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Linda Lescanec

Registered Nurse
Lexington,SC

Summary

Patient-oriented Nurse with 32 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Heart Failure, Cardiac Care, and Rehabilitation specialty. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse Clinician

Northside Hospital Forsyth
07.2013 - 07.2023
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Taught patients and families how to manage illness and injury by explaining post-treatment care needs, diet and nutrition programs and proper medication self-administration procedures.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, safety protocols, EMR documentation and Core Measures expectations.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
  • Managed quality care for patients with Heart Failure and Coronary Artery Disease.
  • Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.

Registered Nurse

Lee Memorial Healthcare System
06.2003 - 07.2013
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.

Registered Nurse Clinical Liaison

The Drake Center Rehabilitation Hospital
09.1998 - 05.2003
  • Collected data about patient care problems and prepared reports.
  • Verified insurance coverage for patients and worked with clinic to schedule doctor visits and therapy sessions.
  • Evaluated patient histories, and current symptoms.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

Rehabilitation Registered Nurse

Health South Rehab
12.1992 - 08.1998
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.

Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery

Saint Lukes Hospital
12.1991 - 11.1992
  • Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
  • Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.

Pediatric Registered Nurse

The Children's Hospital
06.1991 - 12.1991
  • Provided basic educational services to parents and guardians on topics such as child growth and development and special needs.
  • Maintained continuous growth of professional knowledge and competencies through ongoing education opportunities.
  • Administered medications and treatments to pediatric patients to manage symptoms and promote healing.
  • Utilized nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Northern Kentucky University
1 Louie B. Nunn Drive, Highland Heights, KY

Skills

  • Infection Control Procedures
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Active Learning
  • Educational Strategies
  • Maintaining Patient Safety Standards
  • Patient Condition Reporting
  • Medical Histories and Vital Statistics collection
  • Atrial Fibrillation and STEMI recognition
  • IV start, Blood Draw and Sample Collection
  • Monitoring Vital Signs, Test Interpretations
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Update Electronic Charts and review
  • Immunizations and Vaccinations review and administration
  • Educational Programs for Heart Failure and Post Heart Cath

Languages

German
Limited Working

Timeline

Registered Nurse Clinician

Northside Hospital Forsyth
07.2013 - 07.2023

Registered Nurse

Lee Memorial Healthcare System
06.2003 - 07.2013

Registered Nurse Clinical Liaison

The Drake Center Rehabilitation Hospital
09.1998 - 05.2003

Rehabilitation Registered Nurse

Health South Rehab
12.1992 - 08.1998

Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery

Saint Lukes Hospital
12.1991 - 11.1992

Pediatric Registered Nurse

The Children's Hospital
06.1991 - 12.1991

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Northern Kentucky University

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