Leshon Tuggle
Okmulgee,OK
Summary
Forward-thinking RN developing epidemiologic approach to preventing infections throughout healthcare systems. Skilled in evidence-based research to support control strategies. Dependable mentor with collaborative leadership skills to build solid relationships with hospital staff. Attentive Infection Preventionist promotes high-reliability safety culture by improving patient outcomes, reducing hospital-acquired infections and mitigating risk of occupational exposure to infectious disease. Leverages performance improvement to create safe environments. Possesses strong presentation and solid relationship building acumen.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Long Term Care Surveyor
Oklahoma State Department of Health
10.2024 - Current
- Review facility records and operational policies to ensure alignment with regulatory standards.
- Conduct on-site inspections, including interviews with staff and residents, to evaluate compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Assess patient rights and overall safety, ensuring that care environments support dignity and well-being.
- Investigate allegations of abuse or neglect, gathering evidence and documenting findings.
- Prepare detailed reports outlining identified deficiencies and recommending corrective actions to address non-compliance.
School Nurse
Okmulgee Public Schools
10.2023 - 10.2024
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
- Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Assessed students'' physical and emotional well-being during daily clinic visits, providing appropriate care or referrals as needed.
Infection Control Nurse
Okmulgee Terrace
01.2020 - 10.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to control specific disease entities and support quality initiatives.
- Consulted with local and state health departments to report infectious cases.
- Recognized areas for improved performance to protect employees, patients and visitors from infectious and communicable conditions.
- Delivered care and treatment reflective of appropriate infection control techniques and universal precautions.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
Pediatric Nurse
Muscogee (Creek) Nation
03.2017 - 10.2020
- Administered medications and therapies as prescribed by physicians.
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, disease management, wound management and equipment management.
- Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants.
- Helped pediatric patients understand and feel at ease with vaccines, tests and minor procedures.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehensible terminology.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - LPN To BSN
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Weatherford, OK07.2023
Licensed Practical Nursing - undefined
Green Country Technology Center
Okmulgee, OK12.2010
Associate of Science - undefined
Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology - Okmulgee
Okmulgee, OK08.2005
Skills
- SMQT Certified
- Clear Patient Communication
- Nursing Consultation
- Compassionate and Caring
- Accurate Documentation
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Preventive Healthcare
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Medical Supply Management
- Critical Thinking
- Decision Making
- Attention to Detail
- Test Interpretations
- Direct Patient Care
- Microsoft Office
- Infection Control Procedures
- Infection Control
- Treatment Recommendations
- Diagnostic Test Ordering
Certification
- SMQT certification
- Licensed registered nurse in Oklahoma
- CPR and First Aid certified
- Licensed practical nursing license in Oklahoma
Community Service
Participated with the town of Boley Oklahoma rendering first aid during motorcycle races., Worked the first aid tent during the Creek Nation Festival, Okmulgee Main Street Volunteer, Volunteered for Oklahoma State Games, Okmulgee Pecan Festival Logistics Volunteer, Co-Founder of Feed the Bulldogs, Okmulgee County Tournament Volunteer
Timeline
Licensed Long Term Care Surveyor
Oklahoma State Department of Health
10.2024 - Current
School Nurse
Okmulgee Public Schools
10.2023 - 10.2024
Infection Control Nurse
Okmulgee Terrace
01.2020 - 10.2023
Pediatric Nurse
Muscogee (Creek) Nation
03.2017 - 10.2020
Licensed Practical Nursing - undefined
Green Country Technology Center
Associate of Science - undefined
Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology - Okmulgee
Bachelor of Science - LPN To BSN
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
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