LAURENCE WALLACE
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Daisy Award Winner for work in Charleston VA Emergency Room, June 2016
VA Employee of the Month, Milwaukee VA March 2006
Retired Major, Army Nurse Corps
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Registered Nurse
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
07.2020 - Current
- Assessed patients' physical and mental status by analyzing complaints and symptoms.
- Evaluated, ordered and interpreted psychological evaluations and basic lab tests to assess and identify patients' conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
01.2012 - 06.2020
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Primary Care Registered Nurse
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
09.2005 - 01.2012
- Encouraged health-promoting behaviors to improve patient health and reverse disease.
- Educated patients on use and benefits of equipment such as home blood pressure cuffs and glucose meters.
- Evaluated and assessed phone calls from facilities, physician offices, hospitals and patients to handle urgent issues and prioritize care.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
06.2001 - 09.2005
- Contributed to 31-bed facility's top ranking in cardiovascular and thoracic patient care.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL05.2001
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI12.1988
Skills
- Patient Health Education
- Trauma Recovery
- Patient Examination
- Critical Thinking
ACLS Certification
Certified in ACLS, Rapid Sequence Intubation
Additional Information
Strong patient assessment and triage skills
Timeline
Mental Health Registered Nurse
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
07.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
01.2012 - 06.2020
Primary Care Registered Nurse
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
09.2005 - 01.2012
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
06.2001 - 09.2005
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
College of Lake County
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Central Michigan University
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