Lisa Marie Ann Joseph
Willits,CA
Summary
Motivated and dedicated Emergency Room Nurse, with over 8 years of experience. Strong background in emergency procedures, patient advocacy, and working as a team to provide positive patient outcomes. Seeking employment to continue providing excellent patient care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, Emergency Department
Sutter Roseville Medical Center
Roseville, CA
06.2023 - Current
- Assessed, monitored, and evaluated patient conditions to determine necessary interventions.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as EKGs and blood draws.
- Responded to codes and other emergency situations in a timely manner.
- Ensured compliance with all hospital policies and procedures related to emergency services.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality patient care standards.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation levels.
- Provided emotional support and reassurance to family members of critically ill patients.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
RN
Wellpath
Lakeport, CA
01.2023 - Current
- Assessed inmates for medical conditions and provided appropriate treatment.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse rate of inmates.
- Provided health counseling to inmates regarding nutrition, hygiene and other healthcare issues.
- Administered medications according to physician's orders in a timely manner.
- Conducted physical examinations on new inmates upon arrival at the jail.
- Identified potential mental health problems among inmates and referred them for further evaluation or treatment.
- Collaborated with physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists and other medical staff members to provide comprehensive healthcare services to inmates.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations involving injuries or illness from fights between inmates or attempted suicides.
- Provided emotional support to inmates who were struggling with mental health issues.
RN, Emergency Department
Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
Santa Rosa, California
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
LVN/RN
NaphCare
Ukiah, CA
02.2021 - 05.2023
- Developed and coordinated patient care plans for prisoners with COPD, diabetes or other chronic conditions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Assessed prisoners suffering injuries through falls, stabbings or other means and stabilized each prior to transport to nearest medical facility.
LVN, Emergency Department
Adventist Health Frank R. Howard Memorial
Willits, CA
10.2017 - 07.2022
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Worked with registered nurses to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to critical patients.
- Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
LVN, Emergency Department
Adventist Health Ukiah Valley
Ukiah, CA
10.2015 - 10.2017
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Supported criminal inquiries by reporting injuries and completing evidence collection kits.
Medical Assistant
Tedd Dawson, MD General Surgeon
Willits, CA
01.2013 - 10.2016
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
- Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
- Followed principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
- Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
- Held instruments and quickly handed to surgeon during procedures.
Phlebotomy Technician
Adventist Health Ukiah Valley
Ukiah, CA
05.2013 - 10.2015
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Screened prospective donors by conducting interviews, obtaining medical histories and measuring vital signs.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Mendocino College
Ukiah, CA05.2022
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Ukiah Adult School
Ukiah, CA05.2015
Skills
- Registered Nurse - 2022
- ACLS - 2022
- PALS - 2023
- NIHSS - 2023
- TNCC - 2024
- BLS Training - 2023
- Red Cross Disaster License - 2021
- Crisis Intervention I and II Training 2018 - 2019
- MVP 2016 Adventist Health Ukiah Valley ED
- Licensed Vocational Nurse - 2015
- IV Certification - 2015
- Clinical Excellence Award - 2015
- Proficient in EMR, Cerner, Epic
Additional Information
- References available upon request.
Timeline
RN, Emergency Department
Sutter Roseville Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
RN
Wellpath
01.2023 - Current
RN, Emergency Department
Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
07.2022 - 05.2023
LVN/RN
NaphCare
02.2021 - 05.2023
LVN, Emergency Department
Adventist Health Frank R. Howard Memorial
10.2017 - 07.2022
LVN, Emergency Department
Adventist Health Ukiah Valley
10.2015 - 10.2017
Phlebotomy Technician
Adventist Health Ukiah Valley
05.2013 - 10.2015
Medical Assistant
Tedd Dawson, MD General Surgeon
01.2013 - 10.2016
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Mendocino College
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Ukiah Adult School