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Leah Caskey

Visalia,CA

Summary

Passionate Nurse with demonstrated experience in hospital settings. Proven ability to build strong relationships with patients and families while providing compassionate care. Offers strong task prioritization and organizational skills.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Vocational Nurse ER

Adventist Health Hanford
Hanford , CA
04.2023 - Current
  • Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any unusual findings to supervising physician or registered nurse.
  • Implemented infection control measures per facility policy.
  • Prepared patient rooms for examination, including stocking supplies and ensuring cleanliness.
  • Maintained accurate patient records documenting treatments, medications administered and other pertinent information.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
  • Administered prescribed medications under the direction of a physician or RN.

Labor and Delivery Surgical Technologist Lead

Adventist Health Tulare
Tulare , CA
08.2019 - 04.2023
  • Verified accuracy of counts taken at end of each case against initial count taken at start of procedure.
  • Participated in drills for emergency situations such as maternal or fetal distress during labor and delivery.
  • Performed scrub duties including selecting supplies from the sterile supply room, preparing sutures and sponges prior to surgery, and maintaining aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
  • Maintained a sterile field by setting up instruments, passing instruments to the surgeon, and ensuring the correct tools were available for each procedure.
  • Restocked supplies used during labor and delivery procedures following completion of each case.
  • Scrubbed arms and hands and assisted surgical team with scrubbing, masks and surgical clothing.

Labor and Delivery Surgical Technologist

Adventist Health CVGH/Hanford
Hanford , CA
01.2012 - 08.2019
  • Responded quickly to emergencies such as fetal distress or maternal hemorrhage during surgery.
  • Performed scrub duties including selecting supplies from the sterile supply room, preparing sutures and sponges prior to surgery, and maintaining aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
  • Maintained a sterile field by setting up instruments, passing instruments to the surgeon, and ensuring the correct tools were available for each procedure.
  • Restocked supplies used during labor and delivery procedures following completion of each case.
  • Participated in drills for emergency situations such as maternal or fetal distress during labor and delivery.

Licensed Vocational Nurse OB

Adventist Health Hanford CVGH
Hanford , CA
01.2010 - 02.2012
  • Provided emotional support to postpartum women during recovery period.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments, medications, progress notes.
  • Educated patients about newborn safety practices, such as car seat installation and safe sleep habits.
  • Provided guidance to new mothers on breastfeeding techniques, nutrition, and infant care.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by doctors.
  • Instructed new mothers on proper wound care after delivery.

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Licensed Vocational Nurse- Employee Health Nurse

Adventist Health Hanford
Hanford, CA
05.2003 - 01.2010
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving illnesses or injuries that occur in the workplace.
  • Provided first aid treatment as needed for minor injuries sustained in the workplace.
  • Maintained accurate medical files for all employees in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, ordering supplies, filing paperwork, and maintaining patient records.
  • Monitored employee immunization records and administered necessary vaccinations.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Adventist Health CVGH
Hanford, CA
04.1999 - 05.2003
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
  • Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving pregnant women or newborn infants according to protocol.
  • Educated new mothers about infant care such as diapering, feeding techniques, swaddling.
  • Instructed families on proper use of equipment such as breast pumps and other breastfeeding supplies.
  • Assisted with postpartum care including helping mothers shower after delivery, changing bed linens, checking maternal vital signs.

Education

LVN Nursing Education

Hanford Adult School
Hanford, CA
01-2003

High School Diploma -

Hanford High School
Hanford, CA
06-1997

Some College (No Degree) - Associate of Science in Nursing

College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CA

Skills

  • Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certification
  • Patient Care
  • Organizational Abilities
  • Surgical Assistance

Certification

  • California Licensed Vocational Nurse
  • Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certified
  • OB Tech Certification

Timeline

Licensed Vocational Nurse ER

Adventist Health Hanford
04.2023 - Current

Labor and Delivery Surgical Technologist Lead

Adventist Health Tulare
08.2019 - 04.2023

Labor and Delivery Surgical Technologist

Adventist Health CVGH/Hanford
01.2012 - 08.2019

Licensed Vocational Nurse OB

Adventist Health Hanford CVGH
01.2010 - 02.2012

Licensed Vocational Nurse- Employee Health Nurse

Adventist Health Hanford
05.2003 - 01.2010

Certified Nursing Assistant

Adventist Health CVGH
04.1999 - 05.2003

LVN Nursing Education

Hanford Adult School

High School Diploma -

Hanford High School

Some College (No Degree) - Associate of Science in Nursing

College of The Sequoias
Leah Caskey