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Laura Statesman

Huber Heights

Summary

Highly motivated and dedicated critical care registered nurse seeking a full-time role in the Mental Health Clinic's Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program (BHIP) Team. Committed to providing exceptional direct patient care in a fast-paced environment, excelling at remaining calm under pressure and effectively managing difficult patients and high-stress situations. Proven ability to multitask and prioritize workloads independently, consistently delivering superior performance at both individual and team levels. Building strong relationships with patients and their families through empathetic communication and a respectful attitude. Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Burn Intensive Care Unit

Miami Valley Hospital
02.2022 - Current
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Utilize critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Provided support for patients' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control the situations and to redirect negative behaviors.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.

Medical Assistant

Providence Medical Group
04.2019 - 02.2021
  • Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication and supporting patient well-being, providing empathetic care and addressing concerns with sensitivity that foster trust in the clinic's commitment to quality care
  • Collaborate with medical and administrative personnel to maintain a patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment
  • Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, explain procedures, and effectively addressing concerns, reduce anxieties, and increase patient cooperation.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in taking patient to exam rooms, field questions, medical history and vital signs, as well as in performing diagnostic procedures and ancillary tests (e.g., EKGs, glucose monitoring, urinalysis, drug testing, strep and flu swabs), and preparing for physician examinations.
  • Performed injections and phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Call and fax pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depletion
  • Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
  • Conducted patient follow-up calls to monitor treatment progress and answer questions.
  • Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies..

Medical Assistant

Hometown Urgent Care
04.2017 - 12.2017
  • Assisted physicians and physician assistants in ensuring optimal patient care and smooth daily functioning of an urgent care.
  • Improved patient satisfaction, efficiently managing appointment schedules and reducing wait times by swiftly verifying coverage
  • Efficient handling of administrative duties (e.g., answering phones, scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, patient processing, and data entry) that allowed physicians and physician assistants to focus on health concerns of their patients
  • Demonstrated proficiency in directing patients to exam rooms, taking patients medical history and vital signs, as well as in performing diagnostic procedures and ancillary tests (e.g., EKGs, glucose monitoring, urinalysis, drug testing, strep and flu swabs), and prepare for physician examinations.
  • Documented medical information for DOT, employment, and school physicals
  • Ensured cleanliness, sanitation and maintenance of facility, exam rooms, and equipment
  • Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.

Medical Assistant

Digestive Consultants
04.2009 - 03.2010
  • Collaborated with three physicians, as well as physician assistants, in a fast-paced gastroenterology office to provide quality patient care and ensure optimal daily functioning of the office
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, collected and documented vitals and chief complaints and prepared for physician examinations
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens (e.g., Capsule endoscopy, glucose monitoring, hem occults)
  • Arranged surgeries with a surgical center, confirming times with patients and educating patients for preparing for colonoscopies and EGDs
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills
  • Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
  • Restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Optimized appointment scheduling processes to minimize conflicts and maximize physician availability for patients.
  • Reduced wait times by swiftly processing insurance claims, verifying coverage, and obtaining pre-authorizations when necessary.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH
12.2021

Associate of Science - Health Sciences

Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH
08.2019

Certificate Electrocardiograph Technology -

Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH
08.2019

Medical Assisting -

St. Augustine School For Medical Assisting
Atlanta, GA
01.2005

Skills

  • Licensed RN Patient-focused direct Critical care
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Knowledge of EKG rhythm interpretation
  • Medication Administration (PO, IM, SQ, IV, IVPB)
  • Burn, wound, Tracheostomy and Laryngectomy care
  • Infection control measures
  • EMR Systems
  • Precepting
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Professional bedside manner

Accomplishments

  • Successfully provided quality care to 5 patients in fast-paced environment.
  • Documentation Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
  • Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements.

Certification


  • Licensed Registered Nurse
  • ACLS - Advanced Care Life Support
  • BLS- Basic Life Support

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Burn Intensive Care Unit

Miami Valley Hospital
02.2022 - Current

Medical Assistant

Providence Medical Group
04.2019 - 02.2021

Medical Assistant

Hometown Urgent Care
04.2017 - 12.2017

Medical Assistant

Digestive Consultants
04.2009 - 03.2010

Associate of Science - Health Sciences

Sinclair Community College

Associate of Science - Nursing

Sinclair Community College

Certificate Electrocardiograph Technology -

Sinclair Community College

Medical Assisting -

St. Augustine School For Medical Assisting

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