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Laura Gillis

Bennington,VT

Summary

Dynamic Float Nurse at VA Bennington CBOC with expertise in patient/staff education and care coordination. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and improve patient outcomes through effective communication and team leadership. Skilled in electronic charting and conflict management, ensuring high-quality care and compliance with regulatory standards.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Float Nurse

VA Bennington CBOC
Bennington, VT
03.2025 - Current
  • Assessed and monitored vital signs, labs and other diagnostic tests for accuracy and effectiveness.
  • Identified potential risks associated with treatments and interventions provided to patients and took appropriate corrective action when necessary.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on delivering safe and high quality patient care.
  • Prepared equipment needed for examinations or treatments prior to patient arrival.
  • Educated family members about preventive healthcare measures for long term wellness management.
  • Performed accurate documentation in the electronic health record system, including progress notes, nursing assessments and discharge summaries.
  • Coordinated communication between multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes for patients.

Case Manager

Council on Aging
Bennington, VT
10.2024 - 03.2025
  • Assisted with applications for government benefits such as Medicaid or Social Security Disability Insurance.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment options.
  • Maintained accurate case records and documentation according to agency guidelines.
  • Conducted home visits to assess the safety of living environments for clients.
  • Assessed clients' needs, developed service plans and monitored progress towards goals.

Home Health RN Case Manager

VNA
Bennington, VT
07.2013 - 07.2024
  • Implemented strategies that improved operational efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Participated in strategic planning initiatives designed to improve overall operations.
  • Evaluated performance of individual nursing assistants against established standards.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements such as HIPAA and OSHA.
  • Provided guidance to staff on patient care, clinical practice, and professional development.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with staff members.
  • Provided ongoing education opportunities for staff regarding changes in policies and procedures.
  • Participated in the recruitment, interviewing, selection, orientation of new employees.
  • Received and investigated complaints from families, patients and clinical staff, devising solutions to multifaceted challenges.
  • Performed personnel interviewing, hiring, and disciplinary actions.
  • Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff.

Staff Nurse Med/surg

Southwestern Vermont Medical Center
Bennington, VT
07.2010 - 07.2013
  • Performed diagnostic tests such as blood draws, urine analysis and electrocardiograms.
  • Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
  • Utilized an electronic medical record system to store patient information securely.
  • Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
  • Provided direct patient care, including wound care and medication administration.
  • Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.

RN

Island Pond Health Center
Island Pond, VT
06.2009 - 06.2010
  • Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
  • Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
  • Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.

Hospital RN

Central Peninsula Hospital
Soldotna, AK
08.2005 - 05.2009
  • Performed diagnostic tests such as blood draws, urine analysis and electrocardiograms.
  • Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
  • Utilized an electronic medical record system to store patient information securely.
  • Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
  • Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
  • Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
  • Conducted patient education on medical treatments and procedures.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Weber State University
Ogden, UT
05-2005

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Aspen University
Denver, CO

Skills

  • Patient education
  • Effective communication
  • Team leadership
  • Care coordination
  • Patient education and advocacy
  • Electronic charting skills
  • Case management
  • Staff development
  • Staff leadership
  • Performance improvement
  • Staff supervision
  • Conflict management
  • Interviewing and hiring

Timeline

Float Nurse

VA Bennington CBOC
03.2025 - Current

Case Manager

Council on Aging
10.2024 - 03.2025

Home Health RN Case Manager

VNA
07.2013 - 07.2024

Staff Nurse Med/surg

Southwestern Vermont Medical Center
07.2010 - 07.2013

RN

Island Pond Health Center
06.2009 - 06.2010

Hospital RN

Central Peninsula Hospital
08.2005 - 05.2009

Associate of Science - Nursing

Weber State University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Aspen University

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