Pamela Cannizzaro
Summary
Tens years of managerial and primary care at Sanford health. Maintain strong reputation for achieving high levels of patient satisfaction. Seeking leadership role (VA Representative) in helping veteran and dependent members with benefits
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sanford
Fargo, ND
08.2016 - Current
Conducted screening, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative and supportive services as the senior nurse on a primary health care team. Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records. Directed facility's LPN program including recruitment, enrollment, budgeting and instruction. Trained and Supervised 10 LPNS, RNS, practitioners and employees, led recruiting and hiring, managed employee review process and ensured compliance with state and federal regulations. Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and orient patients to unit. Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including but not limited to, creating and improving medical protocols/guidelines. Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery. Prepared for HIPAA and JCAHO reviews, ensuring required brochures and pamphlets were available to patients in all clinics. Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies. Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height.
Medic
National Guard
Fargo, MN
03.1997 - Current
Tested glucose and administered injections. Skillfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages. Maintained patient charts and confidential files. Assessed patients in active withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms. Trained and supervised other medics in the Unit
LPN/Medic
US Army
Ft Hood, TX
06.1993 - 11.1996
Tested glucose and administered injections. Skillfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages. Maintained patient charts and confidential files. Assessed patients in active withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms. Supervised and trained other soldiers in the unit
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
NDSU
2008
Associate of Science - Dental Assisting
NDSCS
2000
Bachelor of Science - Elementary
University of ND
1990
Skills
- Skilled in conducting physical examinations
- Health and wellness expertise
- BAC screening/drug screen collection
- Gastroenteral nutrition education
- Talented in minor surgery assistance
- OR and ER experience
- Medical clinical procedures comprehension
Certification
Registered Nurse in MN and ND. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2013 to present. CPR certified through American Heart Association Pediatric Life Support (PALS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Sanford
08.2016 - Current
Medic
National Guard
03.1997 - Current
LPN/Medic
US Army
06.1993 - 11.1996
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
NDSU
Associate of Science - Dental Assisting
NDSCS
Bachelor of Science - Elementary
University of ND
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