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Misti Caver

Sherman,TX

Summary

Accomplished LVN with a proven track record at First Texas Home Health, adept in pediatric and geriatric care, and excelling in medical office administration. Demonstrated success in improving patient care outcomes and streamlining clinical documentation processes. Skilled in emergency response and fostering effective family communication, ensuring comprehensive support and care.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

LVN

First Texas Home Health
05.2022 - Current
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
  • Worked collaboratively with office staff to maintain smooth operations and team readiness for unexpected demands.
  • Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.

Client Care Coordinator

Home Instead
07.2021 - 05.2022
  • Determined need for special assessment activities for complex cases, effectively handling care plans.
  • Developed highly empathetic client relationships and earned reputation for exceeding service standard goals.
  • Completed resident assessments in accordance with current regulations and guidelines.
  • Supported patient care excellence via planning and interpretation of programs.
  • Met with client in home to set up services for care.

Nurse

Sherman ISD
02.2005 - 07.2021
  • Performed health screening for students and faculty by conducting Vision and Hearing evaluations.
  • Oversaw health services for school of over 400 students and faculty.
  • Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
  • Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
  • Offered counseling and referrals to provide comprehensive mental health support.
  • Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
  • Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
  • Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.
  • Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
  • Provided medical consultations to other school personnel to promote well-coordinated school health and safety efforts.
  • Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community.
  • Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, blood pressure monitors and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.

Education

LVN - LVN

Grayson County College
Denison, Texas
07.2004

Skills

  • Pediatric Care
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Diabetes management
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Elderly Care
  • Wound Care
  • Patient Intake
  • Family Communication
  • Emergency Response
  • Inpatient Care
  • Medication Dispensing
  • Preventive Care
  • Medical Records Management
  • Documenting intake
  • Medication Administration
  • Vital signs
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Breathing Treatments
  • Medical office administration
  • Mental Health Support
  • Patient Assessments
  • Geriatric Care
  • Home Health Care
  • Patient Care

Timeline

LVN

First Texas Home Health
05.2022 - Current

Client Care Coordinator

Home Instead
07.2021 - 05.2022

Nurse

Sherman ISD
02.2005 - 07.2021

LVN - LVN

Grayson County College
Misti Caver