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Laken Chain

Chillicothe,OH

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with a progressive career history in direct patient care. Skilled in providing quality care and exceptional clinical judgement in a fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Adena Health System
09.2017 - Current

Allergy:

  • Educates patients and caregivers of symptom management, care instructions, safe medication use and disease management.
  • Directly observes and documents anaphylaxis following immunotherapy.
  • Mixes immunotherapy vials
  • Administers immunotherapy and biologics.
  • Completes Prior Authorization for biologics and SCIG/IVIG
  • Triage
  • Reviews policies and procedures and updates accordingly
  • Provides education and training to current and new staff.
  • Orders Allergens, Clinic administered medications and supplies
  • Collaborates with leadership to devise initiatives for improving patient safety, caregiver satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Conducts Huddles
  • Provides exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
  • Epic and Rosch superuser


2North:

  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Collaborated with physicians and other multi-disciplinary teams to plan for discharge and provide patient resources.

Registered Nurse-ICU

Berger Health System
12.2016 - 08.2017
  • Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
  • Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Chillicothe VA Medical Center
09.2013 - 12.2016
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Completed patient count per facility policy.
  • Conducted classes focusing on psychosocial well-being.


Certified Pharmacy Technician

Bartley's Discount Pharmacy
08.2004 - 09.2014
  • Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, refill authorizations, and patient information.
  • Helped pharmacist clear problematic prescriptions and address customer questions to keep pharmacy efficient.
  • Reviewed and verified customer information and insurance provider information.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Counted, measured and compounded medications following standard procedures.
  • Restocked pharmacy shelves with current merchandise to drive consistent peripheral sales.
  • Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
  • Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
  • Worked with computerized and automated systems for dispensing medications and editing new patient profiles.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Ohio University
Chillicothe, OH
07.2016

Practical Nursing

Pike County Career Technology Center
Piketon, OH
07.2013

High School Diploma -

Waverly High School
Waverly, OH
05.2007

Skills

  • Critical Care
  • Care Planning
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Precepting
  • Clinical judgment
  • Team Coordination
  • Administering immunotherapy and biologics
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Strong Clinical Judgment

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Adena Health System
09.2017 - Current

Registered Nurse-ICU

Berger Health System
12.2016 - 08.2017

Licensed Practical Nurse

Chillicothe VA Medical Center
09.2013 - 12.2016

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Bartley's Discount Pharmacy
08.2004 - 09.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Ohio University

Practical Nursing

Pike County Career Technology Center

High School Diploma -

Waverly High School
Laken Chain