RENEE WHITMAN
Castleton on Hudson,NY
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with hands-on experience in direct and indirect patient care. Expert in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion, and infection control. Maintains composure in fast-paced environments while effectively collaborating with healthcare teams and supporting patient care objectives.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Coordinator/Licensed Practical Nurse
NY Nephrology and Dialysis Access Surgery
Albany, NY
07.2024 - Current
- Managed wound care, including staple and suture removal, to promote healing and patient comfort. Planned and scheduled dialysis access surgeries to ensure timely interventions. Performed dressing changes and initiated new dialysis starts in clinics to ensure continuity of care. Managed prior authorizations and prescription renewals to facilitate patient care. Monitored vital signs to maintain patient safety during treatments. Streamlined appointment scheduling with dialysis clinics to enhance operational efficiency. Maintained close communication with dialysis clinics to enhance collaboration.
- Albany, NY
- Supported comprehensive patient assessments to ensure accurate evaluations. and monitored vital signs regularly.
- Administered medications and provided injections according to physician orders.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Coordinated surgical schedules for nephrology and dialysis access procedures.
- Prepared surgical documentation and maintained accurate patient logs.
- Assisted in pre-operative assessments and post-operative follow-ups.
LPN
St. Peter's Health Partners/Capital Region Urology
Albany, NY
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Administered chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and antibiotics to ensure effective treatment delivery. Monitored vital signs and roomed patients for timely assessments. Documented all patient encounters to maintain accurate records. Coordinated prior authorizations for four offices to facilitate patient access to necessary treatments. Assisted in workflow organization for cancer treatments and prior authorization processes. Scheduled procedures and treatments to enhance patient care and streamline service delivery. Participated in nursing governance committee to enhance clinical practices. Filled in at other offices to ensure continuity of care.
- Assist in patient examinations and prepare necessary medical equipment.
- Monitor vital signs and report changes to the healthcare team.
- Administered chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and antibiotics to ensure effective treatment delivery.Monitored vital signs and roomed patients for timely assessments.Documented all patient encounters to maintain accurate records.Coordinated prior authorizations for four offices to facilitate patient access to necessary treatments.Assisted in workflow organization for cancer treatments and prior authorization processes.Scheduled procedures and treatments to enhance patient care and streamline service delivery.Participated in nursing governance committee to enhance clinical practices.Filled in at other offices to ensure continuity of care.
- Worked in Albany, NY
LPN
Van Rensselaer Manor
Troy, NY
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Administered medications and performed wound care per protocols, ensuring patient safety and recovery. Monitored vital signs and conducted neuro checks to ensure patient stability. Managed catheter, G-tube, and PEG tube care for optimal patient outcomes. Supervised certified nursing assistants and personal care aides, enhancing quality of care for patients. Contributed to individualized plans of care through collaboration with healthcare team. Updated electronic medical records and processed prescriptions accurately. Facilitated family updates during care meetings, promoting transparency and improving patient-family communication. Provided comfort care and support during rehabilitation efforts for patients.
- Troy NY
- Per Diem
Dialysis LPN
Fresenius Medical Care
Schenectady, NY
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Administered dialysis treatments to patients following established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Attached dialyzer and tubing to dialysis machines for use in hemodialysis treatment.
- Prepared and maintained dialysis equipment for optimal functioning.
- Educated patients on dialysis procedures and self-care practices.
- Collaborated with nurses and physicians to ensure quality care delivery.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary team members including nurses, dieticians, social workers and physicians to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments to patients in accordance with physicians' orders.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment in the treatment area.
Dialysis Technician
Albany Medical Center
Albany, NY
01.2021 - 01.2022
- administering dialysis to ESRD patients, monitoring vitals.
- Monitored patient vital signs during dialysis treatments.
- Adjusted fluid removal rate during dialysis treatments based on vital signs to ensure patient safety.
- Prepared and maintained dialysis machines to ensure safe and effective operation during treatments.
- Performed daily maintenance on dialysis machines, such as cleaning and sterilization.
- Followed infection control measures when cleaning and attaching hemodialysis machine to access sites like fistulas, catheters, and grafts.
- Ensured compliance with infection control and safety standards.
- Provided support during emergency situations to stabilize patients.
- Educated patients on dialysis procedures and care protocols.
- Explained dialysis procedures and machine operations to ease patient anxiety and promote understanding.
- Primed dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions and followed formula directions when preparing dialysate.
- Attached dialyzer and tubing to dialysis machines for use in hemodialysis treatment.
- Provided services in Albany, NY
Dialysis Preceptor
Fresenius Medical Care
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Performing dialysis on ESRD patients, training Nurses and Technicians to perform dialysis in the clinic and the home setting. Clinical quality reporting, infection procedures and control. Vitals, lab draws.
- Educated patients on dialysis procedures and self-care techniques.
- Trained new staff on operational protocols and safety measures.
- Encouraged active participation from preceptees in patient care activities while adhering to safety protocols.
- Assisted with developing educational plans tailored to individual learning needs of each preceptee.
- Conducted observations of preceptee performance, providing feedback on areas needing improvement or reinforcement.
- Served patients across multiple locations including Schenectady, Albany, Clifton Park, Latham, and Niskayuna.
- Conducted equipment maintenance checks to ensure proper functionality.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
PCA PACU & ICU/Dialysis technician
Glens Falls Hospital
Glens Falls, NY
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Provided surgical recovery care, monitored vitals, assisted with bathing and blood sugar checks, managed EMR documentation, and maintained filing. Enhanced patient comfort and support during care process. Administered dialysis for ESRD patients.
- Glens Falls NY
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Provided assistance to nurses and other healthcare professionals in the delivery of patient care.
- Assisted with ambulation and positioning of patients according to their plan of care.
- Used hospital-approved devices and techniques to transport and lift patients.
- Executed admission and discharge procedures by managing necessary documentation.
CCMA
Dr. Bruce Weinraub
Northampton, Massachusetts
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Rooming patients, lab draws, triage, injections, Prior-Authorizations, scheduling appointments, prescriptions, data entry, EMR, filing, updating medication lists, patient history.
- Delivered healthcare services in Northampton, Massachusetts, focusing on patient support.
- Assisted physicians in patient examinations and documentation.
- Prepared and maintained examination rooms for patient visits.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient referrals efficiently.
- Administered vaccinations and conducted basic lab tests.
- Assisted physicians with clinical procedures such as suturing, drawing blood, and administering injections.
- Performed patient intake, including taking vital signs and medical histories.
- Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
CCMA
Family Practice Associates
Pittsfield, Massachusetts
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Rooming patients, lab draws, injections, Prior authorizations, scheduling appointments, prescriptions, data entry, EMR, Filing, updating medication lists, patient history.
- Served patients in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, improving patient satisfaction and access to care.
- Assisted physicians in patient examinations and documentation.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient referrals efficiently.
- Administered vaccinations and performed basic lab tests to support patient health and treatment plans.
- Assisted physicians with clinical procedures such as suturing, drawing blood, and administering injections.
- Performed patient intake, including taking vital signs and medical histories.
CCMA
Lenox Internal Medicine
Lenox, Massachusetts
01.2004 - 01.2012
- Rooming patients, lab draws, PT/Inr's, Injections, including allergy injections, Prior-Authorizations, Scheduling appointments, procedures, setting up exam rooms for procedures and exams, staple and suture removal, Prescriptions, in house lab tests, overseeing/ supervising other CCMAs. Data entry, EMR, filing, updating medication lists, patient history.
- Office of Dr. Andrew Schamess - Lenox Massachusetts
- Assisted physicians in patient examinations and documentation.
- Prepared and maintained examination rooms for patient visits.
- Administered vaccinations and conducted basic lab tests.
- Assisted physicians with clinical procedures such as suturing, drawing blood, and administering injections.
- Performed patient intake, including taking vital signs and medical histories.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient referrals efficiently.
- Performed laboratory specimen collections such as urine samples or throat swabs according to established standards.
- Maintained up-to-date records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns in the electronic health record system.
- Administered medication under the direction of a physician or nurse practitioner using proper safety protocols.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
CCMA
Berkshire Physicians & Surgeons
Pittsfield, Massachusetts
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant to Dr. Paula Aucoin, Head of Infectious Disease, Berkshire Medical Center. Rooming patients, setting up exam rooms for procedures, Prior authorizations, injections, Rx refills, Scheduling patients for lab draws, pre-surgical procedures, Radiology, specialist appointments. Patient callbacks, patient history, updating medication lists.
- Assisted physicians in patient examinations and accurately documented findings to support quality care.
- Managed and updated patient records using electronic health record systems to ensure accurate information access.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient referrals efficiently.
- Conducted vaccinations and executed basic lab tests.
- Assisted physicians with clinical procedures such as suturing, drawing blood, and administering injections.
- Performed patient intake, including taking vital signs and medical histories.
- Coordinated with pharmacies to facilitate timely medication refills, enhancing patient adherence to treatment plans.
- Pittsfield Massachusetts
Dialysis Preceptor/Clinic Secretary
Gambro Health Care
01.1998 - 01.2001
- Dialysis Preceptor Virginia, Washington DC, Opened one Dialysis Unit in Alexandria Virginia, where the state watched me dialyze a patient and then gave us permission to open. Once opened, trained all dialysis technicians how to open and close the unit, make the bicarb and acid used for dialysis, how to set up machines, and perform treatments on patients, including cannulation of access as well as catheter use.
- Trained new staff on best practices in patient care to enhance their understanding. on procedures and best practices in patient care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient interactions and treatments.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols during all clinical procedures.
- Provided guidance and support to new staff members in the clinical setting.
- Encouraged active participation from preceptees in patient care activities while adhering to safety protocols.
- Provided mentorship to promote critical thinking skills among learners.
- Assisted with developing educational plans tailored to individual learning needs of each preceptee.
- Conducted observations of preceptee performance, providing feedback on areas needing improvement or reinforcement.
- Demonstrated proper techniques for performing a variety of medical procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of interactions Delivered preceptees to monitor learning and development. with preceptees and delivered progress reports.
- Pinpointed potential improvements in processes and delivered constructive criticism for enhancement. for improvement and provided constructive criticism when needed.
Dialysis Preceptor
Fresenius Medical Care
01.1996 - 01.2001
- Opened one Dialysis Unit in Ann Arbor Michigan, where the state watched me dialyze a patient and then gave us permission to open. Once opened, trained all dialysis technicians how to open and close the unit, make the bicarb and acid used for dialysis, how to set up machines, and perform treatments on patients, including cannulation of access as well as catheter use.
- Trained new staff on operational protocols and safety measures.
- Educated preceptees on evidence-based practice guidelines and standards of care for specific populations.
- Encouraged active participation from preceptees in patient care activities while adhering to safety protocols.
- Provided mentorship to promote critical thinking skills among learners.
- Assisted with developing educational plans tailored to individual learning needs of each preceptee.
- Demonstrated proper techniques for performing a variety of medical procedures.
- Provided guidance and support to new staff members in the clinical setting.
- Conducted observations of preceptee performance, providing feedback on areas needing improvement or reinforcement.
- Documented interactions with preceptees and reported their progress regularly.
- Conducted equipment maintenance checks to ensure proper functionality.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Identified opportunities for improvement and provided constructive criticism when needed.
- Guided students in creating actionable plans to enhance their learning outcomes.
- Fostered an atmosphere that values cultural diversity in patient care delivery methods.
Phlebotomist
Berkshire Medical Center
01.1993 - 01.1995
- Obtained outpatient lab specimens and performed blood draws following established protocols.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent contamination and ensure patient safety.
- Prepared patients for blood draws by explaining procedures and ensuring comfort, reducing anxiety.
- Communicated effectively with patients to ease anxiety during procedures.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Delivered patient-centered service during interactions, enhancing overall patient experience.
Phlebotomist
Albany Medical Center
01.1991 - 01.1993
- Obtaining all hospital in patient blood draws
- Collected blood samples using proper techniques to ensure accuracy and patient safety.
- Prepared patients for blood draws by explaining procedures and ensuring comfort.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas and sterilized equipment following health standards.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Communicated effectively with patients to ease anxiety during procedures.
- Coordinated with medical staff to streamline lab processing and optimize sample handling.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent contamination and ensure patient safety.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Engaged in training sessions to enhance knowledge of blood collection techniques. to enhance skills and knowledge in phlebotomy practices.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
Phlebotomist/Delivery Room Technician
Samaritan Hospital
01.1989 - 01.1991
- Inpatient and outpatient blood draws, passing instruments in the Operating room for All gynecological and Obstetric Procedures, Setting up sterile fields for all procedures, performing EKGs Mother and baby monitoring (fetal monitors), assisting physicians with newborn procedures, obtaining lab specimens on newborn and mothers, as well as all hospital blood draws, inpatient as well as outpatient, as well as going to the Eddy to obtain lab specimens from patients there. Care for mothers and babies before and after delivery.
- Collected blood samples from patients using proper techniques and safety protocols to support accurate laboratory testing.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information and sample documentation.
- Assisted in training new staff on phlebotomy procedures and safety measures.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and hospital policies during procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients to ease anxiety before blood draws.
- Operated and maintained phlebotomy equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability for patient care.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Collected and transported clinical specimens accurately and timely, ensuring quality patient care according to established procedures.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
- Observed patients for adverse reactions and delivered prompt care.
- Operated medical equipment to support patient care and procedures.
- Assisted healthcare professionals with patient monitoring and preparation tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to facilitate smooth operations in the department.
- Followed safety protocols for handling hazardous materials and waste management.
- Followed safety protocols for handling hazardous materials and waste management.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assisting
Mildred Elley
Pittsfield , MALicensed Practical Nurse - Licensed Practical Nursing
Mildred Elley
Albany, NYSkills
- Medication administration
- IV pump operation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Laboratory draws
- Injection techniques
- Catheter management
- Prescription processing
- Prior authorization handling
- Appointment scheduling
- Documentation practices
- Staff supervision
- Mentoring
- Communication skills
- Verbal communication
Awards And Acknowledgements
Faith A Takes Award
Voted on by Professors and Students
Mildred Elley, 2002
Timeline
Surgical Coordinator/Licensed Practical Nurse
NY Nephrology and Dialysis Access Surgery
07.2024 - Current
LPN
St. Peter's Health Partners/Capital Region Urology
08.2023 - 06.2024
LPN
Van Rensselaer Manor
01.2022 - 01.2024
Dialysis LPN
Fresenius Medical Care
01.2022 - 01.2023
Dialysis Technician
Albany Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2022
Dialysis Preceptor
Fresenius Medical Care
01.2018 - 01.2021
PCA PACU & ICU/Dialysis technician
Glens Falls Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2018
CCMA
Dr. Bruce Weinraub
01.2014 - 01.2015
CCMA
Family Practice Associates
01.2012 - 01.2014
CCMA
Lenox Internal Medicine
01.2004 - 01.2012
CCMA
Berkshire Physicians & Surgeons
01.2002 - 01.2004
Dialysis Preceptor/Clinic Secretary
Gambro Health Care
01.1998 - 01.2001
Dialysis Preceptor
Fresenius Medical Care
01.1996 - 01.2001
Phlebotomist
Berkshire Medical Center
01.1993 - 01.1995
Phlebotomist
Albany Medical Center
01.1991 - 01.1993
Phlebotomist/Delivery Room Technician
Samaritan Hospital
01.1989 - 01.1991
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assisting
Mildred Elley
Licensed Practical Nurse - Licensed Practical Nursing
Mildred Elley