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Laurie Christopherson

Miles City,MT

Summary

I have worked in healthcare for 30+ years at various positions.

I am self motivated and hard working. I am well organized with good communication skills. I am willing to learn new tasks and a quick learner.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Activities Coordinator

Intermountain Healthcare
06.2021 - Current
  • Coordinated, planned, developed and implemented activities designed to enrich lives of residents.
  • Develop individualized plan of care for residents, by assessing the resident.
  • Direct the activity program to include scheduling of activities, both individual and group.
  • Enhanced participant engagement by incorporating creative activities and events into the daily schedule.
  • Schedules activities associates to coordinate staff need with program offerings and resident needs.


Health Unit Coordinator

Intermountain Healthcare
12.2009 - 06.2021
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Enhanced communication between medical staff by promptly answering phone calls, relaying messages, and responding to inquiries.
  • Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks, contributing to a well-organized and efficient unit environment.
  • Assembled and maintained patient medical records and other documents related to patient care.
  • Responded to patient call lights to expedite appropriate follow-through.

Certifies Medication Aide

Marian Estates Reece Center
01.2001 - 11.2008


  • Administered scheduled drugs under direct supervision of licensed nurse.
  • Reduced medication errors by maintaining accurate documentation of administered medications.
  • Supported nursing staff by monitoring patients for side effects or adverse reactions to medications.
  • Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Marian Estates Reece Center
03.1997 - 12.2001
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.

Caregiver Attendant

Westmont Hospitality Group
06.1994 - 11.1996
  • Managed household tasks efficiently, ensuring a clean and comfortable environment for patients.
  • Implemented strategies to prevent falls and accidents in the home setting, reducing risk of injury to patients.
  • Ensured patient safety through diligent monitoring and adherence to care plans.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education

Eastern Montana College
Billings, MT

High School Diploma -

Carter County High School
Ekalaka, MT
05-1982

Skills

  • Arts and crafts instruction
  • Resident support
  • Team building
  • Program Development
  • Multitasking
  • Safety Protocols
  • Staff Supervision

Timeline

Activities Coordinator

Intermountain Healthcare
06.2021 - Current

Health Unit Coordinator

Intermountain Healthcare
12.2009 - 06.2021

Certifies Medication Aide

Marian Estates Reece Center
01.2001 - 11.2008

Certified Nursing Assistant

Marian Estates Reece Center
03.1997 - 12.2001

Caregiver Attendant

Westmont Hospitality Group
06.1994 - 11.1996

Bachelor of Science - Education

Eastern Montana College

High School Diploma -

Carter County High School

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