Lori Ober

• Review and analyze medical records for accuracy, completeness, and consistency
• Identified deviations in standards of care during patient assessments.
• Detect missing documentation, altered entries, or timeline gaps
• Created detailed chronologies/timelines of patient care to support case development.
• Summarize complex medical information into clear, concise reports
• Highlight key clinical events relevant to the case
• Collaborated with attorneys to translate medical terminology, enhancing understanding of injuries, treatments, and outcomes.
• Organized medical information for litigation, preparing exhibits and case strategy to facilitate legal proceedings.
• Research medical literature guidelines, and best practices

• Administered medications and monitored patient responses.
• Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
• Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
• Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
• Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
• Assisted physician with examinations, tests and procedures.
• Assisted in emergency procedures and critical care situations.
• Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for improved patient care.
• Advocated for patients' needs to ensure optimal support and resources within the healthcare system.
• Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
• Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes through systematic assessment.
• Provided patient-centered care in diverse medical settings.

• Monitored patients after anesthesia in recovery unit to ensure stable vital signs.
• Administer pain medications, antiemetics, and various BP medications to maintain stable hemodynamics
• Provide Pre/Post anesthesia care to a diverse population of mostly non English speaking patients
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Delivered direct patient care, stabilized patients, and assessed next steps for optimal recovery.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Utilized feedback and implemented process improvements to enhance safety and elevate patient satisfaction.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Provided mentorship to student nurses while teaching nursing best practices.

• Assist the Anesthesiologist in administering nerve block pre and post anesthesia to improve pain control
• Monitored vital signs, managed pain and nausea, taught post-operative care, and planned discharge.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Enabled patients to achieve speedy and sustained recovery through education and provision of essential tools.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication and conflict resolution, redirecting negative behaviors to enhance patient coping abilities.
• Collaborated with leadership to implement initiatives enhancing nursing satisfaction, retention, and morale.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.

• Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to recovery.
• Monitored patient pain levels and administered medication to diminish patient discomfort.
• Evaluated patients recovering from surgeries and coming out of anesthesia.
• Administered medications to manage anesthesia progression and alleviate side effects, supporting patient recovery.
• Educated patients and family members on side effects of surgery and anesthesia to enhance understanding and facilitate recovery.
• Administered treatment for identified deviations in cardio-respiratory systems.
• Performed flawless autonomous practice consistent with evidence-based standards and patient care considerations.
• Provided patients with tools and knowledge for expedited and sustained recovery following procedures.

Prepared patients for surgery, including C-section and hysterectomy cases, and provided post-anesthesia care to ensure safe recovery.

• Administered medications to manage progression off anesthesia medications, deal with side effects and promote recovery.
• Employed nursing best practices and clinical judgment to continuously evaluate patients' progress and employed intervention to achieve desired outcomes.
• Completed direct patient care tests to determine current conditions, responses and needs.
• Supported physicians completing patient examinations and procedures.
• Guided patients in recovery with tailored goals, facilitating independence and enhancing overall patient satisfaction.

• Travel nurse assignment at UMMC. My contract was extended and my assignment ends May 29, 2022. While at UMMC, I worked as a staff nurse in the Adult PACU. I was responsible for recovering mostly ICU. My responsibilities included managing ventilators, IV vasopressors, nitrates, and pain control post surgery
• Monitored and recorded patient conditions, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects to ensure timely interventions and optimal patient outcomes.
• Facilitated communication among physicians and clinical staff to ensure effective treatment and care continuity.
• Communicated effectively with physicians and provided support during surgical procedures.
• Facilitated strategic goals to enhance patient satisfaction and improve recovery outcomes through compassionate, precise, and high-quality nursing care.
• Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
• Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnoses, treatment options, disease processes, and management strategies to empower informed decision-making.
• Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.

• Checked vital signs, pain levels, incision site, temperature, and respirations upon arrival to PACU to ensure patient stability and comfort
• Utilized thorough knowledge of pain medication to assess and manage patient pain effectively
• Performed dressing changes, assisted with patient mobility, facilitated breathing exercises, and provided pain management
• Prioritized patient issues to deliver timely and effective care, enhancing overall patient recovery
• Maintained knowledge of advanced cardiac life support and acted effectively during cardiac emergencies.

• Proficient in all ICU/IMC units including medical, surgical, neuroscience, and heart/vascular
• Proficient in ED and PACU units
• Ensured proficiency in various nursing specialties to provide quality care
• Supported cardiac rehab operations during staffing shortage, ensuring continuity of patient care
• Contracted with MCS team for 1.5 years during staffing shortage, coordinating care as LVAD/Heart Transplant Coordinator
• Duties included managing inpatient and outpatient LVAD's, heart transplant, and heart failure patients
• Facilitated close collaboration among physicians, social workers, chaplains, and nurse practitioners.
• Evaluated patients in Heart clinic for LVAD infections, fluid overload, and LVAD device interrogation, enhancing patient monitoring
• Maintaining care of Total Assistive Heart patients

• Monitored life support equipment including ventilators, CRRT, swan catheters, and heart monitoring equipment to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Patient population consisted of MI's, CVA's, and other medical conditions requiring ICU level of care
• Recovering surgical procedures (CABG, vascular, neurosurgery, and orthopedic) requiring ICU level of care
• Ensured adherence to medical protocols to maintain high standards of patient care.
• Formulated personalized care plans for each patient.
• Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering resilience during critical medical challenges.

• Enhanced patient outcomes through careful monitoring of conditions and comprehensive support
• Contributed to team efficiency, optimal patient flow, and accuracy in treatments by maintaining accurate and detailed reports and records
• Delivered evidence-based, cost-effective care to every patient based on extensive experience in Hospice care
• Modified patients' treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and newphysician orders.
• Modified patients' treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and new physician orders.

• Administer chemotherapy to cancer patients
• Provided comprehensive care to cancer patients throughout treatment and recovery
• Continually observe conditions of patients and notify doctors of changes
• Educated patients and families on chemotherapy agents and their effects
• Provide emotional support to patients and their families
• Managed immediate and long-term side effects of chemotherapy to enhance patient comfort
• Assess cancer patients' ongoing physical, psychological, and spiritual needs and status
• Formulate and implement a care plan that is directed by concrete goals
• Strong advocate of patients needs to the interdisciplinary care team and family members