LARA VARNHOLT

Currently searching for new opportunities to further expand my skills and experiences

• Supervised students during clinical rotations or other training activities
• Demonstrated patient care in clinical units of hospitals
• Prepared course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts
• Assessed student performance using written exams, practical demonstrations, and clinical evaluations
• Instructed classes on topics such as patient assessment, health promotion, maintenance, pathophysiology, pharmacology, evidence-based practice, informatics systems management, leadership, management skills development, legal, ethical issues related to healthcare delivery systems
• Evaluated and graded students' class work, laboratory and clinic work, assignments, and papers
• Taught students about medical terminology, anatomy, physiology and other topics relevant to field of study
• Assessed clinical education needs and patient and client teaching needed using variety of methods
• Collaborated with colleagues to address teaching and research issues
• Coordinated clinical experiences for nursing students at local hospitals and long-term care facilities
• Cooperated with medical and nursing personnel to evaluate and improve teaching and nursing practices
• Developed and implemented curriculum for nursing students to enhance their knowledge of medical terminology, pharmacology, and anatomy
• Utilized technology-enhanced instruction such as webinars and video conferencing for remote learning opportunities
• Analyzed data from surveys administered at the completion of each course to determine effectiveness of instruction methods.
• Established partnerships with external organizations to enhance resources and expertise available for research purposes.
• Managed complex databases to track progress of ongoing clinical studies effectively and efficiently.
• Developed new medical protocols for better patient outcomes in clinical trials.

• Researched new methods of promoting safety awareness within the workplace
• Performed risk assessments at various sites prior to project commencement
• Provided employee training on compliance related topics, policies, and procedures
• Maintained documentation of compliance activities, such as complaints received and investigation outcomes
• Developed, updated and maintained health and safety policies, procedures and programs
• Engaged with employees through one-on-one interactions about personal protective equipment
• Facilitated meetings between stakeholders to discuss health and safety topics relevant to their work environment.
• Mentored junior staff members in the principles of occupational health management, ensuring a strong pipeline of talent for future leadership roles.

• Evaluated patient care needs to prioritize treatment and maintain patient flow
• Created reports for physicians on symptoms, pain levels and changes in patient conditions
• Developed strong relationships with patients through compassionate communication techniques
• Provided emotional support to children experiencing medical challenges or life threatening illnesses
• Informed physician of patient's condition during procedures
• Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans
• Assessed, monitored and documented vital signs, growth parameters and patient progress
• Used computers to complete necessary patient charts and documentation on patients' progress
• Educated individuals and families on health education and disease prevention
• Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines to provide safe, effective patient care.