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Education
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Lori Zahnd

Boone,Iowa
Lori Zahnd

Summary

  • Experienced professional adept at managing acute and chronic illness in college students. Skilled in providing referrals to outside resources for comprehensive care. Demonstrated ability to effectively navigate complex medical situations and deliver high-quality healthcare services.
  • Experienced professional overseeing and coordinating Staff and Faculty Wellness Programming.
  • Experienced in investigating and raising awareness about communicable diseases, including prevention, symptomatology, and treatment. Proficient in educating the public on these topics. Strong background in public health.
  • Experienced nurse adept at conducting thorough assessments and developing comprehensive care plans. Exceptional communication skills with clients, families, and healthcare professionals. Demonstrated ability to ensure effective collaboration in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
  • Highly skilled healthcare professional with 17+ years of experience at Mary Greeley Medical Center.
  • Experienced Co-Chair on the Nursing Quality Council, actively contributing to employee advisory committee and shared decision making team in the ICCU.
  • Experienced lead nurse specializing in Oncology and Medical/Surgical care, with a background in the Intensive Care Unit. Demonstrated ability to deliver exceptional patient care and oversee a team of healthcare professionals. Proficient in managing complex medical cases and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Experienced nurse proficient in patient assessment, medication education, care plan implementation, and treatment administration.
  • Experienced School Nurse skilled in assessing child illness and developing healthcare plans for educational teams.

Compassionate Campus Nurse with background in providing high-quality healthcare to students in diverse academic environments. Strengths include acute patient care, health education, and implementation of preventive health measures. Proven ability to manage medical emergencies and collaborate effectively with school personnel, students, and parents. Previous work has positively influenced student health outcomes through proactive wellness programs and efficient delivery of care.

Overview

23
years of professional experience
1
Certificate

Work History

Campus Nurse Specialist
07.2021 - Current

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Home Health/Public Health

Registered Nurse
03.2019 - 07.2021

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Intensive Care Unit

Registered Nurse
07.2014 - 03.2019

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Boone Community Schools

Elementary School Nurse
08.2014 - 05.2016

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Medical/Surgical Unit

Registered Nurse
02.2012 - 07.2014

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Oncology Unit

Registered Nurse
05.2008 - 02.2012

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Behavioral Health Unit

Patient Care Technician/Psychiatric Assistant II
01.2002 - 05.2008

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Business Office

Patient Admissions Representative
08.2001 - 01.2002

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Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ

Master of Science from Mental Heath And Wellness
10-2024

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Upper Iowa University
Fayette, Iowa

Bachelors of Science from Nursing
01.2012

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Marshalltown Community College
Marshalltown, Iowa

Associates Degree from Nursing
01.2008

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Luther College
Decorah, Iowa

Bachelors of Art
01.1999

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Skills

  • Accurate Documentation Practices
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Medication Dispensing
  • Accurate Vital Signs Tracking
  • Emotional Wellness Guidance
  • Acute Condition Assessment Skills
  • Student Wellness Evaluation
  • Behavioral Assessment
  • Crisis Resolution
  • Health Assessment
  • Stress Reduction Strategies
  • Health care consultation
  • Proficient Troubleshooting
  • Comprehensive Patient Assessments
  • HIPAA Compliance Knowledge
  • Suicide Prevention Training

Certification

  • Registered Nurse License RN – State Nursing Boards.
  • Mental Health First Aid Certification – National Council for Behavioral Health.
  • First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification - American Red Cross.

Timeline

Campus Nurse Specialist
07.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Home Health/Public Health
03.2019 - 07.2021
Elementary School Nurse
Boone Community Schools
08.2014 - 05.2016
Registered Nurse
Intensive Care Unit
07.2014 - 03.2019
Registered Nurse
Medical/Surgical Unit
02.2012 - 07.2014
Registered Nurse
Oncology Unit
05.2008 - 02.2012
Patient Care Technician/Psychiatric Assistant II
Behavioral Health Unit
01.2002 - 05.2008
Patient Admissions Representative
Business Office
08.2001 - 01.2002
Grand Canyon University
Master of Science from Mental Heath And Wellness
Upper Iowa University
Bachelors of Science from Nursing
Marshalltown Community College
Associates Degree from Nursing
Luther College
Bachelors of Art
Lori Zahnd