Compassionate healthcare professional with extensive experience in direct patient care and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proficient in health education and patient monitoring, consistently enhancing patient outcomes through tailored care plans and effective communication. Diverse knowledge in multiple aspects of the healthcare system.
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
2 Years 5 Months
Amedisys Home Health | 03.2024 - Current
Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
TMS Technician
1 Year 2 Months
WVU Medicine- Neuroscience Institute | 01.2023 - 03.2024
Conducted patient assessments to determine eligibility for TMS therapy and tailored treatment plans accordingly.
Monitored patient responses during TMS sessions, adjusting protocols as needed to enhance therapeutic outcomes.
Operated and maintained Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
Monitored patient responses during TMS sessions, adjusting protocols to enhance therapeutic outcomes.
Trained new staff on TMS operation protocols and best practices, promoting consistency in service delivery.
Participated in interdisciplinary meetings with other healthcare providers, sharing insights on patient progress and adjusting treatment plans as needed.
Worked in clinic rooming patients and doing all prior authorizations for medications and TMS sessions.
Record keeping of all patient progress in Excel and running weekly meetings with Director.
Licensed Practical Nurse
4 Years 2 Months
Greenbriar Treatment Center | 01.2019 - 03.2023
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Ensured compliance with safety standards and regulations, maintaining high-quality healthcare practices.
Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency in patient care delivery.
Trained and mentored new nursing staff, fostering an environment of continuous learning.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Licensed Practical Nurse
1 Year 3 Months
Washington Health System Greene | 08.2017 - 11.2018
Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
Assisted in developing care plans, ensuring alignment with patient needs and health goals.
Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment options.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care services effectively.
Education
High School Diploma
Waynesburg Central High School | Waynesburg, PA | 05-1998
No Degree - Pre Nursing
California University of Pennsylvania | California, PA
No Degree - RN
Fairmont State University | Fairmont, WV
LPN - LPN
Penn Commercial Trade And Business School | Washington, PA | 03-2017
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