- Adventure Travel
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- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Bread Making
Lisa Pickrel
Queen Creek,AZ.
Summary
Qualified RN, MSN CNE with a hands-on experience in nurse education, acute care/telemetry, home care and school nursing with a talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong understanding of pathophysiology and foundations of nursing. Demonstrates problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks as well as ability to utilize critical thinking and effective communication to foster a dynamic educational environment. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Professor & Nurse Educator
Gavilan Community College
02.2021 - Current
- Taught in person and asynchronous general education courses at post-secondary college transferable to state college and universities.
- Lectured and performed clinical theory to RN & LVN inclusive of Pathophysiology, Clinical Pharmacology, NCLEX-RN Review, Fundamentals of Nursing, & Nursing Practice.
- Strong focus on providing Adult Learning Theory to achieve student-centered learning with adhering to approved curriculum and content mapping.
- Actively involved with student's class discussions designed to show proof of learning.
- Promptly responded to any student inquiries and prioritized availability for mentoring and/or tutoring.
- Managed student course schedules, theory development and delivery. Created syllabi, quizzes, Exams, project assignments & rubrics. Grades and course surveys.
- Provided cultural awareness and reviewed any bias with course content and delivery.
- Identified gaps within course curriculum and made adjustments as determined.
- Created and implemented education to acute care staff for RN Board approved CE units delivered via online & in person
- Comfortable with Canvas and Blackboard, PowerPoint, Excel & Word, EPIC, ARCIS, Kinnser/WellSky, CareStitch
Home Health RN Case Manager
Sunrise Health & Hospice
05.2024 - 11.2024
- Managed complex caseloads efficiently by prioritizing tasks, delegating responsibilities to support staff, and maintaining detailed records.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care, addressing concerns, and advocating for their needs.
- Expedited wound healing using advanced wound care techniques such as negative pressure therapy or hydrocolloid dressings when appropriate.
- Prevented complications from chronic illnesses like diabetes or heart failure through targeted patient education initiatives tailored to individual needs.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through diligent monitoring of patients'' progress and timely interventions in-home settings.
- Streamlined communication with physicians, ensuring accurate documentation and prompt updates on patient conditions.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by developing personalized care plans and coordinating interdisciplinary team collaboration.
Telemetry RN
RN, Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
03.2019 - 11.2023
- Medical, Surgical, Telemetry, Adult & Pediatric Unit
- Used high level of assessment and implemented plan of care for a wide variety of medical conditions within a high population of patients with mental health, substance abuse and homelessness
- Strong IV, PICC, central line and chest port assessment, infusions, and maintenance skills
- Followed hospital process and procedures, maintained infection control, and utilized evidence-based practice
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and awareness
- On time, organized and worked well with other staff
- Collaborated across disciplines to coordinate disposition, referral and psychosocial support needs.
- Utilized specialized Phillips equipment to track and monitor patients' cardiac rhythm
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Code Team
RN Telemetry Medical Surgical
RN- Verity Health Saint Louise Regional Hospital
12.2016 - 03.2019
- Managed care for adult and pediatric telemetry, post-operative, and acutely medically ill patients.
- Recognized cardiac rhythm abnormalities with the ability to recognize decline in patient status to seek proper interventions
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Managed caseload of 5 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Provided all types of acute care treatments and managed high flow O2 & BiPap patients
- Assisted in bedside procedures with physicians
- Maintained and implemented infection protocols
- Adhered to facility process and procedures, utilized evidence-based practice, and worked as team player
- Volunteered for patient satisfaction committee to help with post hospital survey scores
- Code Team
- Proficient with Arcus & Epic EMR.
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Pediatric Nurse/ Diabetic Care
Morgan Hill Unified School District
10.2012 - 06.2015
- Provided total diabetic care and education to pediatric patients and their families
- Assessed various injuries and illness and provided medical intervention.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
School Nurse LVN and Office Manager
Pacific West Christian Academy
03.2003 - 06.2012
- Worked at private school utilizing communication, problem solving, and assessment skills
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Managed office operations while scheduling appointments for department managers.
- Coordinated special projects and managed schedules.
- Reported to senior management on organizational performance and progress toward goals.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Administering first aid
- Strong computer/office equipment skills
- Proficient in Word, Excel, and Office.
- Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
Home Health LVN
Nurses Unlimited/ LVN, Pediatric Respiratory Home Care
07.1994 - 07.1996
- Care to ventilator/tracheostomy, wheelchair bound pediatric patient
- Strong assessment skills, ventilator knowledge, prevention of infection, vigilance against skin breakdown and respiratory treatment administration.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Helped long-term care residents with ADL's
LVN Corrections Nurse
Monterey County Jail/ LVN
06.1993 - 07.1994
- Worked in a high stress facility utilizing safety and violence prevention protocols
- Accurately administering medication to large population
- Used nursing psychology and de-escalation skills daily
- Assessed inmates when entered facility and set up proper care including detox regimens
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Education
Public Health Nurse- Certification -
West Coast University
04.2022
Master’s - Science of Nursing – Nurse Educator
West Coast University
12.2020
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Gavilan College
05.2016
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nurse LVN
CCOC
05.1993
Skills
- MSN Certified Nurse Educator
- Curriculum Creation/Course Planning
- Patient & Family education
- Acute care expertise
- Medication/IV administration/Telemetry monitoring
- Precepting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Wound care
- Chronic disease management/Diabetes management
- Pediatric School Nursing
- Cultural Awareness and Diversity
Additional Information
- LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS ,
- Registered Nurse - License AZ# 291776 Expires: 04/01/2027.
- MSN Nurse Educator -West Coast University- 12/2020. GPA 4.0
- Public Health Nurse West Coast University 4/2022, GPA 4.0
- ACLS, PALS, BLS, NIHSS Certification, EKG Arrythmia Course, Wound Staging Course, IV
- Mandatory reporter certification
- Sexual Harassment and Abusive Conduct Prevention certificate
- Workplace Violence Prevention, Implicit Bias course completion
- Health Impact Benner Institute Clinical Faculty Development certificate
Interests
Timeline
Home Health RN Case Manager
Sunrise Health & Hospice
05.2024 - 11.2024
Adjunct Professor & Nurse Educator
Gavilan Community College
02.2021 - Current
Telemetry RN
RN, Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
03.2019 - 11.2023
RN Telemetry Medical Surgical
RN- Verity Health Saint Louise Regional Hospital
12.2016 - 03.2019
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Pediatric Nurse/ Diabetic Care
Morgan Hill Unified School District
10.2012 - 06.2015
School Nurse LVN and Office Manager
Pacific West Christian Academy
03.2003 - 06.2012
Home Health LVN
Nurses Unlimited/ LVN, Pediatric Respiratory Home Care
07.1994 - 07.1996
LVN Corrections Nurse
Monterey County Jail/ LVN
06.1993 - 07.1994
Master’s - Science of Nursing – Nurse Educator
West Coast University
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nurse LVN
CCOC
Public Health Nurse- Certification -
West Coast University
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Gavilan College
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