LORI FURR
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
- To maximize abilities and varied experiences as a licensed health care professional to promote health and well-being in the community served.
- A versatile and goal oriented professional.
- Over 32years of hands-on nursing experience.
- A strong background in Rehabilitation, Home Health and Marketing.
- Expertise working with the geriatric, mentally and physically challenged populations.
- Leadership and supervisory experience.
- Licensed Practical Nurse: (or equivalent LVN) Texas 2023-2025. Held LVN/LPN licenses in NV, TN, and KY.
- EMT 2009-2013.
- US Army Combat Medic 1989-2016
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health LVN
Ageless Living Home Health
07.2024 - Current
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining detailed documentation of patients'' health status, interventions, and outcomes.
- Supported patients during difficult transitions to home-based care, providing emotional support and practical guidance.
- Enhanced patient recovery process through effective communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
Clinic LVN
Mission of Mercy
11.2023 - 07.2024
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting in the coordination of patient appointments and scheduling.
- Ensured patient satisfaction through compassionate and attentive nursing care.
- Helped maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace to provide optimal patient care environments at all times.
- Aided physicians in conducting thorough physical examinations, providing essential support during clinical decision-making processes.
- Supported effective disease prevention efforts through routine immunization administration and patient education regarding vaccine schedules.
LVN/Office Nurse
Advanced Wellness and Weight Loss
09.2020 - 09.2023
- Health and wellness coach with focus on weight loss and nutrition, behavior/lifestyle modification to improve overall well being
- Varied vitamin injections given daily
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed time efficiently during busy shifts by multitasking effectively without compromising quality of care.
Care Transition Coordinator/LVN
Christus Spohn Home Care/LHC Group
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Streamlined the discharge process for patients, ensuring timely communication between healthcare providers and facilities.
- Provided exceptional support to families, delivering educational resources and assistance throughout the transition process.
Clinical Liaison/LVN
National Nursing and Rehab/Regency
02.2019 - 06.2019
- Liaison between Skilled Nursing facilities and Home Health Agency to ensure quality and safe return to the home environment
- Enriched patient experience by coordinating multidisciplinary team meetings to review individualized goals and progress updates regularly.
- Collaborated with marketing efforts to showcase facility strengths and attract new referral sources from local hospitals or community-based organizations.
- Enhanced care coordination by collaborating with healthcare providers, patients, and families to develop comprehensive care plans.
Case Manager/LVN
Christus Spohn Hospital Shoreline
06.2015 - 02.2019
- Management of complex admissions and discharges for patients in need of rehabilitation services, with emphasis on a family centered focus to facilitate a comprehensive and safe discharge to the community
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Texas A&M Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX01.2016
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, Texas01.2008
Nursing Graduate -
Madisonville Health Technology Center
Madisonville, KY01.1991
Graduate -
Artesia High School
Lakewood, CA01.1981
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Family Education
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Administration
- Clinical Documentation
- Ethical Practice
- Gastrointestinal Care
- Post-Surgical Care
- Pediatric Care
- Rehabilitation support
- Confidentiality
- Physical Assessment
Summaryofprofessionalqualifications
- Over 32 years of hands-on nursing experience.
- A strong background in Rehabilitation, Home Health and Marketing.
- Expertise working with the geriatric and mentally/physically challenged populations.
- Leadership and supervisory experience.
- Licensed Practical Nurse: (or equivalent LVN) Texas 01/21-12/23. I have also held LVN/LPN licenses in NV, TN, and KY.
- EMT 01/09-12/13.
Otherrelevantexperience
- LVN (M6) EMT-B, U.S. Army National Guard, 01/08-12/16
- Supervisor/LPN, Family to Family Connection New Baby Center, Las Vegas, NV, 01/99
- LPN (91C), U.S Army National Guard, 01/91-12/95
- Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support, 01/94
- Pharmacy Technician, U.S. Army, 01/94, Guatemala
- Combat Medic (91A), U.S. Army National Guard, 01/89, Paraguay
- Communications Specialist (36K), U.S. Army, 01/82-12/91
References
Upon request
Attributes
High energy, creative and compassionate professional with a strong desire to provide accurate, efficient and prompt medical care or services to patients in order to facilitate recovery or advocate for new and ongoing medical programs, equipment or services. Excels in attention to detail in all aspects of work, with excellent organizational skills through on-going documentation, follow-up, and record keeping.
Timeline
Home Health LVN
Ageless Living Home Health
07.2024 - Current
Clinic LVN
Mission of Mercy
11.2023 - 07.2024
LVN/Office Nurse
Advanced Wellness and Weight Loss
09.2020 - 09.2023
Care Transition Coordinator/LVN
Christus Spohn Home Care/LHC Group
09.2019 - 09.2020
Clinical Liaison/LVN
National Nursing and Rehab/Regency
02.2019 - 06.2019
Case Manager/LVN
Christus Spohn Hospital Shoreline
06.2015 - 02.2019
Del Mar College
Nursing Graduate -
Madisonville Health Technology Center
Graduate -
Artesia High School
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Texas A&M Corpus Christi
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