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Rusty Speicher

Self-Employed at Rusty Speicher Guitar and Vocals/Frontman for the Band, Dirty Dogz
Roaring Spring,PA
29
years of professional experience

Licensed Practical Nurse (15 years of experience) and musician seeking a 30 plus hour a week (max of 3 days with extended shifts/no weekends) daylight nursing position that is willing to be flexible with my musical performance schedule.

Work History

Music Councelor

11 Months
Cove Forge Behavioral Health | 09.2025 - Current
  • Facilitated group counseling/music sessions for substance abuse treatment
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care strategies.

LPN (FT Oct 2022-May 2025) (PRN May 2025-present)

3 Years 10 Months
Cove Forge Behavioral Health | 10.2022 - Current
  • Night shift LPN on drug and alcohol detox.
  • Managed patient medication administration and vital signs monitoring, ensuring safe and effective treatment delivery and admissions.
  • Acquired in-depth knowledge of drug and alcohol detoxification procedures, building expertise in various healthcare roles, including addiction treatment and mental health.

LPN

4 Months
LHC Nason Home Health | 05.2025 - 09.2025

Home nursing visits for home bound patients

LPN–Nurse Supervisor

10 Years
Homewood in Martinsburg | 10.2012 - 10.2022
  • Passing medications, taking vital signs, providing patient treatments per physician orders, lab draws, injections, catheter care, feeding tubes, tracheostomy care, COVID-19 testing, palliative care, electronic documentation, communication with physicians, families, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Administered medications safely and accurately, adhering to strict protocols and procedures, demonstrating a strong understanding of medication administration best practices.
  • Performed a variety of patient treatments as directed by physicians, ensuring the delivery of quality care while maintaining patients' comfort and dignity, highlighting adaptability and keen attention to detail.
  • Collected lab samples accurately and efficiently, following proper procedures and ensuring sample integrity, demonstrating a thorough understanding of lab collection protocols.
  • Provided catheter care expertly, maintaining hygiene and infection control measures, ensuring patient comfort and minimizing complication risks.
  • Managed feeding tubes effectively, maintaining patients' nutrition and hydration levels, ensuring proper care and monitoring, and demonstrating proficiency in tube care techniques.
  • Delivered tracheostomy care, ensuring airway patency and patient safety, demonstrating advanced clinical skills and a strong commitment to patient well-being.
  • Executed COVID-19 testing procedures, ensuring patient safety and adhering to protocols, demonstrating a commitment to patient health and public safety.
  • Maintained accurate and detailed documentation of patient care, including medication administration, vital signs, treatments, and observations, demonstrating a strong commitment to accountability and communication.

Certified Nursing Assistant

1 Year 10 Months
Homewood in Martinsburg | 10.2010 - 08.2012
  • Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity in daily activities.
  • Assisted nursing staff with patient assessments and documentation, enhancing care quality.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing team, driving timely interventions.
  • Educated residents on personal hygiene practices, promoting health awareness and independence.

Musician- Singer, Song-writer, Guitar Player

29 Years
Self-Employed at Rusty Speicher Guitar and Vocals/Frontman for the Band, Dirty Dogz | 08.1997 - Current
  • Performer all over Central Pennsylvania.
  • Able to perform multiple types of musical genres
  • Promoted musical career by maintaining website or social media presence.
  • Built networks with local musicians to provide session support for gigs and events.
  • Produced and recorded studio albums for various musical acts and genres.
  • Taught private guitar lessons, adapting tuition to ages and skill levels.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse

Greater Altoona Career And Technology Center (GACTC) | Altoona, PA | 08-2012

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Homewood in Martinsburg | Martinsburg, PA | 10-2010

High School Diploma

Somerset High School | Somerset | 06-1995

Timeline

Music Councelor

Cove Forge Behavioral Health
09.2025 - CurrentRead More

LPN

LHC Nason Home Health
05.2025 - 09.2025Read More

LPN (FT Oct 2022-May 2025) (PRN May 2025-present)

Cove Forge Behavioral Health
10.2022 - CurrentRead More

LPN–Nurse Supervisor

Homewood in Martinsburg
10.2012 - 10.2022Read More

Certified Nursing Assistant

Homewood in Martinsburg
10.2010 - 08.2012Read More

Musician- Singer, Song-writer, Guitar Player

Self-Employed at Rusty Speicher Guitar and Vocals/Frontman for the Band, Dirty Dogz
08.1997 - CurrentRead More

Greater Altoona Career And Technology Center (GACTC)

Licensed Practical Nurse
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Homewood in Martinsburg

CNA from Certified Nursing Assistant
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Somerset High School

High School Diploma
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Rusty Speicher