending networking events.
- Created and improved business pipeline using cold and warm techniques.
- Managed CRM database, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information on leads and clients.
- Worked closely with the sales team to develop strategies for achieving sales targets and increasing revenue.
Inside Sales Representative
Medical Data Systems Inc
Vero Beach, FL
06.2011 - 03.2015
- Conducted cold calls to generate new business leads.
- Researched customer needs and preferences to identify opportunities for new business.
- Generated leads through cold calling potential clients.
- Provided customers with product information, pricing and availability.
- Solicited feedback from customers on product features and service levels.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales volume.
- Worked in conjunction with outside sales representative to maintain and grow product sales.
- Collaborated with the marketing team to identify and pursue new sales leads and opportunities.
ER Technician
Williamsport Regional Medical Center
Williamsport, PA
09.2008 - 06.2011
- Provided emergency life-saving measures as needed for cardiac arrest, respiratory failure and shock victims.
- Provided patient care and monitored vital signs.
- Responded quickly to emergencies by utilizing appropriate assessment techniques, triage protocols and stabilization measures.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during transport of patients from one area to another.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies ensuring adequate stock was available at all times.
- Operated a variety of diagnostic equipment such as EKG's, oxygen saturation monitors, blood pressure cuffs, glucometers and pulse oximeters.
- Monitored patients' condition and reported changes in status or acuity to nurses.
- Took patients' vital signs, collected medical specimens and updated information in patient charts.
- Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
- Triaged patients to award priority to patients with more severe complications.
- Applied and educated patients on orthopedic devices like crutch walking.
- Stocked and replenished patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
- Collected blood samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
Education
Certificate - Nursing
Penn College At Wellsboro
Wellsboro, PA01-2020
High School Diploma -
Liberty Jr Sr High School
Liberty, PA06-1984
Skills
- Clinical Documentation
- Wound Care
- Physical Assessment
- Emergency Response
- Family Communication
- Patient Intake
- Catheter Care
- Diabetes management
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Medication Dispensing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Broad Acres Nursing Home
12.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxim Home Health Care
06.2020 - 12.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Aveanna Heathcare
04.2020 - 12.2021
Rehabilitation Technician
BAYADA Habilitation
08.2018 - 06.2020
Direct Care Worker
Tempus Unlimited
12.2016 - Current
Inside Business Development Representative
Signature Performance
03.2015 - 04.2018
Inside Sales Representative
Medical Data Systems Inc
06.2011 - 03.2015
ER Technician
Williamsport Regional Medical Center
09.2008 - 06.2011
Certificate - Nursing
Penn College At Wellsboro
High School Diploma -
Liberty Jr Sr High School
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