Lori Barlow
Licensed Practical Nurse
Tulsa,OK
Summary
Devoted LPN who takes great pride in providing the best service and care to her patients. One year of experience working as a Charge Nurse in a Skilled Nursing facility, with time also spent working LTC floor and Covid wing. My ability to work different areas with relative ease is a great asset. With many years spent working in an office environment in various managerial roles, I understand how to interact with people and how to deal with conflict all while remaining professional. Excellent reputation for working hard and being a team player. Motivated to grow, learn and excel in the field of Nursing.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse - LPN
Diakonos Group
Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
04.2020 - Current
- Oversaw daily rounds to assess patient conditions and distribute medications to patients.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions and response to treatments using Point Click Care..
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Took samples such as blood and urine to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Delivered oral medications, intramuscular injections and IV fluids to mitigate or resolve patient symptoms.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
Hospice Aide
Evergreen Health
Tulsa, Oklahoma
10.2019 - 01.2020
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Positioned patients to provide comfort and promote better body alignment.
Accountant
Pineapple Advertising
Tulsa, Oklahoma
04.2008 - 10.2019
- Managed entire accounting cycle, including gathering information, preparing documents, finalizing reports and closing books.
- Collected and arranged financial information and entered details into Quickbooks financial management system.
- Gathered important tax-related information, including taxable income, deductibles and allowance information.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Northeast Technology Center - Claremore
Claremore, OK 01.2019 - 04.2020
Associate of Science - Accounting
Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College
Miami, OK 08.1992 - 05.1994
Skills
Excellent work ethic
Good listening skills
Verbal and written communication
Patient Management
Direct Patient Care
Chronic disease management
EMR / EHR
Inpatient care
Timeline
Charge Nurse - LPN
Diakonos Group
04.2020 - Current
Hospice Aide
Evergreen Health
10.2019 - 01.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Northeast Technology Center - Claremore
01.2019 - 04.2020
Accountant
Pineapple Advertising
04.2008 - 10.2019
Associate of Science - Accounting
Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College
08.1992 - 05.1994