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Lynette Vassholz

Winter Haven,FL

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

RN OR

Day Surgery Center
03.2023 - 09.2023
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
  • Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.

RN

Baycare Home Care
01.2023 - 03.2023
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.

RN

AYA
09.2020 - 12.2022
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Introduced changes to patient care plans based on regular evaluations and patient changes.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
  • Assessed patients' health status and developed individualized care plans to suit needs.
  • Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
  • Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
  • Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
  • Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
  • Developed and implemented discharge plans to promote continued care after discharge.
  • Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
  • Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities, and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.

RN Case Manager

Humana
02.2020 - 09.2020
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
  • Liaised with physicians regarding patient needs, performance and changes.
  • Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care, administer tests and monitor patient status.
  • Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs. ·
  • Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans.
  • Examined patients and documented history of current and previous conditions, illnesses, injuries and current medications.
  • Created individualized care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated appropriate nursing methods to achieve positive outcomes.
  • Created patient assessments and plans for individual home care needs.
  • Authored initial assessments of patients and family to develop plans for individual home care needs.
  • Assessed and examined patients and documented history of current and previous conditions, diseases and injuries along with medications currently being taken.
  • Prepared clinical notes and updates for review by primary physician.
  • Actively engaged in on-call rotations to deliver continuous quality care to patients.
  • Used [Software] to maintain database of relevant information for practitioners to access and coordinate patient care.
  • Negotiated with suppliers and vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
  • Directed appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing processes and protocols.

Home Health Administrator

Scotland County Home Health/Home Health Agency
01.2019 - 02.2020
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
  • Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
  • Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
  • Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
  • Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
  • Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
  • Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
  • Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
  • Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
  • Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
  • Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.

Home Health RN Case Manager

Scotland County Home Health/Home Health Agency
10.2014 - 01.2019
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Introduced changes to patient care plans based on regular evaluations and patient changes.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
  • Assessed patients' health status and developed individualized care plans to suit needs.
  • Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
  • Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
  • Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
  • Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
  • Developed and implemented discharge plans to promote continued care after discharge.
  • Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
  • Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities, and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Delivered after-hours care to patients based on strict role-call rotations.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • 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.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - RN

Southeastern Community College ,
Keokuk, IA
05.1996

Skills

  • Shared Governance
  • Patient Assessments
  • Patient Care
  • Staff Supervision
  • IV Drug Therapy Management
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Medical Screening
  • Patient and Family Advocacy
  • Judgment and Decision-Making
  • Manage Cases
  • Wound Care
  • Medical Records Management
  • Blood Draw and Sample Collection
  • Team Coordination
  • Patient Education
  • Critical Thinking
  • Body Mechanics Knowledge
  • Medical Procedure Preparation
  • Intravenous Therapy
  • Administer Medication

Timeline

RN OR

Day Surgery Center
03.2023 - 09.2023

RN

Baycare Home Care
01.2023 - 03.2023

RN

AYA
09.2020 - 12.2022

RN Case Manager

Humana
02.2020 - 09.2020

Home Health Administrator

Scotland County Home Health/Home Health Agency
01.2019 - 02.2020

Home Health RN Case Manager

Scotland County Home Health/Home Health Agency
10.2014 - 01.2019

Associate of Applied Science - RN

Southeastern Community College ,

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