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Rebecca Bonura

Amite,LA

Summary

Patient-oriented nursing professional with 15 years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in multiple types of settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies. I have been the Utilization Manager for the past 3 years and love my job, just looking to see what my options may be.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN, Utilization Manager

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Hammond
Hammond, LA
06.2020 - Current
  • Assessed patient medical records to determine the appropriateness of requested services and procedures.
  • Determined medical necessity and cost-effectiveness of services through utilization review processes.
  • Served as a resource for staff members seeking guidance on utilization review matters.
  • Evaluated clinical documentation for accuracy and completeness in order to make decisions about coverage determinations.

LPN

Southeast Louisiana Home Health
Franklinton, LA
05.2017 - 05.2020
  • Provided home health care services such as wound care, medication administration, and IV therapy.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
  • Educated patients and families about disease management, lifestyle changes, nutrition, and preventive healthcare measures.
  • Developed personalized care plans for patients based on individual needs.

LPN Nursing Supervisor

St Helena Parish Nursing Home
Greensburg , LA
01.2014 - 05.2017
  • Ensured that all staff members were properly trained in the use of medical equipment and protocols.
  • Developed and implemented nursing care plans for individual patients based on their needs.
  • Evaluated new technologies related to patient care delivery systems and made recommendations accordingly.
  • Assisted in developing policies that promote a safe environment for both patients and staff members.

LPN

Southeast Louisiana Home Health
Franklinton, LA
05.2012 - 01.2014
  • Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
  • Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
  • Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
  • Provided nursing care and education to home health patients in accordance with the physician's orders.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, dieticians and other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care was provided.
  • Evaluated medication regimens for effectiveness in treating medical conditions while minimizing side effects.
  • Assisted in developing individualized plans of care for each patient based on assessment findings.
  • Instructed families and caregivers on proper wound care techniques including dressing changes, wound irrigation and debridement procedures.
  • Provided emotional support and counseling to clients and families experiencing grief associated with terminal illness diagnosis.
  • Identified potential problems or risk factors impacting a patient's health status through evaluation of data collected during visits to the home setting.
  • Performed comprehensive assessments of patient's physical, psychological, social, spiritual and educational needs.
  • Assessed caregiver and family abilities to provide adequate care when applicable.
  • Participated in weekly case conferences with an interdisciplinary team to discuss client progress and concerns.
  • Encouraged family involvement in teaching sessions related to their loved one's illness process, safety concerns and appropriate interventions.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress notes following agency policies and procedures.

LPN Charge Nurse

Belle Maison Nursing Home
Hammond, LA
05.2009 - 05.2012
  • Administered medications in accordance with policies and legal limitations.
  • Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
  • Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
  • Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
  • Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
  • Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
  • Documented adverse patient reactions to medications and reported findings to supervisors.
  • Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
  • Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented progress notes accordingly.
  • Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Carried out physician orders accurately while adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
  • Monitored medication administration for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of treatment plan.
  • Promoted positive relationships between patients, families, visitors, physicians, nurses, volunteers.
  • Delivered emotional, psychological and spiritual support to patients and families to promote compassionate environment.
  • Collaborated with supervisor to prepare nursing assessment summaries and health care plans.
  • Reviewed lab results and made appropriate recommendations for further testing or treatment.
  • Precepted new staff nurses to provide education on hospital policies and procedures, patient care skills, medical procedures and techniques and patient assessments and interventions.

Education

LPN - Nursing

Northshore Technical Community College, Hammond
Hammond, LA
04-2009

Skills

  • Cardiac Care
  • Diabetes Management
  • Disease Prevention
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Medical Documentation
  • Compassionate Care
  • Nursing Ethics
  • Catheter Care
  • Family Communication
  • Physical Assessment
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Emergency Response
  • Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
  • Mental Health Support
  • Medication Administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Documenting Incidents
  • Behavioral Assessment
  • Patient Assessments
  • Writing Reports
  • Home Health Care
  • Case Management
  • Medical Records Management
  • Staff Supervision
  • Empathetic and Compassionate
  • Psychotropic Medication Knowledge
  • Medication Dispensing

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

LPN, Utilization Manager

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Hammond
06.2020 - Current

LPN

Southeast Louisiana Home Health
05.2017 - 05.2020

LPN Nursing Supervisor

St Helena Parish Nursing Home
01.2014 - 05.2017

LPN

Southeast Louisiana Home Health
05.2012 - 01.2014

LPN Charge Nurse

Belle Maison Nursing Home
05.2009 - 05.2012

LPN - Nursing

Northshore Technical Community College, Hammond

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