Lori Ober

• Review and analyze medical records for accuracy, completeness, and consistency
• Identified deviations in standards of care during patient assessments, contributing to improved case evaluations.
• Identified missing documentation and discrepancies in patient records.
• 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, clarifying complexities of injuries, treatments, and outcomes for better case understanding.
• Organized medical information for litigation, preparing exhibits and case strategies that streamlined legal proceedings.
• Research medical literature guidelines, and best practices
• Analyzed complex medical records to identify critical information for legal cases.
• Collaborated with attorneys to develop effective case strategies based on thorough medical evaluations.

• Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure effectiveness and safety.
• 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 and implement treatment plans that enhanced 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.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives to systematically assess and improve patient outcomes.

• Provide Pre/Post anesthesia care to a diverse population of mostly non-English speaking patients
• Monitored patients after anesthesia in recovery unit to ensure stable vital signs.
• Provided pre/post anesthesia care to diverse, primarily non-English speaking patients, ensuring effective communication and understanding of care.
• 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.
• Utilized feedback to implement process improvements that enhanced safety and increased patient satisfaction levels.
• Trained new nurses in techniques and safety protocols, fostering adherence to care standards and operational procedures.

• Assist the Anesthesiologist in administering nerve block pre and post anesthesia to improve pain control
• Monitored vital signs, managed pain and nausea, provided post-operative care education, and coordinated discharge planning.
• Monitored vital signs, managed pain and nausea, taught post-operative care, and planned discharge.
• Educated patients and provided essential tools to facilitate speedy and sustained recovery.
• Enabled patients to achieve speedy and sustained recovery through education and provision of essential tools.
• Collaborated with leadership to implement initiatives that enhanced nursing satisfaction and retention.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Collaborated with leadership to implement initiatives enhancing nursing satisfaction, retention, and morale.

• Evaluated patients recovering from surgeries and coming out of anesthesia.
• Monitored patient pain levels and administered medication, effectively reducing discomfort post-surgery.
• Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to recovery.
• Administered medications to manage anesthesia progression and alleviate side effects, supporting patient recovery.
• Educated patients and families on surgery and anesthesia side effects, enhancing recovery understanding and compliance.
• 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 to expedite and sustain 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 anesthesia recovery, address side effects, and support patient healing.
• Employed nursing best practices and clinical judgment to continuously evaluate patients' progress and employed intervention to achieve desired outcomes.
• Conducted direct patient care assessments to evaluate current conditions and determine care needs.
• Completed direct patient care tests to determine current conditions, responses and needs.
• Guided patients in recovery with customized goals to foster independence and improve 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. Recovered patients primarily from the 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 facilitate timely interventions and improve 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 initiatives to enhance patient satisfaction and optimize recovery outcomes through compassionate, precise, high-quality nursing care.
• Directed patient care by implementing and managing comprehensive care plans, continuity of 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.

• Monitored vital signs, pain levels, incision site, temperature, and respirations upon arrival to PACU, ensuring patient stability and comfort
• Assessed and managed patient pain using extensive knowledge of pain medication, enhancing patient satisfaction and recovery
• Executed dressing changes, assisted with patient mobility, facilitated breathing exercises, and managed pain to promote optimal recovery
• Performed dressing changes, assisted with patient mobility, facilitated breathing exercises, and provided pain management
• 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, maintaining patient care continuity
• Contracted with MCS team for 1.5 years during staffing shortage, coordinating care as LVAD/Heart Transplant Coordinator
• Duties included managing inpatient and outpatient LVADs, heart transplant, and heart failure patients
• Facilitated collaboration among physicians, social workers, chaplains, and nurse practitioners to streamline patient care
• Evaluated patients in Heart clinic for LVAD infections, fluid overload, and LVAD device interrogation, improving patient monitoring
• Provided comprehensive care for Total Assistive Heart patients in a clinical setting.

• Monitored life support equipment including ventilators, CRRT, swan catheters, and heart monitoring equipment, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in critical situations.
• 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 strict adherence to medical protocols, maintaining high standards of patient care and safety.
• Formulated personalized care plans for each patient.
• Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering resilience and coping strategies 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
• Adjusted treatment plans based on patient feedback and physician instructions as indicated by patients' responses and new physician orders.
• Modified patients' treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and new physician orders.

• Administer chemotherapy to cancer patients
• Delivered comprehensive care to cancer patients, ensuring support throughout treatment and recovery
• Managed immediate and long-term side effects of chemotherapy to enhance patient comfort
• Educated patients and families on chemotherapy agents, empowering them with knowledge about treatment effects
• Continually observe conditions of patients and notify doctors of changes
• Managed immediate and long-term side effects of chemotherapy, improving patient comfort and quality of life
• 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

Magna Cum Laud

Scholarship Recipient