Lori Zeger
Williamsport,MD
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with expertise in medication administration, patient assessments, and education. Proven ability to advocate for patients and families, enhancing care through collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Meadow Kidney Care
Frederick, MD
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and treatment options effectively.
- Implemented infection control protocols, enhancing overall safety within the clinic.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
Registered Nurse
Kidney Center Of Frederick & Hagerstown
Frederick, MD
01.2005 - 08.2022
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Conducted routine assessments to identify changes in patient conditions promptly.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and skill enhancement.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Registered Nurse
HomeCall
Hagerstown, MD
05.1990 - 01.2005
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Conducted routine assessments to identify changes in patient conditions promptly.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and treatment options effectively.
Registered Nurse
Washington County Hospital
Hagerstown, MD
09.1987 - 05.1991
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hagerstown Community College
Hagerstown, MD06-1984
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient assessments
- Medication administration
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Lab result interpretation
- EMR systems
Certification
BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Meadow Kidney Care
08.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Kidney Center Of Frederick & Hagerstown
01.2005 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse
HomeCall
05.1990 - 01.2005
Registered Nurse
Washington County Hospital
09.1987 - 05.1991
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hagerstown Community College