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Libbry D. Newport

Lodi,USA

Summary

Seasoned Registered Nurse with a robust background in cardiac electrophysiology and acute care, demonstrated through impactful roles at University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics and beyond. Expert in patient and family advocacy, and skilled in performing EKGs. Excelled in coordinating complex EP procedures, significantly enhancing patient care and support.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse. Cardiac Electrophysiology Nurse

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics
Madison, WI
11.2015 - Current
  • Work to coordinate EP procedures for patients, and provide pre- and post-procedure instructions.
  • Coordinate a variety of procedures, including EP studies, ablations, pacemaker and ICD implants, implantable loop recorders, and direct current cardioversions.
  • Also, do phone triage for patients who have electrophysiology-related questions or concerns related to their arrhythmia or implanted device.
  • Work closely with the device clinic and the electrophysiology procedure center staff in coordinating procedures and patient care.
  • Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.

Registered Nurse. Triage RN in Internal Medicine Clinic. Co-Charge Nurse

Dean St. Mary’s Clinic
Madison, WI
05.2013 - 11.2015
  • Worked in phone triage and did patient care including blood pressure checks, injections, health maintenance
  • In my role as charge nurse I was responsible for daily staffing assignments and taking care of patient and staff complaints and concerns

Registered Nurse on a Medical/Telemetry floor and also in the Emergency Room (ER)

Aurora West Allis Memorial Hospital
West Allis, WI
06.2007 - 05.2013
  • Work to promote good health and prevent illness on the ACE unit (Acute Care for the Elderly)
  • Frequently work with stroke patients
  • Telemetry and CPR Certified
  • Act as Charge/Resource RN for the floor, as well as precept new RN's, assist nursing students and supervise CNA's/PCA's
  • I was the 5th floor ACC chair since 01/2009
  • Perform assessments, vital signs, wound care, administer IV medications, tube feedings, wound vac's, along with providing excellent care to all patients, as well as the elderly and patients with dementia
  • Spent over two years also working in the Emergency Room – part of my responsibilities included being Charge Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Linden Grove Nursing Home
Waukesha, WI
03.2007 - 05.2007
  • Provide care to residents and carry out therapeutic and medical regimens
  • Perform assessments, vital signs and wound care
  • Assist the RN
  • Observe for physical and emotional changes, report observations to supervisor
  • Administer PO, IM and Sub-Q medications
  • Supervise CNA's

Licensed Practical Nurse

Lodi Good Samaritan Center
Lodi, WI
06.2002 - 04.2007
  • Provide care to residents and carry out therapeutic and medical regimens
  • Perform assessments, vital signs, and wound care
  • Assist the RN
  • Observe for physical and emotional changes, report observations to supervisor
  • Supervise CNA's

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lodi Good Samaritan Center
Lodi, WI
12.2002 - 06.2006
  • Assisted residents with ADL's, feed residents, changes linen, make beds, lift residents in and out of wheelchair and bed, use of mechanical lifts, observe residents for change and reports findings to supervisor

Dietary Assistant

Lodi Good Samaritan Center
Lodi, WI
06.2001 - 12.2002
  • Washed dishes, served meals to residents, set tables, minor food preparation and baking

Education

Associate Degree -

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College of Nursing
Fennimore, WI
05.2007

Diploma -

Lodi High School
Lodi, WI
05.2003

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

UW BSN At Home
Wisconsin- Online

Skills

  • Precepting
  • Documentation and charting
  • Family advocacy
  • Family and patient support
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Performing ekgs
  • Family education
  • Cardiac care
  • Appointment scheduling

Certification

Registered Nurse, 06/01/07

Timeline

Registered Nurse. Cardiac Electrophysiology Nurse

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics
11.2015 - Current

Registered Nurse. Triage RN in Internal Medicine Clinic. Co-Charge Nurse

Dean St. Mary’s Clinic
05.2013 - 11.2015

Registered Nurse on a Medical/Telemetry floor and also in the Emergency Room (ER)

Aurora West Allis Memorial Hospital
06.2007 - 05.2013

Licensed Practical Nurse

Linden Grove Nursing Home
03.2007 - 05.2007

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lodi Good Samaritan Center
12.2002 - 06.2006

Licensed Practical Nurse

Lodi Good Samaritan Center
06.2002 - 04.2007

Dietary Assistant

Lodi Good Samaritan Center
06.2001 - 12.2002

Associate Degree -

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College of Nursing

Diploma -

Lodi High School

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

UW BSN At Home
Libbry D. Newport