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Netsuhe Mengesha

Houston

Summary

Dedicated and professional LVN recognized for a kind and personable demeanor, exceptional attention to detail, and a proven ability to thrive under pressure. Demonstrates adaptability in both structured and unstructured environments, quickly grasping complex concepts and excelling in diverse situations. Committed to delivering high-quality patient care while fostering a supportive atmosphere. Strong communication skills enhance collaboration with healthcare teams and contribute to positive patient outcomes.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LVN III

UT Adult Neurology; Neuromuscular Division
11.2022 - Current
  • Assess patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and transfers electronic medical records. Answers incoming phone calls and messages from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns. Streamlines patient flow in a busy clinic setting, ensuring timely access to care for all patients. Clean, prepare, package followed by sterilize instruments needed for muscle biopsies. Assists physicians during procedures (muscle and skin biopsies) ensuring safe practices were maintained throughout each encounter. Assist with drawing blood for research, and genetic testing send outs.


LVN II

Kelsey Seybold Meyerland Plaza Endorinology Department
11.2021 - 11.2022
  • Worked as a phone triage nurse for the Endocrinology Department. I responded promptly to each incoming call. If call warrants a triage, the caller’s stated symptoms will be assessed to determine the appropriate level of care required to safely meet the patient’s medical needs. (Emergent, urgent, non-urgent or home care status) I educated patients on how to administer insulin if it is their first time and administer Testosterone injections that was ordered by the Endocrinologist.

LVN

Memorial Herman Medical Group: Physicians at Sugarcreek
03.2020 - 11.2021
  • Worked as a family medicine nurse. I work in assisting providers patient examinations and procedures, including (but not limited to) surgical procedures, GYN exams, diagnostic studies, and treatments. I operate and monitor functioning of equipment; hands instruments to the provider. I conduct hearing, vision, breathing and EKG testing; and record results in chart. I administer medications as directed using seven rights.

Research Nurse LVN

UT Health, Department of Pediatric Neurology; UT Mitochondrial Center of Excellence
06.2018 - 01.2020
  • Worked under the supervision of Dr. Mary Kay Koenig. Handling care for clinical, research and patient care. Delegated tasks included blood draw, processing lab samples, and recording vitals in physical examinations.

LVN

UT Health, Department of Pediatric Neurology
02.2016 - 06.2018
  • Triage the patients, and take and submit the orders given by the Physicians. Answer calls, emails regarding questions parents may have regarding medications, appointments and etc. Able to interact with insurance companies to get pre authorizations approved for a procedure or medications. Make referrals for diagnostic tests and other care outside of the clinic. Collecting equipment for a procedure, assisting during the procedure or examination and cleaning up afterwards.

Education

Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing

Houston Community College
08.2014

Skills

  • Bi-lingual in English and Amharic (Ethiopia), Common wound care, IV Therapy, Phlebotomy, Patient care, Infection control, Lab Processing, Lab processing as per clinical trial protocols Knowledgeable in working with Epic, Microsoft Office, CARE4, Allscripts, Centricity
  • Medication administration
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Multi-tasking and prioritization

Certification

Licensed Vocational Nursing License, BLS, ACLS, CPR

Timeline

LVN III

UT Adult Neurology; Neuromuscular Division
11.2022 - Current

LVN II

Kelsey Seybold Meyerland Plaza Endorinology Department
11.2021 - 11.2022

LVN

Memorial Herman Medical Group: Physicians at Sugarcreek
03.2020 - 11.2021

Research Nurse LVN

UT Health, Department of Pediatric Neurology; UT Mitochondrial Center of Excellence
06.2018 - 01.2020

LVN

UT Health, Department of Pediatric Neurology
02.2016 - 06.2018

Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing

Houston Community College