Lori Ridder
Greendale,WI
Summary
Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Advocate Aurora Health Care
02.2020 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Medical Assistant/Surgery Scheduling Coordinator
Advocate Aurora Health Care
08.2007 - 02.2020
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Handled urgent requests effectively, prioritizing cases requiring immediate attention while also balancing routine surgery demands appropriately.
Clinical Supervisor
Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare
08.2005 - 08.2007
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care for clients with complex needs, ensuring comprehensive support was provided across all domains of life functioning.
- Assessed patients, determined needs, and managed care.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular staff meetings, case conferences, and training sessions.
- Responded to crisis situations with calm and professional approach to optimize support.
Phlebotomy Technician
Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare
11.2003 - 08.2005
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient, accurate, and timely blood draws.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Collected fluid or tissue samples by using appropriate collection procedures.
- Reduced patient anxiety by using effective communication skills and demonstrating empathy during blood draws.
- Demonstrated commitment to patient confidentiality by upholding strict adherence to HIPAA regulations during all interactions and documentation processes.
Patient Services Coordinator
Covenant
04.2000 - 11.2003
- Managed sensitive patient data with strict adherence to HIPAA regulations, ensuring privacy and confidentiality at all times.
- Scheduled appointments to enter appointment date and time into computerized scheduler.
- Verified patient's insurance eligibility and benefits coverage.
- Responded effectively to challenging situations involving distressed or dissatisfied patients while maintaining a calm demeanor and positive attitude.
- Collected patient co-pay and issued receipt to confirm payment.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI12.2024
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Physical Assessment
- Emergency Response
Licenses
Licensed Practical Nurse
2/19/2020 - Current 324868-31
References
Ashley Schmidt BSN,RN, Nursing Supervisor
Advocate Aurora St Lukes Medical Center
2900 W Oklahoma Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53215
414-646-8075
Ashley.Schmidt@aah.org
Katie Lopez
Environmental Safety Coordinator
Froedtert Health
9200 W Wisconsin Ave
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
414-805-7209
Katie.Lopez@Froedert.com
Paris Doffek
Retired LT. MPD
8110 W New Jersey Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53220
414-491-6223
Parisdoffek@icloud.com
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Advocate Aurora Health Care
02.2020 - Current
Medical Assistant/Surgery Scheduling Coordinator
Advocate Aurora Health Care
08.2007 - 02.2020
Clinical Supervisor
Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare
08.2005 - 08.2007
Phlebotomy Technician
Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare
11.2003 - 08.2005
Patient Services Coordinator
Covenant
04.2000 - 11.2003
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Milwaukee Area Technical College
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