Marc Jacobs
Summary
My objective is to obtain employment for the treatment of patients and customers.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Atlanta VA Hospital
07.2022 - Current
- Surgical Care, GS-, My duties at the three (3) CBOCs were/are to work with the Treatment Team in providing medicationadministration, wound dressing/care, and assist Veterans in activities of daily living
- I enter orders into the CPRS in accordance with policy
- I administer injections and vaccinations, perform phlebotomy, and coordinate PACT care appointmentswith Team
- I provide care in PACT Team settings by completing intakes, reminders and vital signs forappts
- I prepare and provide vaccines and medications when needed
- I assistance in procedures whetherexaminations or wound dressings
- I assist in providing coverage in lab when needed
- I performed Covidtesting and administered vaccines
- I assist in completing secure messaging, contacting veterans forappointments and needs.
LPN
04.2016 - Current
LPN
Dept. Of Veterans Affairs, Outpatient Clinic
04.2018 - 08.2022
- Raleigh 3 Clinic, GS-06; August 2022
02.2021 - 07.2022
Practical Nurse
The Full Coverage PDN Company, Home Health Care
10.2016 - 05.2022
- I provided care for patients with various conditions (ALS, quadriplegic diagnosis)
- I monitored, changed and maintained ventilation computers and equipment
- I provided tracheostomy care, wound care, blood draws, transfers (from bed to chair), ADLs.
Durham Veterans Affairs Medical Center, GS
04.2016 - 04.2017
- My duties were: Dispensing of medications, Catheterization/Foley Catheter insertion, Decubitus Care, IVs:start, monitor rate and infusion site, neurological checks, pain assessment, phlebotomy, specimencollection, wound dressing (wound vac application), post-surgical wound care, suppositories, Trach
- Care/Suctioning, perform chart checks for MD orders, communicate with MD and family regardingpatient, and provide breathing treatments, irrigation of: nephrostomy, suprapubic catheter, urinary bladder,documentation and charting, administer oxygen, G-tube feedings, Jackson-Pratt care
- Hillandale Clinic 1, GS-06; April
LPN, LTC, Rex /Rehab&Nursing Care Center
10.2015 - 03.2016
- Department at RRNCC
- I was responsible for approximately 24 patients on various “halls.” I provided emergency medical careand transport preparation to ER, when necessary
- I monitored rehab and LTC patients
- Assists in the development of individualized interdisciplinary plan of care
- Monitors patient/resident outcomes and reports abnormal findings to the Clinical Manager.
Physician Substitute
Grifols Biomat USA
05.2011 - 10.2015
- Improved patient outcomes by conducting thorough examinations and accurate diagnoses.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by managing patient flow and ensuring timely appointments.
- Streamlined communication with medical staff for better coordination of care and treatment plans.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on best practices in patient care.
- I worked as the first travel nurse, in Grifols, for 3 years. I was sent to various clinics to train newly hired nurses in the process of determining donor suitability, utilizing Quality compliance and SOP procedures.
- I was trained on both Company platforms (Talecris and Biomat), which were two separate companies until they were purchased by Grifols. This "cross-training," allowed me to operate in either clinic, then train Donor Center medical staff regarding process improvement, Quality protocols, then evaluate training results, to make necessary training material-adjustments, based on staff comprehension and their learning styles.
- I assisted medical trainees in preparing "binders" based on their learning styles, so that processes could be performed accurately and with lower error rates.
- I was sent to various donor centers, to train nurses once Key Performance Indicators were assessed by corporate and quality officers.
- I would instruct staff on what ensures initial donor suitability and eligibility, product integrity, and educate donors regarding their health and continued suitability.
- I developed an introduction method-to the training plan, which established trust with staff, prior to visiting each donor center. Where, I would train first as a staff member and learn how the centers operate and function. Then I would implement the changes, train staff on procedures and quality improvement.
- Train medical staff to determine initial suitability of donor to undergo plasmapheresis, through verification of accumulated medical history assessment and physical examination. Trained staff on providing appropriate medical care to donors during the plasmapheresis process and, if complications arise, call for emergency medical services (#911). Sent to Roanoke, VA and became a Designated Trainer for Company (Talecris). Sent to Reading, PA and became trainer for Biomat. I would train nurses then return to Raleigh, NC.
01.2017 - 03.2004
- 2018
- Raleigh 1 Clinic, GS-06; March
Education
Practical Nurse Program -
Medical Careers Institute
Virginia Beach, VASkills
Podiatry Foot Care training, Emergency Department Fast Track experience
I have been cross-training in Fast-Track of the Emergency Dept.
Providing care to veterans that need urgent care.
Timeline
Atlanta VA Hospital
07.2022 - Current
02.2021 - 07.2022
LPN
Dept. Of Veterans Affairs, Outpatient Clinic
04.2018 - 08.2022
01.2017 - 03.2004
Practical Nurse
The Full Coverage PDN Company, Home Health Care
10.2016 - 05.2022
Durham Veterans Affairs Medical Center, GS
04.2016 - 04.2017
LPN
04.2016 - Current
LPN, LTC, Rex /Rehab&Nursing Care Center
10.2015 - 03.2016
Physician Substitute
Grifols Biomat USA
05.2011 - 10.2015
Practical Nurse Program -
Medical Careers Institute
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