Nanette Golston
Broken Arrow,OK
Summary
Compassionate nurse with extensive 38-year background in delivering superior healthcare services in outpatient and primary care settings.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN, Clinic Nurse
Ernest Childers VA Outpatient Clinic
Tulsa, OK
2021 - Current
- Roomed CHF veterans; verifying identity, obtaining vital signs (including weight, blood pressure, pulse oximetry), pain screening, fall risk, medication reconciliation, with extra attention to daily weights and fluid status in heart failure.
- Prepared and assisted during provider visits; reviewed telehealth/remote monitoring data, prepared EKGs, and assisted during procedures as needed.
- Documented and coordinated patient care: recorded assessments, interventions, and patient responses in CPRS; managed clinic flow; tracked follow-up appointments; and arranged labs, diagnostics, and consults according to standing orders and protocols.
- Monitored for decompensation by recognizing and promptly reporting signs of fluid overload (weight gain, edema, dyspnea, orthopnea), or hypotension/bradycardia related to heart failure medications.
- Taught self-management by explaining warning signs, advising when to call the clinic or go to the ED, and instructing on how and when to take medications (e.g. Diuretics, and demonstrating the use of tools such as BP cuffs and weight scales.
- Provided assistance across various specialties based on clinic needs, and administered medications in the nurse clinic.
Patient Educator
Alere Home Monitoring/Hire Genetics
02.2018 - 11.2021
- Provided personalized face-to-face training to Acelis Connected Health’s home testing, obtained a finger stick blood sample, operated the PT/INR products, and reporting responsibilities.
- Remotely scheduled training appointments directly with customers and caregivers.
- Traveled to customers' home settings within the general geographic location of the trainer's residence.
- Demonstrated and instructed customers, and their caregivers, on the proper use and care of PT/INR equipment.
- Explained test reporting options clearly and effectively.
- Communicated in a professional manner at all times.
- Accurately documented and submitted patient training records electronically.
- Maintained communication with Acelis Connected Health via cell phone, email, and internet access.
- Utilized secure encrypted email to communicate information containing customers' PH.
LPN Clinic Nurse
Parkside Psychiatric Hospital & Clinic
Tulsa, OK
11.2010 - 08.2021
- Managed a therapeutic milieu and supervised mental health technicians.
- Implemented medication education and administration for both controlled and non-controlled, physician-prescribed medications.
- Monitored residents for positive and negative reactions to medications and treatments; reported negative reactions to the psychiatrist immediately, and documented the incidents.
- Conducted psychological evaluations, identified problems, and provided crisis intervention.
- Volunteered to assist other units during staff shortages.
- Admitted and discharged patients while transcribing physicians' orders.
- Executed nursing procedures under the supervision of a psychiatrist.
- Delivered general nursing care to residents.
LPN Clinic Nurse
Nova Healthcare dba Reproductive Services
Tulsa, OK
06.2001 - 08.2010
- Maintained daily operations of back-office procedures, and supervised a team of four medical assistants.
- Ordered supplies, conducted patient chart audits, processed lab specimens, and obtained medical histories for patients.
- Assisted the physician with surgical procedures, cleaned, sanitized, and sterilized equipment.
- Available on call 24 hours a day to address any emergent client needs.
- Performed abdominal and vaginal ultrasounds.
- Administered conscious sedation under the supervision of a licensed medical doctor.
- Conducted and recorded appropriate medical examinations following two-week check-ups.
- Provided relevant health instruction on family planning, nutrition, sexual counseling, and principles of health promotion and maintenance.
Phlebotomy Instructor
Indian Capital Technology Center
Muskogee, OK
06.2001 - 07.2001
- Instructed students on phlebotomy techniques and safety protocols to ensure competency.
- Developed comprehensive curriculum materials for phlebotomy training programs.
- Evaluated student performance, delivering constructive feedback for improvement.
- Maintained compliance with state and national phlebotomy standards throughout training.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect personnel.
- Recorded attendance and performance data, including emergency contacts and waivers.
- Conducted educational lectures to enhance student understanding of key concepts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Weatherford, Oklahoma, OK07-2024
LPN Certificate - Practical Nursing
Indian Capital Technology Center
Muskogee, OK09-1987
Associate of Science - Pre Nursing
Connors State College
Warner, OK05-1985
Skills
- Patient assessment and triage
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Immunization administration
- Patient education and care coordination
- Health education strategies
- Medication administration
- EKG preparation and documentation
- Documentation/EMR
Certification
Basic Life Support
COMMUNITY
- Certificates of Appreciation for participation in Campaign Drive
- Volunteer Recognition for Special Olympics Community
Timeline
Patient Educator
Alere Home Monitoring/Hire Genetics
02.2018 - 11.2021
LPN Clinic Nurse
Parkside Psychiatric Hospital & Clinic
11.2010 - 08.2021
LPN Clinic Nurse
Nova Healthcare dba Reproductive Services
06.2001 - 08.2010
Phlebotomy Instructor
Indian Capital Technology Center
06.2001 - 07.2001
LPN, Clinic Nurse
Ernest Childers VA Outpatient Clinic
2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
LPN Certificate - Practical Nursing
Indian Capital Technology Center
Associate of Science - Pre Nursing
Connors State College