Laurie Allen
West Frankfort,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented Registered Nurse with extensive clinical experience and a strong understanding of healthcare regulations, compliance standards, and quality improvement processes. Committed to upholding quality standards and improving healthcare delivery systems.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Health RN Supervisor
Franklin-Williamson Bi-County Health Department
Marion, IL
12.2019 - Current
- Provided extensive materials and answered questions from public during COVID-19 disease outbreak, while advising on protective measures.
- Coordinated immunization clinics and community outreach.
- Educated community members about health related issues.
- Developed and streamlined systems for monitoring and tracking program effectiveness.
- Wrote summaries, reports and other correspondence regarding community outreach efforts.
- Supervised performance of 8 clinical staff, identifying areas requiring immediate improvement.
- Collected, organized and disseminated quality data from multiple sources.
- Responsible for hiring and evaluation of employees.
- Responsible for ordering all clinic supplies and tracking inventory.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines
- Help implement and train on new EMR
Adjunct Faculty Instructor/CNA Program
John A Logan College
Carterville, IL
03.2022 - 12.2023
- Organizing and teaching classes as assigned by Program Coordinator.
- Build knowledge and develop clinical skills aimed at assisting students to obtain CNA license.
- Communicate effectively with students, and others affiliated with course.
Public Health RN
Franklin-Williamson Bi-County Health Department
Marion, IL
10.2015 - 12.2019
- Reviewed patient records for unusual issues, cluster infections and known pathogens so that outbreaks could be remedied quickly.
- Safely administered vaccinations, providing education to customers on vaccines, dosage, indications, precautions, contraindications and potential side effects.
- Worked with individuals to determine specific needs based on general tests and refer them to other community resources.
- Assessed and responded to individual and community health education needs.
WIC FCM RN
Franklin-Williamson Bi-County Health Department
Benton, IL
07.2003 - 10.2015
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy for FCM and WIC audits.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on nutrition, development, safety and made referrals to community agencies.
- Followed high risk infants through APORS program and responsible for tracking and management of program.
- Certified lactation consultant and assisted new moms with breast feeding.
- Certified car seat technician and arranged and taught car seat classes.
Home Health RN
Franklin-Williamson Bi-County Health Department
Marion, IL
10.1999 - 06.2003
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Assessed patients' health status and developed individualized care plans to suit needs.
- Developed and implemented discharge plans to promote continued care after discharge.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
- Audited charts to prepare for surveys.
Staff RN
UMWA Union Hospital
West Frankfort, IL
06.1995 - 10.1999
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies, and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL07.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
John A. Logan College
Carterville, IL05.1995
Skills
- Consistent Follow Through
- Documentation Procedures Expertise
- Promoting Healthy Habits
- Case Management
- Data collection and management
- Communication
Timeline
Adjunct Faculty Instructor/CNA Program
John A Logan College
03.2022 - 12.2023
Public Health RN Supervisor
Franklin-Williamson Bi-County Health Department
12.2019 - Current
Public Health RN
Franklin-Williamson Bi-County Health Department
10.2015 - 12.2019
WIC FCM RN
Franklin-Williamson Bi-County Health Department
07.2003 - 10.2015
Home Health RN
Franklin-Williamson Bi-County Health Department
10.1999 - 06.2003
Staff RN
UMWA Union Hospital
06.1995 - 10.1999
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science - Nursing
John A. Logan College