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Lauren Frey

New Philadelphia,OH

Summary

Skilled nursing professional with 10 years of experience and passion for providing quality care based on current best practices. Compassionate and empathetic advocate for patients and families. Skillfully assesses health status, collaborates with providers, and manages care for patients with acute and chronic concerns. Experienced in structured and unstructured environments, smoothly coordinating multiple activities and competing priorities.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Visit Nurse

Advantage Home Health
07.2022 - 03.2023
  • Coordinated and consulted with members of the healthcare team to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Implemented patient-specific interventions to decrease risk of disease exacerbation.
  • Assessed home situations of patients to recommend parameters to best meet identified needs.
  • Used Kinnser system to assess, monitor and document patient progress, symptoms and vital signs, reporting any concerns to assigned doctor.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Educated patients and families regarding disease processes, interventions and lifestyle changes.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.

Registered Nurse

Aultman EP Lab
11.2021 - 07.2022
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Administered diagnostic angiograms, injecting intravenous dye for x-ray examination and using catheters to introduce tools needed for medical treatments.
  • Supported healthcare team by maintaining responsibility for electrocardiogram monitoring, defibrillation and cardio rehabilitation training.
  • Delivered 3D mapping, therapeutic ablative procedures with both radio frequency and cryoablation and CRT rhythm management procedures.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Assisted physician performing surgical procedures while maintaining sterile technique.

Float Pool RN and Safety Officer

Oasis Surgery Center
06.2020 - 10.2021
  • Improved recovery by educating patients and caregivers on proper at-home care and treatment regimens
  • Administered oxygen and monitored respiratory performance and stability
  • Conducted accurate chart updates in computer system
  • Stabilized patients experiencing emergency complications and decompensations
  • Managed smooth patient flows for unit, handled admissions, and processed discharge paperwork
  • Worked closely with physicians, surgeons, and nursing staff as part of unit team
  • Managed direct care of patients, including conducting assessments and documenting care activities
  • Worked to continuously analyze and improve patient safety at the facility

Registered Nurse

Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital
10.2017 - 06.2020
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Stabilized critically ill and injured patients with life-saving measures
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Minimized patient wait times and ER load, streamlining throughput to decrease time between admissions and floor placement
  • Prioritized care by triaging incoming patients to determine severity of concerns
  • Assisted family members with understanding patients' conditions and providing necessary support
  • Protected patients with careful monitoring and regular observations, documenting conditions and addressing concerns quickly
  • Addressed needs of patients with strokes, traumatic injuries, and myocardial infarctions
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Advocated for patient needs in time-sensitive emergency situations
  • Treated patients with mental health issues alongside multidisciplinary team.

Registered Nurse

Mercy Allen Emergency Department
11.2016 - 10.2017
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.

RN Case Manager

Visiting Nurses Association
10.2015 - 11.2016
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
  • Completed OASIS assessments thoroughly and in a timely manner
  • Used critical nursing judgment to determine when to contact the physician or seek emergency medical evaluation
  • Assisted patients and families in establishing patient-specific goals, removing barriers, and improving resource utilization.

Registered Nurse

Cleveland Clinic Euclid Emergency Department
11.2013 - 10.2015
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Kent State University
Kent, OH
05.2013

Skills

  • Care Plan Implementation
  • Medication Administration
  • Wound Care
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Best Practices and Standards
  • Condition Management
  • Clear Patient Communication
  • Patient and Family Advocacy
  • Diagnostic Tools Knowledge
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Maintaining Patient Safety Standards
  • Judgment and Decision-Making

Certification

  • CEN - Certified Emergency Nurse

Timeline

Visit Nurse

Advantage Home Health
07.2022 - 03.2023

Registered Nurse

Aultman EP Lab
11.2021 - 07.2022

Float Pool RN and Safety Officer

Oasis Surgery Center
06.2020 - 10.2021

Registered Nurse

Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital
10.2017 - 06.2020

Registered Nurse

Mercy Allen Emergency Department
11.2016 - 10.2017

RN Case Manager

Visiting Nurses Association
10.2015 - 11.2016

Registered Nurse

Cleveland Clinic Euclid Emergency Department
11.2013 - 10.2015

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Kent State University

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