Laura Ann Cook
Piedmont Augusta
North Augusta,SC
25
years of professional experience
Experienced RN and Care Manager with a strong background in care planning, case assessments, discharge planning, and service coordination. Known for accurate clinical documentation and smooth transitions of care.
Work History
Care Manager
4 Years 3 Months- Completed comprehensive assessments to identify medical, behavioral, and social needs.
- Coordinated patient discharge plans with interdisciplinary teams to support safe transitions of care.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and social services to resolve complex placement barriers.
- Documented care plans and progress notes in electronic health records with accuracy.
- Arranged community resources, post-acute services, and follow-up appointments for continuity of care.
Staff Registered Nurse
1 Year 11 Months- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized nursing interventions using clinical judgment and care protocols.
- Administered medications safely while monitoring for adverse reactions and therapeutic effectiveness.
- Documented assessments, treatments, and patient responses accurately in electronic medical records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary care teams to coordinate timely patient care and discharge planning.
- Mentored new nursing staff and supported unit workflow through consistent clinical leadership.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
Staff Registered Nurse
5 Years 1 Month- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and recovery instructions.
- Responded to urgent changes in patient status and initiated appropriate nursing actions.
- Reinforced infection control practices and maintained compliance with hospital safety standards.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Registered Nurse
8 Years 9 Months- Assessed patients, prioritized care, and implemented nursing interventions in high-acuity military treatment settings.
- Administered medications, monitored responses, and documented care accurately in electronic health records.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care plans with physicians, therapists, and support staff to improve patient outcomes.
- Triaged emergency cases, stabilized casualties, and supported rapid response during critical care situations.
Staff Registered Nurse
2 Years 1 Month- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of all relevant information related to patient progress, treatments administered and other pertinent data.
LPN
3 Years 11 Months- Administered medications and monitored patients for adverse reactions using BCMA and CPRS documentation.
- Assessed vital signs, pain levels, and clinical changes, reporting concerns to registered nurses and providers.
- Provided wound care, dressing changes, and infection-control support aligned with VA nursing protocols.
- Educated patients and families on medications, self-care routines, and discharge instructions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
- Dean's List Fall 2005, Spring 2006, Fall 2006, Spring 2007
- Sigma Theta Tau
Associate of Science - Nursing
Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Skills
Care planning
Case assessments
Clinical documentation
Service coordination
Medical chart documentation
Patient education
Discharge planning
Timeline
Care Manager
Piedmont Augusta
08.2022 - CurrentRead More
Staff Registered Nurse
Piedmont Augusta
09.2020 - 08.2022Read More
Staff Registered Nurse
Doctors
04.2015 - 05.2020Read More
Registered Nurse
United States Army
07.2007 - 04.2016Read More
Staff Registered Nurse
VA Medical Center
06.2005 - 07.2007Read More
LPN
VA Medical Center
08.2001 - 07.2005Read More
American International College
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Holyoke Community College
Associate of Science from Nursing
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Dean Technical School
Practical Nurse from Practical Nursing
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